New bosses in Pokémon GO are so strong that even 40 players simultaneously cannot defeat them

Over the weekend, players in Pokémon GO faced the Gigantamax bosses. These are powerful Pokémon with unique attacks that required trainers to come together in larger groups. However, many players had significant problems with the gigantic Pokémon.

What a challenge it was! From October 26 to 27, 2024, trainers could face the Gigantamax forms of Bulbasaur, Charizard, and Blastoise

However, for many trainers, the event did not go as they would have liked. Although some groups were likely completely filled, they failed to defeat the bosses.

In the following video, you will find tips for Dynamax battles in Pokémon GO:

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Dynamax in Pokémon Go – How to participate in the gigantic battles

Gigantamax bosses were unbeatable for many trainers in Pokémon GO

What was the problem? In the Reddit forum, players could provide their feedback on the event. The opinions about the event are mixed: Many players claim to have defeated the bosses. But there are also trainers who apparently couldn’t defeat the bosses even in groups with the maximum number of players.

Another major problem was that in small towns and villages, there were not enough players coming together to form an acceptable group size for the bosses. However, even with 40 people in Tokyo, it was sometimes not possible to defeat the bosses.

We have gathered some negative comments from Reddit that give an insight into the event:

  • sts_ssp summarizes: “What a terrible event. I’m in Tokyo, so at least the Pokémon can be defeated (even though there’s no guarantee with 40 people).”
  • CloudvAsm sees the problem with others: “I managed it in an overcrowded population center in Japan. It took 6 different groups to defeat a Charizard. […] Most people do not bring fully evolved Pokémon at level 40, so they get torn apart quickly.”
  • NoTelevision6311 couldn’t even gather the 40 people: “I have never seen 40 people playing Pokémon GO in the same area since 2016. It sucks that I will miss these people 🙁 “

However, there are also trainers who had no problems with the Gigantamax bosses. User Fayrr states, for example, that in his community there are some hardcore players, and therefore they were able to defeat Blastoise with 24 players.

Overall, however, negative comments prevail, where players had issues defeating the Gigantamax bosses. Thus, the development team achieved its goal of creating one of the hardest challenges in Pokémon GO.

The captured Gigantamax bosses can be used as counters against other Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon. There will be plenty more of these in the future. Additionally, a new ball will be introduced to the game. MeinMMO explains what this new ball is: Pokémon GO introduces a new special ball – What can it do?

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Harry Potter: The 10 Biggest Differences Between Movies and Books in Ranking

The “Harry Potter” movies are considered by many to be the best book adaptations ever. But, of course, there were also numerous changes. What are the biggest differences?

It is rarely meaningful or even possible to adapt a book exactly into a film. A film is simply too short for that. Particularly with thicker tomes, much must therefore be cut.

  • The longest “Harry Potter” book is, by the way, “Order of the Phoenix” with 960 pages.
  • To read all that aloud would take over 32 hours.
  • In comparison: the film lasts only 2 hours and 18 minutes.

Also, significant changes were made in the other “Harry Potter” parts. The 10 most drastic differences can be found here in our ranking:

Who is speaking here? Linda Baumgartl has been a big “Harry Potter” fan since her youth. She particularly enjoys the audiobooks by Rufus Beck, which she basically plays on repeat. She also loves to discuss the details of the wizarding world with friends.

Spoiler warning: The article contains spoilers for the Harry Potter films and books.

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3 Animes that you should know as Harry Potter fans

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Place 10: Winky – yet another house-elf?

Harry Potter Dobby
Dobby the house-elf

In the films, we only see two house-elves: Dobby and Kreacher. But in the books, we also meet another house-elf, namely Winky.

Winky was the house-elf of Barty Crouch Sr., a high official in the Ministry. For ten years, she diligently attended to and guarded her master’s imprisoned son, Barty Crouch Jr. Only so could Crouch Sr. keep his Death Eater son hidden from the public for so long.

At the Quidditch World Cup, she is accused of conjuring the Dark Mark. As punishment, Crouch sets her free. Unlike Dobby, however, Winky does not cope well with her freedom. She misses her work and tries to drown her sorrow in alcohol. It is precisely the contrast between Dobby and Winky that is missing in the films. It shows how special the freedom-loving Dobby actually is.

Place 9: B.ELFE.R.

harry potter - hermine

This point again relates to house-elves, who were given hardly any attention in the films.

However, Hermione gave them a lot of attention in the books. There, she founded the “Society for Elfish Welfare,” abbreviated to “B.ELFE.R,” to advocate for the rights of enslaved house-elves. The absurd part: the elves are actually quite satisfied with their status and do not want help at all.

B.ELFE.R. highlighted Hermione’s stubborn yet just character. It also laid the groundwork for her later profession, provided an exciting conflict, and created many funny moments.

Place 8: Rita the Beetle

Harry Potter - Rita Kimmkorn

Rita Kimmkorn is the annoying reporter from part 4. She spreads a lot of made-up nonsense, but also precarious details that she shouldn’t know at all. But where does she get her information?

In the book, it turns out that Rita Kimmkorn is an unregistered Animagus. That means, she can transform into an animal. In her case, into a beetle. This allows her to overhear many conversations without being discovered.

But that’s not all. When Hermione discovers Rita’s secret, she doesn’t report the violation to the Ministry. She locks Rita in her beetle form in a jam jar. Then she blackmails the journalist into reporting the truth about Voldemort’s return.

This level of criminal energy is something you wouldn’t expect from the Hermione in the films.

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MMORPG for Elder Scrolls receives the last update of the year today, not everything new is celebrated by the players

Paid companions as well as extensive PvP adjustments and innovations – these are the core features of the upcoming Update 44 of The Elder Scrolls Online. For various players, that’s not enough.

Update from October 28, 2024: Today, Update 44 is released for the PC/Mac versions of The Elder Scrolls Online. On November 13, 2024, the patches for Xbox and PlayStation will follow. Meanwhile, the developers have released further preview articles on individual features of the free content pack:

What exactly comes with Update 44? Via X, the developers of The Elder Scrolls Online – one of the most successful MMORPGs of the last decade – have updated the list of innovations for the upcoming free patch of the base version of the MMORPG. You can expect:

  • 4vs4 and 8vs8 PvP battlegrounds
  • 7 new maps for the PvP battlegrounds
  • Power-ups for the battlegrounds
  • 6 new PvP armor sets
  • Curation of item sets from the Imperial City
  • 10 percent more alliance points and Tel-Var stones for ESO Plus members
  • New Grimoire of the skill line: Banner Bearer
  • 2 new companions: Zerith-Var and Tanlorin (for ESO Plus or via Crown Store, via elderscrollsonline.com)
  • Additional support for 14 focus scriptures
  • 4 new ability styles
  • HDR support for PC
  • New homes and furniture
  • New achievements and titles
  • Update of the tutorial

Update 44 is set to be released as a free update on October 28, 2024, for PC and Mac, and on November 13, 2024, for consoles.

This trailer shows what makes Elder Scrolls Online special:

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Cheerful trailer for the Summer Game Fest shows you what makes Elder Scrolls Online at its core

Much Criticism for the New Update

How does the community evaluate the upcoming patch? Under the developers’ post on X, various players have gathered to discuss the quality of the update. First, the rather critical posts:

  • Silaf misses the old content update structure of ESO (via X): “Instead of a DLC like Clockwork City, we are getting this …”
  • xTalinHawkx writes on X: “This seems to be the one update I do not want as a PVE player and have not requested either. This is mostly just PvP stuff and there is quite a lack of real content that players want. This means: Do better in the future.”
  • Colorado9494 feels that the innovations do not go far enough (via X): “Sorry guys, this is not enough. We need more significant changes for PvP.”
  • Alex points out the fine print (via X): “The * is very important. The companions are not landing in the game for free with the update, as has been the case each time until now; they are stuck in the Crown Store. I wouldn’t be surprised if you have to pay 3,000 crowns for them.”

However, there are also some positive voices regarding the upcoming patch:

  • Eric Scho writes on X: “Two new companions, that’s great.”
  • Lala Calamari explains on X: “I am very excited about the PvP update.”
  • Redd has a message on X for someone else: “7 NEW BG MAPS 🫢. @Lord_ZelePvP: Will you complain less now?”

How does MeinMMO editor Karsten Scholz evaluate the update and the reactions? In the last interviews, I had repeatedly asked how the new update structure of Elder Scrolls Online is received by the community.

After all, players are now getting “only” a free update that focuses on individual areas of the MMORPG instead of an elaborate but paid story DLC. The answer from my interview partners was each time that they had received a lot of positive feedback regarding the change.

While in the fourth quarter of last year there was a quite successful feature for PvE fans with the Endless Archive, the last update of 2024 will target PvP fans, which usually represents a significantly smaller target audience. In addition, the big highlight for PvE fans, the two new companions, do not belong to the free content. That this causes discontent was, in my opinion, predictable.

However, another innovation from Update 44 was celebrated by many fans after its announcement, which actually only represents a footnote in the patch notes – the comeback of the old tutorial in Coldharbour: “This is the best day of my life” – Players celebrate innovation for the MMORPG of Elder Scrolls

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Originally, Harrison Ford was not supposed to play Indiana Jones, but the other actor was not available

Harrison Ford is primarily known for 2 film roles: Han Solo in Star Wars and Indiana Jones. Nowadays, both roles are unimaginable without the actor. However, Indiana Jones was actually supposed to be played by someone else, who even got the role – but an iconic series intervened.

Who was supposed to play Indiana Jones? In 1981, Raiders of the Lost Ark was released. In the adventure film, Steven Spielberg directed and George Lucas worked on the screenplay. The film turned into a major franchise, which has had 4 sequels to date, the last one even in 2023.

Harrison Ford plays Indiana Jones in all parts of the series. However, someone else was actually supposed to play the iconic treasure hunter, and there were even screen tests for him: Tom Selleck. But he could not participate because a series got in the way.

Even in 2023, Ford still embodies the adventurer:

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„Indiana Jones and the Wheel of Destiny“ with Harrison Ford – Trailer (English)

I didn’t decline it, I earned the role

What does Tom Selleck say about that? In 2020, Tom Selleck appeared on the Rachael Ray Show (via YouTube). There, Rachael Ray asks him if there was a role in his career that he lost out on. Selleck immediately thinks of one film. It was Raiders of the Lost Ark. He says the following about it:

God, all sorts of things that aren’t true are on Wikipedia and all that stuff. I didn’t decline it. I earned the role. I did a screen test. And Steven Spielberg and George Lucas said: “You got the role.”

A clip of the screen test can even be seen on YouTube today:

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So why couldn’t he play the role? In the interview, the actor reveals that after he got the role, he informed Lucas and Spielberg about a pilot episode of a series he was set to film. The two didn’t think that would be a problem.

He was filming the series Magnum for CBS. The series aired from 1980 to 1988. The production work would have overlapped with Raiders of the Lost Ark. Contrary to expectations, the network told Selleck that he couldn’t do both.

He chose Magnum. However, he does not regret that decision, as he states in the interview: Well, that’s not the worst thing that ever happened.

Where do we know Tom Selleck from? Tom Selleck is primarily known as a television actor. Besides Magnum, he has appeared in almost 300 episodes of the series Blue Bloods: Crime Scene New York. Fans of the sitcom Friends may know him as Dr. Richard Burke. He was a friend of Monica in the series for 10 episodes. But not only Selleck could have had a different role. Harrison Ford could have also snatched an Oscar-winning role: Harrison Ford regrets having declined an important role – In the end, he could have received an Oscar for it

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Black Ops 6 has been out for 3 days and players are complaining about an old problem – “Can’t even select my loadout”

Anyone who plays the new Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 in multiplayer and also knows the predecessors may find a problem familiar. Because: The spawns plague the players.

What are the players complaining about? Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has only just been released on October 25, but players are already complaining about unfair spawns in multiplayer. On Reddit, players share their experiences and criticisms.

That there are particularly problems with the spawns on smaller maps is nothing new for Call of Duty:

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 shows its new multiplayer in the trailer

Especially a Problem in Ongoing Rounds

This is what it looks like in the new CoD: In BO6, there is the case of spawning in an ongoing round in multiplayer. There is then no timer before the round starts and everyone runs. This leads to the situation where you have to select your equipment while others around you (and at you) are already shooting.

In a clip on Reddit, user bodnast shows that his character gets shot by an opponent before he could even finish equipping himself.

In the headline, the user writes: “Not a big fan of spawning in an ongoing game before I can even select my class.” This refers to the loadout – or the equipment – that you choose at the beginning to get started:

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What do other players say about it? The comments on this post make it clear that this is not an isolated case. It happens all the time that players spawn in the direct line of fire of enemies, starting the round with a K/D of 0/1.

In another thread on Reddit, players make fun of questionable respawns. One user writes how his character was shot by an opponent on the map “Babylon.” Then he respawned right behind him. He got his revenge, after which the other player spawned behind him again and shot him once more.

The players have identified several causes for the current spawn problems: maps that are too small and too fast movement are said to allow players to be anywhere on the map at any time. So it doesn’t take long for another player to run by where you just spawned.

Despite existing problems, CoD: Black Ops 6 is well received by many players. However, some have also expressed criticism – which is not only due to the spawns. To find out how the overall mood around the game is, click here: “They made a good game again after 4 years” – Black Ops 6 reminds players how good Call of Duty can be

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In WoW, you are currently leveling up in turbo mode, gaining up to 85% more XP

In World of Warcraft, leveling is currently faster than ever before. Multiple events and bonuses overlap, allowing you to reach level 80 extremely quickly.

Anyone who wants to have more characters at the maximum level in World of Warcraft should take the time to do so in the coming days. A lot of bonuses can currently be stacked together, resulting in extremely fast leveling. We will tell you how to level a new character to the maximum level in no time.

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What bonuses are available? Currently, there are many bonuses that can be added together:

  • 10% from the birthday buff of World of Warcraft. This buff is permanent for every character.
  • 10% for an additional 12 hours from the daily quest “Blessing of the Bronze Dragonflight” in Tanaris during the birthday event.
  • Up to 25% from the achievement “Five Warfront Mentors: The War Within” – that’s an additional 5% XP for each character you already have at level 80 (up to a maximum of 5).
  • 10% from the Hallow’s End event when you light the Wickerman.
  • 10% is permanent if you activate War Mode.

That brings you to 65% already.

Additionally, Blizzard has drastically reduced the required XP from level 10 to level 70 with “The War Within”. This means you can level a new character within just a few evenings – those who are dedicated and achieve maximum efficiency can do it in just a few hours.

Can this be further enhanced? Yes, it is possible – but only on a specific date. To gain another 10%, the Darkmoon Faire must also be active: There, you can ride the carousel or roller coaster and receive an additional 10% bonus to reputation and XP for one hour.

However, the fair is only active from the first Sunday to the following Saturday of the month. The next date would therefore be from November 3 to November 9.

Another bonus is the “Distillate of Ten Lands,” which you can buy in Boralus or Zandalar. This grants characters under level 50 an additional 10%.

With all effects activated, you will have a bonus of 85% – and level almost twice as fast.

This hefty XP bonus is the perfect opportunity to level an Earth or Dracthyr with the new available classes. Those who want to further expand their pool of characters should take advantage of this substantial bonus in the coming days.
Blizzard is currently making quite a bit off a mount – it costs a whopping 80 €!

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Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Companions; All Companions, their Classes and Romances

In Dragon Age: The Veilguard you meet a number of companions, the Companions, who accompany you on your adventure. MeinMMO introduces the companions.

Update on October 28, 2024: We have made slight adjustments to the article.

On October 31, 2024, Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be released and the developers from Bioware have now introduced all seven companions (in English: Companions) who can join you during your adventure.

MeinMMO will reveal to you below which heroes you will encounter and where you might already know them from. You will also learn – as far as known – the respective backstories, to which classes and races the warriors belong, and what romance options may be available.

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Do you want to see the companions in action now? Here’s gameplay from Dragon Age 4:

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Dragon Age: The Veilguard shows 20 minutes of gameplay from the new fantasy adventure

The Companions

Lace (Borte) Harding

Lace Harding in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Lace Harding in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Scout
  • Race: Dwarf
  • Faction: once belonged to the Inquisition
  • Known from: Dragon Age: Inquisition, DLCs Hakkon’s Fangs and The Descent, Dragon Age: The Missing (Comic)

The former chief scout of the Inquisition became a fan favorite in Dragon Age: Inquisition because she was always the one who greeted the hero cheerfully in a new zone. She hails from Ferelden, was once a shepherdess, and has a passion for singing and dancing. The dwarf suffers from acrophobia and once had a Mabari war dog named Contessa.

Davrin

Davrin in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Davrin in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Guardian
  • Race: Dalish Elf
  • Faction: Grey Wardens
  • Known from: –

Davrin is a member of the Grey Wardens, an order that was once established to protect against the Darkspawn and has played a role in every Dragon Age installment. What rank Davrin holds within the order is unknown. However, it is clear that the charming warrior is accompanied by a baby griffon named Assan.

Bellara Lutare

Bellara in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Bellara in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Mage / Rogue
  • Race: Dalish Elf
  • Faction: Veilstriders
  • Known from: –

Bellara belongs to the Veilstriders, who explore ancient elf ruins from the forest of Arlathan. She masters magic and uses a glove in combat that allows for easier manipulation of magic. If needed, the glove transforms into a hunting bow.

This trailer introduces you to the companions of Dragon Age – The Veilguard:

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Dragon Age: The Veilguard introduces your companions in the trailer

Taash

Taash in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Taash in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Dragon Hunter
  • Race: Qunari (Kossith)
  • Faction: Allies of the Masters of Fate
  • Known from: –

Taash is a new character in the Dragon Age universe and, as a dragon hunter, has a connection to the Masters of Fate. She lives for adventure and isn’t afraid to challenge a dragon alone. In the trailer, the fighter wields two one-handed axes in battle.

Lucanis Dellamorte

Lucanis in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Lucanis in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Mage Slayer
  • Race: male human
  • Faction: Crows of Antiva
  • Known from: Dragon Age: Tevinter Nights (Anthology) and the short story “The Wake” (via ea.com)

The master assassin is a member of the Crows of Antiva, much like Zevran Arainai (from Dragon Age: Origins). But not just any member. As the grandson of Caterina Dellamorte, the First Talon of the Crows, he holds a special position and is regarded as a contender for the assassin guild’s throne. He is described as cultured, focused, and pragmatic, but he lacks social skills.

Emmrich Volkarin

Emmrich in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Emmrich in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Necromancer
  • Race: male human
  • Faction: Mortalitasi mage from Nevarra’s Mourning Watch
  • Known from: Dragon Age: Tevinter Nights (Anthology) and the short story “The Eternal Flame” (via ea.com)

The necromancer has been a member of the Mourning Watch for at least 30 years and protects the necropolis of Nevarra with his death magic. He is assisted by his skeleton assistant Manfred.

Neve Gallus

Neve in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Neve in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
  • Class: Detective
  • Race: female human
  • Faction: Rebellious Shadow Dragons of Tevinter
  • Known from: Dragon Age: Tevinter Nights (Anthology) and Dragon Age: The Missing (Comic)

Neve Gallus fights for a better future (for example, the abolition of slavery), with cynical comments and her special skills as a private detective. She offers her services in Minrathous, the capital of the Tevinter Empire.

Interesting Facts about the Companions

How many companions can accompany me?

In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, you will learn to know up to seven different companions. Two of the companions may support you in battles. By comparison: In the three predecessors, you could still roam with three companions. In those, there were also eight to ten (partly tied to DLCs) potential allies to choose from.

Are romances with the companions possible?

In the new part of the Dragon Age series, free love is available for everyone. No matter what gender your alter ego has, all companions can enter into a relationship with you. It should also be possible for the companions to flirt with each other and give away their hearts.

Read more about the romances in our guide: Romances and what you need to know about the relationships with your companions

The companions in The Veilguard have a kind of relationship level towards your character: Your decisions in the game and the conversations with the companions affect how much a companion likes or trusts you. This, in turn, unlocks dialogue options and talent points, with which you activate abilities for combat.

What is Dragon Age: The Veilguard? The game comes from the game studio Bioware. It is the fourth part of the main series after Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age 2, and Dragon Age: Inquisition. Originally, the game was known as Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. You will find out more here: Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Everything about the release, release date, and the companions

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Throne and Liberty: How to Obtain Amitoi, What They Bring, and How to Unlock Amitoi Expeditions and Amitoi House

In your adventures in Throne and Liberty, the Amitoi are your reliable companions. In this guide, MeinMMO reveals how to obtain Amitoi, what they bring in detail, and what you need to know about Amitoi expeditions and the Amitoi house.

What are Amitoi? In Throne and Liberty, there is a companion system that revolves around the so-called Amitoi. When you summon one of these pets from your collection, it will accompany you to heal you when necessary and collect loot. Additionally, you can activate useful synergy effects through the Amitoi collection, send Amitoi on expeditions, or visit the Amitoi house.

Below, we summarize everything you need to know about these little rascals. But first, here’s the information: Amitoi that must be purchased for real money are just as valuable as Amitoi that you earn. Free-to-play players thus have access to comparably strong companions.

Update from October 28, 2024: We have made some minor optimizations to the article.

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Those who belong to a guild in Throne and Liberty have advantages:

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Basic knowledge about Amitoi and Amitoi effects

An Amitoi follows your character and reacts to its respective mood, behavior, and environment to help in various ways. For example, they will point out special things like mystical portals or automatically collect nearby loot.

Tip: In the communication menu, which opens by clicking the Amitoi button, you can select various Amitoi actions.

Amitoi use world tree leaves to heal you in battle – with a heal-over-time effect. You can set under Settings => Gameplay => Character => Amitoi healing at which health state your companion should start healing. World tree leaves can be purchased from various vendors.

Through the Amitoi lithography book, you can unlock various additional effects by continuously expanding your Amitoi collection and unlocking Amitoi that have so-called buddy synergies.

Amitoi grant you the following synergy effects:

  • Experience point bonus
  • Solant bonus
  • Effectiveness of Abyss Contract signs
  • Mastery bonus
  • increased chance for items

But there are also permanent stat boosts for maximum mana, maximum health, and your critical hit chance.

Throne and Liberty: Summoning list of the Amitoi.
The Amitoi from the early access version. You can also get the companions without spending money.

Unlocking and collecting Amitoi

Amitoi come in five rarity levels: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, and Legendary. The quality of an Amitoi does not affect (!) the bonuses mentioned above, the efficiency when looting, or the strength of the heals.

You are allowed to summon an Amitoi from your collection as soon as you have completed the codex quest “The Fall of the Gray Jaws” from chapter 2. However, with the “Forest Sapling Grover”, you can already get the first Amitoi for every character automatically before that.

Additional Amitoi can be obtained through quests, events, collecting certain materials, the ingame shop, early access packages, and other sources.

Amitoi Expeditions and Amitoi House

The “Amitoi House” is a private, instanced area where you will find the map for the Amitoi expeditions. Use the map to send your Amitoi on missions, allowing them to collect rewards and materials (for cooking and crafting).

You can unlock the expeditions and the “Amitoi House” through the quest “A Small But Mighty Companion” from adventurer Percy in the center of Kastleton (by the fountain) (available from about level 14, when you have advanced far enough in the main campaign). Rewards for the quest include a penguin Amitoi, a fishing rod, and portal access to the house.

After unlocking, you will find an Amitoi symbol next to your consumables in the ability bar. Click on it to travel to the “Amitoi House”.

Throne and Liberty: Amitoi Expeditions
The Amitoi expeditions reward with loot and materials.

What do I need to know about the expeditions? You can send any Amitoi from your collection on missions. By participating in expeditions, you will gain expedition experience, which increases the expedition level. The higher the level, the more Amitoi you can send on missions and the more expeditions you unlock.

You can influence the amount of rewards through the level of the expeditions, the number of Amitoi participating in an expedition, the duration of the expedition, and by combining certain pairs of Amitoi.

It is optimal if the participating Amitoi match the region where the expedition will take place. Possible regions include coast, desert, forest, ruins, and plains.

How to leave the Amitoi House

If you want to leave the “Amitoi House” again, you need to click on the small door symbol located under your minimap. Confirm the prompt with “Yes” and you will leave the instance. Your character should now stand at the location from which it previously teleported to the “Amitoi House”.

What else do I need to know about Throne and Liberty? Throne and Liberty will be released on October 01, 2024, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5. There will be crossplay between the platforms. The MMORPG aims to fund itself through an ingame shop, battle pass, real money currencies, and the sale of early access packages (starting from September 26, 2024). You can find out more in our comprehensive overview: All important details about classes, release, crossplay, gameplay, payment model, early access, platforms of Throne and Liberty.

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Throne and Liberty: Baits for Fishing and Salt for Cooking – Here’s How to Get the Items

Anyone who starts fishing or cooking in Throne and Liberty will inevitably wonder where to find bait and salt without much effort. MyMMO reveals it to you.

What do I need to know about fishing in Throne and Liberty? In the new MMORPG, anyone can grab a fishing rod and go fishing without any prior knowledge. Those who are patient will even receive their first fishing rod as a gift from adventurer Percy in Vienta as part of a chapter 3 quest.

Alternatively, you can also buy a fishing rod from a contract coin trader for 300 contract coins. There, you can also buy a bait chest containing 50 baits every day for 20 contract coins.

Update from October 28, 2024: We have made additional minor optimizations to the article.

Bait for Fishing

What do I do with the rod and bait? You need to equip them, just like your peacekeepers and clothes, so they appear in the character window (shortcut: P) to the left of your two weapons. Then, go to a sufficiently deep body of water, click on the fishing icon in the skill bar (shortcut: CTRL+F), and cast the line by clicking F.

Once a potential catch grabs your bait, you can start the fishing mini-game with Q. Your task now is to counter the fish’s movements with A or D (always steer against its pulling direction) to keep it in the middle until its stamina drops to zero. If you succeed, the catch will fly into your hands.

Tip: Here you can find the best fishing spots in Throne and Liberty.

Are there alternative sources for bait? You can find bait while playing, for example, when you gather wood in the game world and find worms. Additionally, you can also buy the aforementioned bait chests in the in-game shop for 15 jewelry coins each.

A guild can help you obtain useful materials – but there are even more benefits:

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Throne and Liberty: Deshalb ist eine große und aktive Gilde so wichtig

Salt, where can I find salt?

What do I need to know about cooking in Throne and Liberty? You don’t need to visit a teacher for the life skill of cooking either. Just drop by a cooking stove with the right ingredients (you can find them in cities or your guild base) and you’re good to go.

While you can get many of the starting ingredients like eggs, tomatoes, honey, milk, or vegetable oil from any general trader, unfortunately, they lack salt. Tip: You can click on any ingredient and then check the acquisition method to find out where you can farm that particular food item.

What you won’t find there regarding salt: You can farm salt effectively through Amitoi expeditions. The very first one for low-level Amitoi has a chance of washing salt into your bags. This way, you can save some farming time.

What else do I need to know about Throne and Liberty? Throne and Liberty will be released on October 1, 2024, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5. There will be crossplay between the platforms. The MMORPG intends to finance itself through an in-game shop, battle pass, real money currencies, and the sale of early access packages (starting from September 26, 2024). You can find more details in our comprehensive overview: All important information about classes, release, crossplay, gameplay, payment model, early access, platforms of Throne and Liberty.

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Throne and Liberty: Interactive map helps with exploration, shows mystical spheres as well as portals, mysterious books and more

An Interactive Map for Throne and Liberty can be very useful. Especially when searching for mystical portals or books to collect jewelry coins. We have found the suitable Interactive Map for you.

What does an “Interactive Map” bring me? On the interactive map throne-and-liberty.interactivemap.app, you can find all the important things you need for efficient exploration of the Throne and Liberty game world.

If you don’t want to see everything, you can customize the displays. On the left side of the website, you can turn off the points you don’t want.

The integrated map in the game of Throne and Liberty already provides quite a bit, so you might think that you don’t need an interactive map. However, the books and papers, which are not marked on the map in the game, are especially interesting. Also, if you want to spend your mystical keys for mystical spheres, the interactive map comes in handy.

Update from October 28, 2024: We have made some minor optimizations to the article.

You can even fly across half the map in Throne and Liberty with a whale:

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Finding Mystical Spheres and Mystical Portals

In Throne and Liberty, you can discover small red spheres everywhere. You can open them with “mystical keys.” From them, you will receive different rewards. With the interactive map, you can specifically search for them.

After you activate a sphere, there is also a chance that a portal will form in a certain radius, which will disappear after some time. You will then need to search for this portal.

If you approach one, your Amitoi will warn you, and the portal will be displayed on your minimap. However, if you walk in the wrong direction after opening the red sphere, you might overlook the portal. The interactive map marks where such portals open.

Finding Mysterious Books and Fallen Papers

The Interactive Map is absolutely outstanding when it comes to collecting books and papers in the world. In Throne and Liberty, they glow purple and are hidden everywhere. Accordingly, they are not marked on the map in the game. The interactive map shows you exactly the locations of these items. The books and papers are important because you receive “jewelry coins” through them.

What else does the interactive map have to offer? That’s not all. Even if you’re looking for materials, you can display them on the interactive map. Then you can see, for example, at a glance where mushrooms grow all over Solisium and head there afterwards.

Although you can see the symbols for mushrooms on the game map when you are nearby or use the search function, the interactive map allows you to display everything directly at the same time.

Moreover, there seem to be seasonal events in the future. At least, a symbol for a Christmas festival is already marked on the interactive map. So, if events take place, you could read important information from the interactive map. If you want to know more about Throne and Liberty, be sure to check out our overview, where we have listed all guides for you: Throne and Liberty: All Guides for the Start in the new MMORPG.

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New World: Map shows all materials and important information – Here’s how to use the interactive map correctly

A player has created an interactive map for New World that can help you in many ways. We at MeinMMO will introduce it to you in more detail and tell you how you can use it.

What kind of map is this? You can find the map at newworld-map.com. On the map, you will find a variety of information about the areas, including:

  • The location of various materials
  • Locations of specific monster types or bosses
  • Hidden treasures
  • Points of Interest you should visit
  • Lore documents
  • Fast travel points
  • Indications of what level you need for the corresponding region or event

The map has been translated largely into German, so you should be able to find your way around it immediately.

Update from October 28, 2024: Looking ahead to New World Aeternum, we have updated and elevated this tip again.

Setting up the map correctly: At the beginning, the interactive map shows you essentially everything. This is a lot and very confusing.

That’s why you will find the “Filter” option on the right side of your browser window. It is advisable to hide everything first – “Hide all”. After that, you can display the various contents that are relevant to you.

New World Map Filter
The resource map allows you to find not only materials but also bosses, treasures, and other things. That’s why the filter on the side is so important.

In the filter, you will also find the “My Preferences” function. There you can save the filter settings so that what you want to see is displayed immediately.

Find resources more easily and craft faster

How does finding resources work? All materials in New World appear at specific locations that are exactly the same on every server. If you’re looking for iron ore in your area, you don’t have to run around the open world for minutes; you can use the interactive map for help.

The map is most useful for rare resources such as oil or saltpeter. Because they are only available in a few places. But it can also be used for really important resources like fibers or iron.

With the map, you can collect crafting materials faster, allowing you to craft items and improve your skills more quickly. You can find out exactly how crafting works in this guide:

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Learn more about the lore of New World

What does the map have to do with the lore? New World tells its story only partially through quests and dungeons. However, if you want the complete picture, you need to find diary entries and other written notes that are scattered all over the world.

The interactive map allows you to find these lore texts, enabling you to piece together the entire story of the game world. While the map does take away some of the explorer spirit, those who have already gathered several entries from a diary may want to finally complete it and can seek help here.

New World Map Lore
With the help of the map, you can find all the important lore notes located in the game world.

I can find hidden treasures and bosses, but that also takes away from the fun of the game

The map can do a lot, but is that good? As mentioned at the beginning, the map offers many different possibilities, but in my opinion also risks.

In the beta, for example, I used it to find boss challenges at my level and see how difficult they really are. I also “found” treasures and certain NPCs using the map.

However, this also has disadvantages, as the exploration and discovery of the open world become lost.

For the beta, it was important for me to test as many new and challenging contents as possible because I had already tested the “standard stuff” in the closed beta. In the live version, I will surely refer to the map from time to time but do not want to take away too many challenges from myself.

That’s why I recommend maintaining a healthy balance when dealing with this map. However, if you’re looking to get to the endgame quickly, the resource map is a good ally.

Are there alternatives? Yes, the website Mapgenie.com also offers a map. You will also find important features there, such as bosses, materials, and fast travel points.

What do you think of such maps and will you use the interactive map? Or would you rather explore the world without outside assistance? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. You can find various other useful guides in our comprehensive overview of New World Aeternum: New World Guides: All tips, tricks, recommendations, and builds at a glance

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Throne and Liberty: Gigantrite – How to Complete the Quest ‘Little Friend in the Sky’ on the Whale – All Routes

The whale in Throne and Liberty named Gigantrit or in English Gigantrite is essential for the quest “Little Friend in the Sky” and will take you to Saurodoma. But that’s not the only reason the ride is worth it. MeinMMO has compiled all the benefits and routes of the whale for you.

In Throne and Liberty, a giant whale passes over the heads of players at set times. This is the Gigantrite, and it always begins its flight at 02:00, 05:00, 08:00, 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00, and 23:00 hours. Depending on the starting point, which can be seen on the map, it has three different routes.

Why ride the Gigantrite? A journey on the whale is not only worthwhile to complete the side quest “Little Friend in the Sky”; it also has special ore on its back and takes you to the far-off “Island of Saurodoma”. MeinMMO has all the routes of the giant for you.

Update from October 28, 2024: We have made some minor optimizations to the article.

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How much Pay2Win is in the new MMORPG Throne and Liberty?

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Getting to Saurodoma with the Gigantrite

The whale in Throne and Liberty begins its flight every three hours. It always starts its flight at

  • 02:00
  • 05:00
  • 08:00
  • 11:00
  • 14:00
  • 17:00
  • 20:00
  • and 23:00 hours.

However, it never stops to pick up passengers. You need to grab a spot on its back. If it starts its route at the top left of the map, the best point to jump on is at the ruins by the “Reinlicht Tower”.

However, if the whale moves from the bottom left on the map, you can only board near “Castle Rockwatch”. But all roads lead to Rome – or in this case to “Saurodoma”. You must be careful to jump off the whale’s back at the right moment, or else you’ll land incorrectly and won’t be able to reach the island.

The waypoint of “Saurodoma” is located on a small platform in the air, which can only be accessed from the whale. If you float directly to the island, you will arrive at your destination, but you will not be able to activate the waypoint. So it is best to jump off the whale when you are parallel to the platform.

How to complete “Little Friend in the Sky”

To complete the side quest “Little Friend in the Sky,” which you can find in the “Codex” under “Nesting Grounds,” you must first have finished the quest “Meeting a Friend in the Field.” You can find that one in the “Codex” under “Urstella Fields.”

In the fourth part of the mission “Little Friend in the Sky,” you need to speak with the Amitoi on the back of the Gigantrite. For some players, it doesn’t always appear right away, so you may need to walk to the Amitoi’s location multiple times until it appears. Here is where you can find it:

Here sits the little friend
Here sits the little friend.
Location of the Amitoi
Location of the Amitoi.

Gigantrite Ores

While you enjoy the outing and the fresh air on your trip, you can also mine the ores on its back. There are six sources of “Marinder Ore,” which respawn every five minutes after being mined. The ores can be used to craft materials for leveling up passive and active skills.

Additionally, the colossus drops “Crystals of the Divine Beast” on its journey. These can be mined from the ground to obtain “Life Stones.” These stones can in turn be used on the whale to harvest rare “Marinder Ore” from gray rocks.

Gigantrite: First Route

The first route of the majestic being starts at the top left of the map. During this flight, you can only hop on at the “Reinlicht Tower,” then at the “Ruins of the Star Light Observatory,” and finally near the “Sandworm Cave.” We have the complete route for you:

Route One
Route One

Gigantrite: Second Route

The second route of the Gigantrite also starts at the top left of the map, but a little farther down near the city “Kastleton.” During the journey, you have the chance to hop on at the “Ruins of the Star Light Observatory” and then at “Castle Rockwatch.” Here is the complete route for you:

Route Two
Route Two

Gigantrite: Third Route

The third route of the colossus begins at the bottom left of the map at “Castle Rockwatch.” This ride offers only one chance to board, namely immediately after starting at “Castle Rockwatch,” as the flight is very short. We have the complete route for you:

Route Three
Route Three

Now it should be no problem getting on the whale and enjoying all its benefits.

If you’re looking for more help with the new free MMORPG Throne and Liberty, be sure to check out our overview, where we’ve compiled all the important guides for the game:  Throne and Liberty: All guides for starting the new MMORPG.

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Fritz Meinecke reveals important details about 7 vs. Wild – When does the new episode come out?

The new season of 7 vs. Wild has started. In a Q&A video, the show’s founder has now revealed the latest information about the series.

We updated this article on October 28 and adjusted the date of the next episodes.

Where can you watch 7 vs. Wild? In a new video on the 7 vs. Wild YouTube channel, series creator Fritz Meinecke has answered the latest questions about the series.

As in the last year, the new season of 7 vs. Wild can be watched in advance on Amazon Freevee. The service is now integrated into Amazon Prime, so you can search for and watch the season as usual. This year, it is also supposed to be possible in Switzerland. Later, all episodes will also be available on YouTube.

The “Behind the Scenes” format, showcasing the production of 7 vs. Wild, is back on YouTube this year.

When will the next episode be released? The next episode, 7 vs. Wild Episode 9, will premiere on Tuesday, October 29 at 00:00 on Amazon Freevee. On YouTube, Episode 5 will be released next on Monday, October 28 at 18:00.

Below, you will find an overview of the release of all episodes of the main series on Amazon Freevee and YouTube. The episodes will always be released on the specified date at 00:00 on Freevee and at 18:00 on YouTube.

  • Episode 1 premieres October 1 on Freevee and October 14 on YouTube
  • Episode 2 premieres October 4 on Freevee and October 17 on YouTube
  • Episode 3 premieres October 8 on Freevee and October 21 on YouTube
  • Episode 4 premieres October 11 on Freevee and October 24 on YouTube
  • Episode 5 premieres October 15 on Freevee and October 28 on YouTube
  • Episode 6 premieres October 18 on Freevee and October 31 on YouTube
  • Episode 7 premieres October 22 on Freevee and November 4 on YouTube
  • Episode 8 premieres October 25 on Freevee and November 7 on YouTube
  • Episode 9 premieres October 29 on Freevee and November 11 on YouTube
  • Episode 10 premieres November 1 on Freevee and November 14 on YouTube
  • Episode 11 premieres November 5 on Freevee and November 18 on YouTube
  • Episode 12 premieres November 8 on Freevee and November 21 on YouTube
  • Episode 13 premieres November 12 on Freevee and November 25 on YouTube
  • Episode 14 premieres November 15 on Freevee and November 28 on YouTube
  • Episode 15 premieres November 19 on Freevee and December 2 on YouTube
  • Episode 16 premieres November 22 on Freevee and December 5 on YouTube

One of the participants in this year’s season of 7 vs. Wild is LetsHugo, you can learn more about his success in this video:

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When does the “BTS” start? The “Behind the Scenes” format will start on October 1, 2024, on YouTube. A new episode will be released every Tuesday at 18:00.

Backup candidates, wild animals, and challenges

What else does Fritz Meinecke reveal? Fritz Meinecke answers many questions about the series for about 20 minutes on YouTube. Some users were curious if the backup candidate was used this year. Last year, backup candidate Jan Schlappen had to step in but left the series after 7 days, leaving his teammate behind.

This year, the backup candidate was Alex “Rooflescat”, with whom Fritz Meinecke had previously worked several times. However, he did not come into play.

In this season, there were also no dangerous animals; instead, the production behind 7 vs. Wild aimed for a more challenging environment, which has probably become challenging enough due to the cold.

This year, however, the challenges from seasons 1 and 2 are back. Meinecke does not want to reveal too much in the video but says that they will be different this year than in the previous seasons. You can find all information about 7 vs. Wild here at a glance: 7 vs. Wild Season 4: Participants, Start, and Location – All Information about the New Season

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Police Arrests Hacker for Driving Like in GTA, Using a Fake ID He Issued to Himself

The fake driver’s license is just one, and barely the worst of Alcasec’s crimes, but this one brought him under the police’s attention while driving a BMW.

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How can a hacker issue himself a driver’s license? According to a report from the Spanish daily newspaper EL Mundo, the Spanish hacker José Luis Huertas Rubio, aka Alcasec, was arrested. But not for cybercrime, for which the now 21-year-old has been in conflict with the law since he was 15. At the end of September 2024, he was driving a borrowed BMW M4 around the center of Madrid. His aggressive manner caught the attention of the police. After a failed escape attempt, he was captured, and driving under the influence was added to the list of charges.

The explosive aspect aside from his behavior on the road is that Alcasec should not even be behind the wheel. He has never successfully passed a driving test but still has a real and valid driver’s license in his pocket.

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Alcasec’s film-worthy acquired driver’s license

How did Alcasec get a driver’s license? Alcasec hacked into the computers of the state traffic authority several years ago. Here he ensured that a valid driver’s license with all the trimmings was printed and sent to him. To gain the necessary rights in the state system, he impersonated an agent of the Spanish intelligence service – almost like a criminal Q from James Bond.

Why isn’t his driver’s license simply taken away? Although it is undisputed that the driver’s license was obtained by criminal means, the 21-year-old continues to use it to this day. Because in the strict sense, it is not forged, as the state issued it. Several authorities are currently working to initiate appropriate procedures and to set in motion internal processes for revocation.

But the effort is enormous due to the special situation, and Alcasec can slow down the process with the help of lawyers. He has the right to participate and be heard repeatedly. His traffic offenses are also not sufficient under Spanish laws to permanently revoke the document in this manner.

What else is Alcasec being accused of? For several years, the man has regularly penetrated foreign systems and stolen data. With this, he has created a kind of “Google for stolen data” on a web server, as El Mundo reports. The hacker sells access to the system he calls “Udyat” to other criminals. He allegedly also used the illegal hack for the pseudo-legal driver’s license for friends of his and for pay for other individuals known to the authorities, as the accusations state.

Behind a seemingly qualified young software engineer hid a spy from a country perceived as hostile by the USA. He skillfully snuck in, but his impatience became his downfall. He could have caused enormous damage: The new colleague is a cybercriminal from North Korea: Company for computer security from the USA avoids attack

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MMORPG with Subscription (but no Store) or Free2Play? Players Miss the Time Without Microtransactions

Whether Buy2Play like New World or Free2Play like Throne and Liberty: Nowadays, no MMORPG seems to be able to do without additional microtransactions in the form of in-game shops and optional services. However, not every genre fan is pleased with this.

What was it like back then? Even at the beginning of the first 3D MMORPGs, there was a battle between subscription and Free2Play models. While Ultima Online relied on a monthly fee in 1996, Tibia already used a Free2Play access at its release in 1997.

Back then it was clear: If you buy an MMORPG and pay the associated subscription, you don’t have to worry about further expenses for the time being. All content is earnable. Additional money comes in mainly from the sale of large content expansions or services like server transfers.

Old School RuneScape has an optional membership, here’s the Steam trailer:

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Old School RuneScape – Trailer for the Steam Release

After the enormous success of WoW, many other MMORPGs with large budgets wanted to conquer the world of online role-playing games with a subscription payment model, and several things happened in parallel:

  • The subscription-required games cannibalized each other because there were only a few players willing to pay a monthly fee for multiple time-consuming MMORPGs at the same time.
  • Other players did not want or could not sign up for a monthly subscription for an MMORPG. Some of them stuck to Free2Play alternatives, which back then could not reach the quality of WoW and Co., but were free.
  • Successful Free2Play games managed to attract a sufficient number of players who invested a lot more money in the respective game than was possible in pure subscription MMORPGs.
  • Many of the MMORPGs that originally had a mandatory subscription switched to a Free2Play model.
  • Through the Free2Play model, various forms of monetization were established over the years that are tolerated by a large part of the players. In-game shops, paid battle pass paths, and real money currencies are increasingly found even in Buy2Play or subscription games.

No Optimal Player Experience with In-Game Shop

What is the problem with microtransactions? Even the fairest Free2Play model negatively impacts game design and player experience. Somehow you have to get players to visit the shop and spend money there. Behind every currency, every restriction, and all generously distributed rewards lie psychological tricks.

Moreover, purely cosmetic items sold for money automatically devalue the rewards that can be earned. In many MMORPGs, you can now see more who has spent how much money in the shop rather than who has been able to master which challenge.

What does the community say about the status quo? In a post by KFPofficial on Reddit, these issues are currently being discussed. He himself writes: “I just want a monthly subscription without cosmetics or other monetization. I’m sure that this is impossible in 2024. I just miss the early EverQuest, man.”

  • OneSeaworthiness7768 responds to him on Reddit: “I’ve come to terms with the fact that this is just not possible in modern games and have finally started playing Old School RuneScape. I hate the aesthetics/graphics but otherwise, it’s exactly what I want. I hope that Brighter Shores will fill a similar gap.”
  • ViewdFromi3WM explains on Reddit: “I agree with you … I’d even be willing to pay $20 a month for a real AAA offering. Most only ask for $10.”
  • TheElusiveFox goes even further (via Reddit): “I would love to pay $25-30/month for a game that has it in its purchase contract that there will never be a cash shop in any form. I would even pay $40 if that included 24 hours of active GM support that moderates chat, bans bots, and handles other issues.”

In the thread, besides Old School RuneScape, other positive examples are mentioned such as Final Fantasy XI, Embers Adrift, WoW Classic, or Mortal Online 2. The new Origin server of EverQuest II is also said to do without annoying monetization. What should the payment model of your dream MMORPG look like? If someone announces such an MMORPG, I will take a front seat on the hype train

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Throne and Liberty: 5 Bosses that Annoy Every Player

In Throne and Liberty there are many different bosses. Each boss has its own tricks and mechanics that must be taken into account. Five bosses are particularly annoying for players.

What kind of list is this? In Throne and Liberty there are various bosses, and each comes with its own mechanics and abilities that players must consider when fighting against the boss.

Not every boss seems equally manageable when it comes to mechanics. While some bosses only require occasional blocking, others demand almost perfect timing to survive the fight without dying.

This list is based on the author’s opinion and only addresses field and guild bosses. Dungeon bosses have not been included in this consideration. The bosses on the list are not arranged in any particular order.

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Who is writing here? Cedric Holmeier is an Asia MMORPG expert at MeinMMO. He has played many Asia MMORPGs and plays the MMORPG in one of the top guilds of Throne and Liberty. Currently, there is no boss in the game that Cedric has not completed. He also enjoys joining random groups to see how they tackle the challenges.

Why guilds are so important in Throne and Liberty, you can find out here:

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Ahzreil requires teamwork

The field boss Ahzreil is located in the ruins of the Light Sanctuary in the area Destroyed Temple. While his normal abilities are easy to block due to their slow charge time, the boss is especially annoying with his totem mechanic.

In the totem phase, Ahzreil spawns three totems and pulls players towards the boss. Three random players each receive a ticking bomb that they must use to blow up the totems. If more than one totem survives, a significant portion of the group typically dies.

The fate of many players therefore lies in the hands of a few individuals who not only have to realize that the boss has targeted them, but also need to coordinate among themselves so that not everyone blows up the same totem. In most cases, the phase ends with many defeated players.

The boss fight often unnecessarily drags on due to the totem mechanic and creates many question marks above the heads of random player groups. The boss’s attacks are definitely not self-explanatory.

Continue on the next page.

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3 of the best loot shooters of all time for PS4 and PS5 are currently available for 10 € – offering you at least 70 hours of gameplay

Looting is the most important aspect of many players in a video game, and loot shooters are a quite popular genre. In such games, you can spend countless hours even after the story is over. Those interested can currently grab 3 of the best games of the genre for PS5 and PS4 at a low price.

Which games are they? Currently, you can get the Borderlands Legendary Collection in the PlayStation Store. It includes 3 entire games: Borderlands, Borderlands 2, and Borderlands Pre-Sequel. The loot shooters are considered the best in the genre by many fans.

The offer comes at a good time, as a new installment in the series, Borderlands 4, was recently announced. It is set to be released in 2025, and the Legendary Collection is the perfect way to catch up on the series.

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Comic graphics and an incredible number of weapons

What are these games about? All of these games were originally released for PS3 and Xbox 360. In the Legendary Collection, the games were later released in revised versions for modern consoles. The games are perfect for co-op with up to 3 friends and can even be played in split-screen mode.

The major feature of the series is the comic style and the crude humor, which unfortunately did not work in the Borderlands movie. However, the main focus of the game is, of course, on looting and leveling. For shootouts with various opponents and creatures, you can choose from almost endless weapons that you can obtain from enemies, chests, or bosses.

In all parts, you choose a class that is equipped with an ability and 3 skill trees. Based on this, you can create builds from various types of weapons or weapon elements like fire or acid. There are also some pretty bizarre weapons that, for example, shoot conversations or swords instead of bullets.

As silly as the weapons and characters are, so are the side quests, which regularly throw you into quite bizarre situations. Sometimes you have to fight against a parody of the Ninja Turtles or organize a terrible birthday party for an annoying robot.

If you dive in, you can invest hundreds of hours

How much gameplay do the games offer? Looking at the average playtime of the games on HowLongToBeat, you get about 70 hours with the main quests. However, this does not include the countless DLCs and content after the story that you get in the collection. If you want to play the games thoroughly, you can easily invest 300 hours.

How long does the offer last? In the PSN Store, you can get the Legendary Collection with Borderlands 1, 2, and Pre-Sequel until November 7, 2024, for €9.99. All DLCs for the 3 games are included except for the Commander Lilith DLC for Borderlands 2.

Unfortunately, Borderlands 3 is currently not on offer. However, if you haven’t played the spin-off Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands yet, you can currently get the game on sale as well. In total, there are thus 6 Borderlands shooter games. How all the games rank against each other has been summarized by MeinMMO author Max Handwerk in a list: 6 Borderlands games ranked

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An anime with witches and demons is perfect for all scaredy-cats who still enjoy Halloween

The anime Soul Eater is already 16 years old, but to this day, it remains one of the best animes of all time for MeinMMO editor Jasmin Beverungen. For her, it is always worth rewatching this series, especially during Halloween.

Although Halloween is one of the most exciting celebrations of the year for me, I hate horror and creepy movies. I loathe jump scares because they provide no real value to me, and I jump out of my skin every time I’m startled. 

Unfortunately, many movies and series these days utilize such elements to scare people, even though they really don’t need to. Therefore, I am even more delighted when I discover a series or a movie that leans towards horror and Halloween but isn’t spooky at all. 

The anime Soul Eater is one such anime that conveys a dark atmosphere without incorporating any jump scares. I will explain why the series is still one of the best animes for me today and why it is particularly worth a rewatch during Halloween.

You can find the trailer for Soul Eater here:

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The anime Soul Eater is perfect for Halloween

Soul Eater was one of the first animes I watched after my RTL2 anime phase. It stood out from the previous series like Pokémon or Sailor Moon, which I watched during the afternoon programming of the channel. 

In terms of content, Soul Eater is about life at Shibusen, an academy in Death City, where the death god Shinigami trains his students to become weapon masters. 

  • Each student possesses a weapon that can switch between a human form and a weapon form. 
  • Together, they form a duo that must capture 99 souls of evil people and the soul of a witch. This increases the power of their weapon.
  • The focus is on the girl Maka Albarn and her partner Soul Eater, who can transform into a scythe. Along with a ninja and the son of Shinigami, they experience numerous battles.

Throughout their adventures, characters appear that I associate with Halloween. For example, a teacher at Shibusen is named Franken Stein and visually resembles the monster. Zombies, spiders, and demons are also creatures that appear in the anime.

In line with the many creatures that create a Halloween atmosphere, there is a dark and menacing atmosphere that the anime builds throughout. It never relies on the jump scares that I despise but rather on dark themes and a suffocating mood.

Over everything hovers the demon god as a great threat. There are several factions trying to free him. Since the safety of the entire world hangs by a thread, a constant tension is present in the anime.

One of the characters that has stuck with me the most and contributed to the oppressive mood is Chrona. The character seems weak, pale, and anything but evil. Nevertheless, he stands up to the group as one of the first antagonists and doesn’t act as one would expect.

Soul Eater Chrona
Chrona seems weak but mentally carries a lot.

However, it later comes out that Chrona was used by his own mother for evil experiments. Therefore, Chrona constantly struggles with self-doubt. The character regrets being born and repeatedly shows depressive and dark thoughts. Without giving away too much: The transformation that this character undergoes throughout the anime is one of the most emotional I have ever seen in animes.

Besides the atmosphere and dark mood, the relationship between Maka and Soul Eater is another highlight of the anime. Their bond is constantly a central theme, but the anime manages to keep it from drifting into romantic territory. 

Although Maka and her weapon partner are not a couple, one often feels how close they are and how blindly they trust each other. The fact that the mangaka could establish such a connection on a friendly level impresses me to this day. That is why the anime doesn’t drift too much into the romance direction but remains a great anime that fits Halloween.

If you prefer real horror, Uzumaki might be something for you:

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Uzumaki: The horror anime shows its 2nd trailer

So if you are looking for a dark anime around Halloween that isn’t too scary, I can only recommend Soul Eater. The anime has many aspects that make a rewatch (or a first-time viewing) worthwhile.

By the way: There is a spin-off to the anime called Soul Eater Not! However, I can only advise against watching the anime if you like the Halloween elements from Soul Eater. The spin-off is more of a cute girly anime revolving around a cringy love triangle between schoolgirls.

If you are looking for something scary on Halloween that will chill your blood, we have something for you. MeinMMO demon Cortyn has chosen several horror animes that would be a scarier alternative to Soul Eater: The best horror animes if you want to be thoroughly frightened

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New party game on Steam is like a mix of Among Us and Cult of the Lamb – you can test it for free

In a mix of Among Us and Cult of the Lamb, a new party game on Steam lets you summon an ancient terror. For those interested, there is a free demo available.

Which game are we talking about? Ritual Night is a party game for 4 to 8 players. You either take on the role of a monster or a human disguised as a monster. Depending on your role, your goal will be to either perform a magical ritual or sabotage it.

Ritual Night is developed by Outfox Games, a nine-person indie studio. In an official reveal trailer, the developers show what to expect. But you can also dive in right away; a free demo is available on Steam.

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Ritual Night: The Reveal Trailer for the New Party Game on Steam

Among Us with Cthulhu Cult

How does Ritual Night play? In terms of basic gameplay mechanics, the game is reminiscent of the indie hit Among Us. However, this time you’re not playing as astronauts but as followers of a cult – Cult of the Lamb anyone? As cultist monsters, you roam a castle and try to summon your master Cthulhu.

Among the monsters are also humans in disguise. They attempt to sabotage the ritual and steal some magical items. To do this, you might disguise yourself as an NPC to remain inconspicuous while exploring the castle.

This creates a cat-and-mouse game in which the monsters want to eliminate the humans, while the humans prefer not to get caught at all. Randomly distributed abilities allow you to try out new strategies every time to achieve your goal.

If you are one of those who always get eliminated first in Among Us, Ritual Night might still be worth a try. Because just because you’ve been revealed (or mistakenly suspected) doesn’t mean the game is over for you. In Ritual Night, you always get a second chance.

When will the game be released? Ritual Night is set to release on November 4, 2024, on Steam, Mac, iOS, and Android. On mobile, the game is Free2Play, while it costs €4.99 on all other platforms. Console versions are not ruled out by the developers, but nothing has been confirmed yet.

If you recently bought a new game on Steam, you may have noticed something new. Steam is now informing its buyers that they are only purchasing a license for a game in the shop. You can read more about it here: Steam now reminds you that purchased games don’t truly belong to you

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GTA 6 fans reconstruct the game’s map, discover a location that would be perfect for online mode

At the end of 2023, GTA 6 struggled with a major data leak. However, the released information allowed fans to create a map of the game. Now, a location has been discovered that would be perfect for the online mode of GTA Online.

What kind of place is it? Thanks to the data leaks and the first trailer for GTA 6, diligent fans were able to uncover a location that will exist in the game. For a brief moment, the Gainesville Raceway was visible in the first trailer.

You can see the photo in the following Reddit post:

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The Raceway is a real drag racing track in northern Florida. Since the team at Rockstar has already implemented real locations in past GTA games, it’s likely that the racetrack will also find its way into the game. According to the thread creator, about 500 buildings and landmarks have already been identified.  

You can watch the trailer for GTA 6 here:

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Rockstar Games shows GTA 6 for the first time in the trailer

The new location would be perfect for GTA Online

What is so special about the place? The racetrack would likely be the perfect spot for many fans of GTA Online. A user in the Reddit forum mentions that the racetrack reminds them of the Sandy Shores Airfield, which also appeared in GTA 5 and GTA Online.

At the airfield, players can spawn helicopters. If the racetrack is indeed featured in GTA 6, players could spawn fast racing cars here or perhaps even compete in races against each other. One user at least hopes that car races can be held here.

When could new information about GTA 6 be released? The release of the first trailer was about 11 months ago. Many fans therefore hope that Rockstar will show another trailer soon. As a user on X speculates, that could indeed be the case.

Rockstar is reportedly holding its investors meeting on November 6, 2024. On the same day, about a year ago, the release of the first trailer was announced. It’s possible that an announcement directly following the investors meeting this year could bring joy to GTA 6 fans.

So far, the release of GTA 6 is planned for fall 2025. However, there are concerns that a delay to 2026 may be looming. According to a former employee of Rockstar, there could still be a postponement several months before the release: GTA 6: A former developer at Rockstar talks about a delay of the release date – could make you uncertain

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