Fortnite: Ninja believes that evil forces are stealing his views, but viewers explain his mistakes to him

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The Twitch streamer Tyler “Ninja” Blevins was a big deal in gaming in 2017 because he dominated the online shooter Fortnite. By 2024, he plays hardly any role anymore. He believes this is because he received a shadow ban on YouTube. But viewers see other reasons.

This is what Ninja believes: The streamer thinks he received a shadow ban on YouTube and therefore has significantly fewer viewers than before.

At his peak, 4 to 6 years ago, Ninja’s YouTube videos where he dominated Fortnite had views ranging from 17 to 51 million. His latest videos have views in the range of 124,000 to 230,000. Comparing the most extreme changes, that is a drop of 99.76 %.

For Ninja, it is clear: he received a shadow ban on YouTube years ago. He sees it as confirmation, as a viewer recently explained to him that he thought Ninja had quit YouTube because he suddenly was no longer seen in the video feed of the YouTube user.

What is a shadow ban? A shadow ban is a restriction on the reach of a content creator without them being notified. In a shadow ban on YouTube, the creator’s videos simply no longer appear in the feed of their followers. Their reach is limited.

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Viewers believe Ninja is still stuck in the past

What do others think? Ninja unfortunately has to listen to some rational explanations for the drop in viewers on X, formerly known as Twitter, which he probably wouldn’t appreciate:

He is told that he has less reach than before because his metrics are simply worse today. Because if people click less on his videos and watch him less, they are simply shown less. YouTube sees no reason in 2024 to promote and favor him as before.

Another explains to him: Ninja is stuck in time. He uploads too long clips – they have gone out of fashion. And gameplay clips like the ones he makes are more suitable for short formats. A currently trending YouTuber – PirateSoftware – uses the algorithm to their advantage.

A third one tells Ninja that he stopped watching his videos because he only complained about Fortnite or because he promised explanations about Fortnite in his videos but then only talked for 10 seconds and afterwards showed gameplay without commentary.

Others say that the mistake is that he still shows Fortnite at all while most others have long since left the game.

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The general opinion seems to be that the “meta” on YouTube has shifted in favor of short clips and that what worked 6 years ago simply doesn’t work anymore in 2024. Without dark powers playing a negative role here: Ninja and his friends became famous on Twitch with Fortnite – But now no one plays with him anymore

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Nintendo clashes with the Steam hit Palworld, even upsetting its own fans

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The survival game Palworld was a huge surprise hit on Steam and Xbox earlier this year. However, critics accused the creators of blatantly borrowing from Pokémon. Nintendo seems to agree, as they have now filed a lawsuit—much to the dismay of some fans.

What is the current status of Nintendo and Palworld? On September 18, 2024, Japan time, what was inevitable happened: Nintendo filed the long-overdue lawsuit against the “Pokémon with guns” Palworld in the Tokyo District Court.

The creators of Pokémon see their intellectual property violated, but many players do not appreciate this side of Nintendo.

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Fans say: Maybe create better games yourself

What does the community say? In the comments on posts on X, formerly Twitter, there is widespread astonishment that Nintendo did not take legal action much earlier. They had actually been waiting since Palworld first showed images of its survival game.

However, even though Nintendo’s decision is not surprising, that does not mean users agree with it. Nintendo receives a lot of criticism under their own post on X. Many players hope that the company does not succeed with its actions. They fear consequences for other small developers.

One user even goes so far as to say: “The world hopes you lose.” (via X)

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It also shows that many fans have been disappointed with the Pokémon games for years and are therefore yearning for alternatives that fulfill a similar need – such as Palworld. Our editor-in-chief Leya already stated in January: Palworld is where Pokémon should have been 5 years ago.

In many comments, one can find the sentiment that Nintendo is to blame for other developers using the tried-and-true monster-catching formula; they themselves have not made any good games in years. The time that is now being spent on a lawsuit should rather be invested in their own games, some users criticize.

There is a belief that Nintendo is taking action against successful competition so that people have no choice but to play their product (via X).

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Many Pokémon fans also like Palworld

Some fans are indeed on Nintendo’s side and believe Palworld copied too brazenly with too few original ideas. However, they get drowned out in the flood of negative comments.

Furthermore, other users point out that Nintendo is not suing because of the designs of the monsters, but is invoking patent law. This could create a dangerous precedent that could have implications for the gaming industry as a whole.

However, some creature collectors have still achieved success despite Nintendo’s watchful eyes. Here you can find 5 alternatives to Palworld and Pokémon.

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But even if Nintendo is right in this case, it does not mean much to some users. They fundamentally criticize the patenting of video game mechanics. Furthermore, it is simply not well-received when large companies use patents to bully smaller ones: Energy drink has been selling itself as a friend of gaming for years – now bullying a small indie developer

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EA FC 25: Ultimate Edition Benefits and Standard Edition Comparison

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EA Sports FC 25 is available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. MeinMMO explains the differences between the various pre-order editions and provides you with information about all prices and benefits.

When does EA Sports FC 25 come out? The official release of FC 25 is on September 27, 2024. It will be available for PC (Steam, Epic, EA App), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch.

Early Access started on Friday, September 20, 2024.

What editions are available? You can choose between the cheaper Standard Edition for at least €70 and the Ultimate Edition with some pre-order bonuses for at least €100 on the popular platforms (PC, Playstation, Xbox). If you pre-order the Ultimate Edition, you can also play 7 days earlier, starting from September 20.

Everything about the licenses in EA FC 25 can be found here: EA FC 25: All leagues, licenses, and competitions in overview

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Ultimate Edition offers additional pre-order bonuses

What does the EA Sports FC 25 Standard Edition offer? If you pre-order the Standard Edition, you will receive the following pre-order bonuses:

  • the base game
  • Loan player item for Football Ultimate Team
  • Ambassador loan item
  • Clubs playstyles slot
  • 250,000 Clubs coins
  • Player career personal points
  • 3 ICONs in the pro career
  • 5-star coach in management career
  • 5-star youth scout in management career

What are the benefits of the Ultimate Edition for FC 25? If you pre-order the Ultimate Edition, in addition to the contents of the Standard Edition, you will receive additional pre-order bonuses:

  • 7 days early access
  • 4,600 FC Points
  • Pro Evolution slot
  • Early access rush bonuses in Football Ultimate Team and Clubs (formerly Pro Clubs)
  • 3 additional Icons in career mode: David Beckham, Zinédine Zidane, Ronaldo

Everyone who pre-orders the Ultimate Edition by August 20, 2024, will receive a non-exchangeable one of the 13 new Heroes for Ultimate Team, which will receive an upgrade to the Prime version in November.

Is the Ultimate Edition worth it? Essentially, the Ultimate Edition is actually more interesting for UT players, as that is where most of the additional bonuses are aimed.

Overall, the biggest advantage of the Ultimate Edition is likely to be the early access. So if you want to gain an advantage in Ultimate Team by being able to earn your first rewards early, then the Ultimate Edition is the only option for that.

Speaking of rewards for Ultimate Team: You can earn them much better in FC 25 with your friends

If you can wait a bit and not just want to play Ultimate Team, but also value the career mode or Clubs, then the Standard Edition should be sufficient for you.

You can read more about further changes in career mode here:

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What does EA Sports FC 25 cost?

PC

  • EA FC 25 Standard Edition: €69.99 (via Steam, Epic, EA App)
  • EA FC 25 Ultimate Edition: €99.99 (via Steam, Epic, EA App)
  • the Ultimate Edition is included in EA Play Pro

PS4 & PS5

Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S

Nintendo Switch:

Here’s how to get the editions cheaper: If you are an EA Play subscriber, you will receive a 10% discount on all editions, provided your accounts are linked accordingly.

In terms of pricing, there is almost no change compared to the pre-order edition for FC 24. However, a lot is expected to change in EA Sports FC 25. If you want an overview of the main novelties, take a look here: EA FC 25: All information about release, price, and innovations

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„I almost quit streaming“ – German Twitch streamer recounts how his viewers saved him

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Metashi12 is today one of the most successful Twitch streamers in Germany, but his path to success was marked by setbacks and doubts. In a recently published TikTok, he openly talks about his difficult beginnings and the crucial moment that saved his career.

Who is the streamer? Metashi12 has been streaming on Twitch since at least 2016 and has been able to build a loyal and steadily growing community over the years. In the last three months, an average of over 3,500 viewers followed his streams (via Twitchtracker).

He is particularly known for his streams of the popular MMORPG World of Warcraft, which he has streamed for an impressive 6,500 hours. The survival game Rust is also a staple of his content, with over 2,000 hours streamed.

Even though it is his main content, WoW has often been declared dead:

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Metashi12 is now among the most successful channels on the streaming platform Twitch in Germany. He is currently ranked 27th, according to Twitchtracker. However, his path to success has been anything but easy. He also started from scratch and faced challenges that even made him doubt his career as a streamer.

What problem did the streamer have? Recently, Metashi12 posted a video on TikTok where he openly spoke about his streaming beginnings. The streamer shares that at the beginning, he struggled to settle down on a specific game or genre.

“I didn’t know what to play, at all. So I played everything,” he reflects. He mentions titles like Counter-Strike, Diablo, and League of Legends, but adds: “And it never led to anything.” Despite his efforts, the number of viewers stagnated at an average of 50 to 60, and he couldn’t achieve a decisive breakthrough.

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“Otherwise, I have to quit.”

What did the streamer set out to do? Even though Metashi12 today receives lucrative offers from Twitch and other partners, his situation back then looked very different. His financial difficulties brought him to the point of giving up streaming. “I have to say it as it is: I had a few people in the chat who saved my ass. They believed in me more than I believed in myself,” he shares.

According to him, these loyal viewers support him monthly through subscriptions and donations. Metashi12 particularly highlights Dulrich, who donated over 500 euros every month to ensure that he wouldn’t stop streaming. “That was unimaginable,” the streamer recalls.

Despite this help, he faced a difficult decision: to quit or to continue? He set himself one last goal: “I’ll try this for another month, otherwise I have to quit.”

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What happened next? Determined to bring about a change, Metashi12 asked himself the crucial question: “Which game do I love and probably know better than anyone else here?” The answer was clear to him: World of Warcraft.

From then on, he streamed only this game. “And this adjustment between WoW and timing just saved my ass at some point,” he says. After just one month, he reached 200 viewers for the first time – a milestone that marked the beginning of his rise. From that moment on, his community grew continuously and success followed shortly after.

Another German Twitch streamer has also focused on World of Warcraft. You can find out more about it here: “We’ve been waiting for 3 years, but you’re playing WoW rather than preparing” – Trymacs sends his Twitch colleague an angry voice message

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He was the creative head of the best DLC in Destiny, now he is the face of Sony’s flop on PS5 and Steam

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In 2016, a turning point occurred at Bungie. Many of the minds behind Destiny 1 left the studio, including Ryan Ellis. He was the Design Director for Destiny 1 – The Taken King, the best moment in the history of the shooter. Ellis worked as the head of Concord for the last 6 years. But that is over now since Sony’s shooter catastrophically failed on PS5 and Steam.

This is the story of Destiny: To this day, we do not know exactly why, but in May 2016, there was a break at Bungie. The break is so strange in hindsight because in September 2015, with “Destiny – The Taken King”, the shooter had actually reached its creative peak.

The originally planned version of Destiny 2, which was supposed to revolve around the character Mara Sov and had already been introduced to the fans, was discarded. The responsible game director left Bungie. This was followed by a hasty reboot of the game, which fell far short of fan expectations.

It was announced: Destiny would no longer be a shooter but “a hobby”; the planned paid expansions for 2016 were canceled. By January 2016, Destiny 2 had already been postponed by a year.

In May 2016, Bungie CEO Harold Ryan left the studio, where he had been for 16 years, and founded a new company. In the months and years that followed, several other key employees from Destiny 1 announced their departure from Bungie and joined their boss. He planned to develop several AAA multiplayer titles simultaneously in his new company and sell them to publishers.

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Ryan Ellis follows his boss to the new company, worked on Concord

He was one of the most important employees: Ryan Ellis had been working in a leadership position at Bungie since 2009. He was the “Technical Art Director” from 2009 to 2014 and even the Creative Director from September 2014.

In 2015, he worked as Design Director on The Taken King and also appeared publicly on behalf of Bungie, for example, in a video with Wil Wheaton (via youtube).

Ellis left Bungie in June 2016, just a month after Harold Ryan.

He followed his boss in January 2018 and joined as Game Director of the company “Probably Monsters”. He led the development of Concord, the new shooter, at the gaming studio “Firewalk Studio”, which was bought by Sony in 2023.

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Ellis is said to have poured all his love into Concord, now steps down as CEO

How has he fared now? After 6 years of work on Concord, it took only a few weeks after a catastrophic release, for Sony to remove the shooter from the market.

Since then, the studio “Firewalk” seems to be stuck in no man’s land. No one knows how things will proceed there. They are waiting for Sony’s decision, as Kotaku reports.

According to a report by Kotaku, Ryan Ellis informed the employees last week that he was stepping down from his position as Game Director and moving to a supportive role.

Kotaku quotes a former developer of Concord that Ryan strongly believed in Concord and thought the game brought players together. He is a great person with a big heart who invested a lot of himself into the game and took on a lot of stress: Why did Concord fail so badly on Steam and PS5 and cost Sony $250 million in a woke catastrophe?

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Hunt: Showdown forced players on Steam to play their new map, now an old map returns much better

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The first map in the history of Hunt: Showdown is back, and players are thrilled. The Stillwater Bayou not only looks significantly better now, but the developers have also tweaked a few other things.

What is it about? Hunt Showdown is an extraction shooter set in a dark western environment. The game was developed by the Germany-based studio Crytek. Your goal is to take down one of the bosses on the map and escape with a trophy. 

On September 18, the map that started it all, Stillwater Bayou, returned. It had been disabled and revamped in conjunction with the Engine update along with the maps Lawson Delta and DeSalle. As a result, players had no choice but to play on the new map, Mammons Gulch.

In a trailer, Crytek shows how the swamp looks compared to the old version.

You can watch this trailer here:

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Hunt: Showdown sends its hunters back to the Bayou

More environmental details and new possibilities

What does the trailer show? Hunt Showdown has never been an ugly game; however, the Bayou has never looked this good. With the upgrade to CryEngine 5.11, the lighting appears more realistic, there are many more details visible, and the water looks a lot better too.

Players are excited about returning to the swamp, as can be seen from the comments on the trailer on YouTube:

  • Soapymacncheeze: “Hunters, we are home”
  • soviettoaster_9323: “Ahh.. I missed you, Stillwater”
  • selemiago: “Looks beautiful!! Good to be home again! I can’t wait to see DeSalle and Lawson Delta….”

The Bayou also plays differently in certain areas. At second 52, the trailer shows an open door in the compound Blanchetts Grave, which used to be closed. Players will no longer be able to easily barricade themselves in the building, while attackers will receive a new access opportunity. 

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If you are among those who still long for a single-player campaign in Hunt: Showdown, you should take a look at Witchfire. We explain why here: If you like Hunt Showdown on Steam, you should check out Witchfire – Offers old firearms and witch hunting

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A player of EA FC 25 has a plan to play in peace – he just needs the signature

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The starting time of EA FC 25 is one of the big highlights for fans. Players invest a lot of time to test the new installment. A dedicated player has a plan to gain a little more freedom from his partner.

What is this plan? On X, user dariaxmri shared a document that she is holding. She writes: “My boyfriend just handed this to me???” The paper clearly shows the EA logo and the lettering FC 25. Below it is the heading “RELATIONSHIP AGREEMENT”:

https://twitter.com/dariaxmri/status/1836411714536915052

The agreement contains 7 points between the player and his girlfriend, which are supposed to take effect from the Early Access of EA FC 25 on September 20.

What plan does the player pursue? Ultimately, the agreements aim for the player to engage extensively and primarily with FC 25 without being disturbed. To that end, he proposes the following rules to his girlfriend:

  • For the period from September 20 to October 11, he can play as much and as often as he wants.
  • No disturbances such as running in front of the TV or hugging are allowed.
  • Love and affection can be made up for outside of game time.
  • After losses, the girlfriend should not say things like “It’s just a game”.
  • Events such as birthdays or dates must be clarified at least 3 days in advance.
  • Transactions on EA Sports should not be questioned.
  • In case of outbursts of anger and verbal outbursts due to FC 25, the girlfriend should ensure that the windows are closed.

The document could be confirmed by the signatures of both partners at the end. However, it is not clear from the post whether both partners have signed the paper by now.

MeinMMO wanted to know more specifically if both partners could agree on the terms and followed up with the couple.

Did he get his girlfriend’s signature? The sender of the X post, dariaxmri, told us that the agreement was meant more as a joke. Both are self-employed and really do not have time to game.

Therefore, such an agreement would be exaggerated.

If they do find time for video games, they play a few rounds of Fortnite together. Her boyfriend can also play one or two matches in EA FC without the agreement.

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Fans celebrate the player’s plan: “This is incredibly strong”

How do fans react? Under the post on X, comments are piling up that celebrate the player’s plan. We looked at the most relevant comments and present them to you:

  • User Marius has over 1,600 likes on one of the top comments: “This is incredibly strong” (via X)
  • “Important and right,” writes sandro. (via X)

User Don Rookie jokingly ponders how the player could get his girlfriend’s signature and has a suggestion for what he should say: “just sign, it’s nothing important” (via X).

By the way, the couple did not expect their post to go viral. They are taking most comments with humor.

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Even though the couple meant the agreement only jokingly, some fans seem to be inspired by the rules. Perhaps the document did find its way into some households after all. On MeinMMO, we have created a list of useful tips for the web app that is definitely intended to be more serious than the relationship agreement. EA FC 25: 6 Tips for the Web App – Here’s how to use it correctly

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The most watched movie on Netflix features swords, dragons, and nasty nobles in 2024

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Every year, great new movies are released, but especially when it comes to what is most watched on streaming platforms, there is little public data. However, Netflix has now revealed which film was watched the most worldwide on their platform in 2024.

Where do the data come from? While it is always very clear in cinemas which films are currently performing well, it is not always as transparent with streaming providers like Netflix and others. However, Netflix has now released a large amount of data.

This includes which film was watched the most on the platform from January to June 2024. A medieval fantasy film is in the lead by a good margin.

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Damsel is the most watched movie on Netflix and enchants viewers with a cool dragon in the trailer

Damsel throws you into the Middle Ages

What is the film about? The film “Damsel” is by far number 1 on Netflix. With over 143 million views worldwide, it is ahead of the film “Lift” with Kevin Hart.

In Damsel, we follow Elodie, daughter of Lord Bayford. The impoverished land nobleman is on the verge of ruin because the lands no longer yield any produce and firewood is running out for him and his subordinates.

Out of necessity, they decide to marry Elodie off to a distant land. Even though Elodie would have preferred to choose her partner herself, she faces her fate and travels to the distant land.

The rulers there have great wealth, which overwhelms the young noblewoman. However, she has no idea that it is all just a trap, as shortly after her wedding, she is thrown into the dragon’s lair as a sacrifice.

There, she encounters a fire-breathing dragon and realizes that she is not the first to experience this fate.

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How is the film received? The film has surprisingly mixed ratings on IMDb.com, as it has a rating of only 6.1 out of 10 stars. Users mention in their reviews that the film is quite nice, sufficient for a movie night, but not extremely well thought out or exciting.

On Reddit, users are reacting to the top spot on Netflix. They can hardly explain why exactly this film is in first place. The most popular theory involves a frequently overlooked target audience: children.

In the comments on Reddit, users such as DukeofVermont say: “And you don’t need that many kids, because they watch it a bit more than 25 times. Disney’s numbers are all films that kids watch over and over and over again.”

Whether children are really the reason why Damsel is in first place or if it’s due to the well-made dragon cannot be definitively clarified. However, it is still interesting that a rather mixed film reaches first place. In video games, this would likely be less conceivable, especially when looking at the developers of the legendary Skyrim: Skyrim developers talk about the pressure for Elder Scrolls 6 – employees “bury their heads in their hands and cry”

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Destiny 2 brings back the endgame goal that you will strive for in vain

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In the new episode of Destiny 2, you will have to farm top loot again, otherwise, you will quickly fall behind in endgame activities.

What brings Destiny 2 back? Bungie announced in the latest “This Week in Destiny” that the regular increase of the power level will return.

Until Lightfall, Destiny increased the power level by 10 levels every season. Players had to engage in specific activities such as raids, dungeons, and exotic missions to farm top loot and thus increase their power level.

It was only possible to reach the power level cap (hard cap) that increased every season with top loot. However, this has not been the case lately; the current hard cap has been at 2000 since the release of “The Final Shape”.

So, in the upcoming episodes, you will have to grind regularly again and try to reach the new hard cap and adjust your weapons with god rolls to the current limit.

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New Episode Brings Back the Grind

When does the top loot cap return? According to Bungie, the regular increase of the hard cap will return in October with the upcoming episode “Returners”.

The episode starts on October 8, 2024.

In the following episode “Heresy“, the hard cap is also supposed to increase.

What do the different caps look like in the upcoming episode? Compared to The Final Shape, there will be only small changes to the caps.

  • The hard cap in the episode Returners will be 2010.
  • The powerful cap will then be 2000.
  • The soft cap will be 1950.
  • The power floor will still be 1900.
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When the episode “Returners” starts, the raised power level cap could play a significant role in the new dungeon that comes with the episode.

Bungie explained that the new dungeon will start on October 11 with a contest mode. This particular challenge was previously only available for new raids: Destiny 2 is getting a new dungeon that offers you a unique challenge for the first time

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Twitch Streamer praises EA FC 25: “I haven’t had so much fun with gameplay in years”

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The first streamers are already playing the new EA FC 25. One of the most popular content creators for EA FC is having a great time with the new gameplay. Especially one aspect stands out positively to him.

What kind of streamer is he? Simon Schildgen, aka GamerBrother, is one of the most successful streamers for EA FC in Germany and worldwide. For over 10 years, he has been providing new content in the form of streams or videos about EA Sports’ football simulations every week.

As a partner of EA, he was allowed to test the new installment two days before the Early Access for FC 25. Initially, GamerBrother took the time to open the first packs and assemble a starter team along with a new tactic.

Tips for building your first team in FC 25 can be found on MeinMMO: EA FC 25: Squad Builder – Comparison and guide for your perfect team

After that, he played his first matches in FC 25. In the Division Rivals, a mode in Ultimate Team, he was able to familiarize himself with the new gameplay mechanics against real opponents. And what he was able to see and test there pleased him a lot.

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GamerBrother praises the defense, especially a new foul

After a few matches, the content creator summarized his initial impressions: “I haven’t had this much fun with the gameplay at release in years.”

What does GamerBrother like about the new gameplay? He is particularly taken with the defense. It feels “clean” to him. By that, he means that the defensive actions have a clear outcome and that there are not as many random events (unclean receptions, corrected passes) as in the previous installments.

As an example, he mentioned how well anticipation, that is, predicting the opponent’s moves, would work. For instance, if one positions oneself in the passing lane of the opponent, the success rate of winning the ball and retaining it in one’s possession is very high.

One of his live viewers also noticed this innovation. He wrote, “Defending is now more rewarding.” GamerBrother could only agree with this statement.

What GamerBrother particularly enjoyed about defending: The streamer developed a mischievous delight when he discovered the tactical foul, a new feature in FC 25.

If one uses the tactical foul against their opponent and hits them, it guarantees to take the opposing player down.

On one hand, one can effectively prevent dangerous attacks from the opponent. On the other hand, this foul is penalized with at least a yellow card and should be used sparingly if one doesn’t want to risk a second yellow card and thus a sending-off.

GamerBrother was not that cautious, though. In this clip, he shows how one should not necessarily apply the new tactical foul:

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However, GamerBrother enjoyed it so much that shortly after, he had to play with a man down after committing two such tactical fouls with the same player. But that did not dampen his joy, as by that time he had already decided the game with a several-goal lead.

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What else did GamerBrother notice about the gameplay? Throughout the stream, the content creator repeatedly mixed in his opinions about the innovations he perceived. These included:

  • the playstyles introduced in FC 24 are very important again
  • the dribbling feels different
  • the AI defense acts very cleverly, making many right decisions

After the first hours of FC 25, GamerBrother could hardly wait to play the game again the next day. Many players are probably already looking forward to September 20th, as from then on, preorders of the Ultimate Edition will also be able to start the new season. With a trick, you might even be able to play even earlier: EA FC 25 starts tomorrow, here’s how to play today with a trick

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A free anime RPG on PS5 now sells a version for 45 euros and sparks discussions

Nathalie Schnee Nathalie Schnee Reading time 3 minutes

The anime RPG Honkai: Star Rail is a free game, but the developers are now selling a physical version for the PlayStation 5 for around 45 euros.

What is being sold? Honkai: Star Rail can be downloaded for free on PC, mobile, and PlayStation 5. However, a physical version of the game for around 45 euros is expected to be released in the first quarter of 2025. This will include a physical Blu-ray disc and case of the game for the PlayStation 5.

But that’s not all. The package will also include additional content,

  • nine holographic cards
  • two limited edition keychains of the Trailblazers in chibi version,
  • one limited edition postcard
  • a voucher code that can be redeemed in the game for exclusive items.

Is there a catch? Yes, the items are only sold in Canada, the USA, Mexico, Japan, France, Hong Kong – China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.

Impressive action awaits you in the anime RPG Honkai: Star Rail

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The physical version sparks discussions

Is the price justified? An online debate has erupted over whether the price of the physical version of Honkai: Star Rail corresponds to the value of its content. Since the game is actually a free title, a price tag for the game seems unjustified at first glance.

However, the concept of selling physical versions of free titles is not new. Games like Fortnite have long established this practice. Typically, these offers include cosmetic items and in-game currency.

The package of Honkai: Star Rail also contains a number of merchandise items that can quickly reach high prices when sold individually. For example, keychains are sold between 10 and 20 euros in the official merch shop of miHoYo. Thus, just through the keychains, the physical PlayStation package gains significant value.

However, uncertainty still surrounds the voucher code, which could sway the debate.

Later this year, more information about the package is expected.

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What do the players think about it? There is a divide among the player base. Many don’t understand the purpose behind the product. Why pay for something that can be played for free? The extras are only for collectors anyway. Others, however, are excited about the package or are already familiar with this type of product from other game titles:

  • DivinePotatoe is surprised (via Reddit): “This seems… super arbitrary? Don’t get me wrong, if you start with HSR now and play through to the current content, that’s a lot of content for 40 dollars, but you can also just… play it for free? I don’t think a few keychains and cards make up for that fact. […] it just seems like a strange, overpriced collector’s item.”
  • Jakad is upset (via Reddit): “What a scam. If the exclusive items included aren’t godlike, you’re paying 40 dollars for 9 cards and 2 keychains. And a box to put on the shelf.”
  • Mr_-_Avocado refutes (via Reddit): “Physical editions for free games are not uncommon. Fortnite also got one, for example.”
  • NoNefariousness2144 is excited (via Reddit): “This could be really cool, especially since this is one of my favorite games.”
  • Timey16 speculates (via Reddit): “Maybe it includes special starter pack codes for certain characters that you can then get for free, so newbies can catch up with the current content?”

It remains to be seen whether the package will be worth it or not. In Germany, the package is currently not available. It is also uncertain whether the voucher code could be redeemed here. A Chinese player shows what else one can spend money on in Honkai: Star Rail: A player of an anime RPG has clearly too much money and time.

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Riot presents official power ranking of the best teams in LoL, but it immediately sparks controversy

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Riot Games today, on September 19th, presented an official global power ranking of 80 professional teams in League of Legends . The strength of the teams is ranked according to an ELO principle. While the top spots are relatively clear, there is already controversy at position 5. For there, a European team, G2, has landed ahead of T1 and Faker, the current world champions in LoL. Additionally, US fans are upset that their teams are ranked so low.

How is the power ranking established? The power ranking is established based on an ELO principle. This takes into account the strength of the team as well as that of the league. The evaluation criteria include which other teams were won against and how strong they are rated.

For the league evaluation, Riot Games includes results from the last 3 years, while for the team evaluation, results from the last 2 years are considered. Furthermore, each match is assessed; thus, a 2-3 loss is valued higher than a 0-3 defeat. International victories have a greater impact on the ELO rating than national victories.

Riot Games states that it thoroughly tested the results and believes the values reflect reality well. You can read the foundations for the power ranking in LoL here (via lolesports).

He and T1 are only in 6th place, still behind G2 and Caps:

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The top teams from Asia dominate, but the pride of Europe comes in at 5th

Who are the best teams in the power ranking?

The top 6 positions are held by:

  • Gen G. with 43-3  – Korea
  • Bilbili Gaming with 36-5 – China
  • Hanwha Life Esports with 34-10 – Korea
  • Top Esports with 32-11 – China
  • G2 with 38-11 – Europe
  • T1 with 36-17 – Korea

You can see the entire power ranking here (via lolesports).

Riot Games rates the major leagues as follows:

  • Korea, LCK – 1946
  • China, LPL – 1830
  • Europe, LEC – 1600
  • USA, LCS – 1493

What about teams from Europe and the USA? G2 is ranked quite high at 5th. Fnatic comes in at 13th.

The first US team enters at 14th with Team Liquid, while the current LEC champion FlyQuest lands in 16th.

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The Power Rankings in LoL place Caps above Faker

How do the official power rankings differ from others? The “actual” power rankings that bookmakers refer to, for example, to assess who will win the LoL Worlds 2024, see the 8 teams from Asia participating in the Worlds as all stronger than the teams in the West.

While there is general agreement on the top spots, teams like G2 or DK Plus, which were strong in the past but had to let go of good players, fare better in the official power ranking than in reality.

World Champion tied with a weak US team

What are the points of contention? On reddit, mainly fans of US teams are present. Here, they discuss that the US team Team Liquid is ranked below the EU team Fnatic.

Additionally, the fact that G2 is placed ahead of T1, the world champions from 2023, raises some eyebrows. T1 had to face teams from the top 10 to qualify for the Worlds, while G2 only needed to beat the number 13 and 27 in the world to qualify for the Worlds.

It is considered particularly absurd that the 2022 world champion DRX achieved the same score as the mediocre US team Shopify Rebellion and is only one place higher than Dignity, which is generally regarded as the weakest, because stingiest US team.

However, DRX collapsed after the 2022 World Championship title and lost almost all players. In the current Summer Split 2024 of the LCK, they were at 4-14 in second to last place. And the results from 2022 no longer count for the team’s evaluation, but only for the league’s strength.

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Pure mathematical rating does not reflect the true “power”

This is explained as follows: Such an ELO ranking is purely mathematical and reflects the poor results of US teams in recent years, while European teams have managed to achieve at least honorable successes against Asian teams repeatedly. Therefore, the European league is rated higher than that of the USA.

However, it is criticized that “power ranking” is actually the wrong name for such an ELO system, as it ultimately reflects historical performances and not the “current power measure”.

Considering history is challenging in LoL because many teams interchange numerous players year after year, sometimes even the entire team.

If you would like to read who, according to bookmakers, is currently the strongest team in League of Legends and has the highest probability of winning the LoL Worlds 2024, we recommend this article: Who will win the LoL Worlds 2024? Two professionals aim to finally replace Faker

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EA FC 25: What does the plus mean for my player?

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

In EA FC 25 you can now find a Plus on some player cards in Ultimate Team. What is it? 

Where is the Plus? When you open your team in Ultimate Team, you will see Plus signs on various player cards. As of now, there are the following options:

  • No Plus
  • One Plus
  • Two Plus signs

These Plus signs can be found next to the position of your player card.

What does the Plus mean? The Plus is part of the new professional roles feature, which is a part of the new FC IQ. All players in FC 25 can fill different roles in their position, which are divided into three focuses.

These roles determine how the players move off the ball. This means that depending on the roles you assign to your cards, the behavior of the individual player and thus the entire team will change.

All players can fill all roles in their position, but to varying degrees: The Plus indicates the familiarity your card has with the respective role. The player roles are based on real data.

Player role EA FC 25
You can assign different roles

This means that your card can fill a role with one Plus more effectively than a role without Plus. And the role with double Plus is mastered best by the card. 

However, it should also be noted that EA explicitly points out in the pitch notes that you should not necessarily build your team around ++ roles. The base roles should already make a significant difference and have an impact on your tactics.

Overall, this gives you more individual options for team formation. So, you might want to look not only at the best ratings in EA FC 25 but also at how the players fit into your playing style.

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What player roles are there in EA FC 25?

These are the roles: Currently, there are a total of 31 roles in Ultimate Team, each with different weighting that you can choose from. A detailed explanation of the roles can be found in the game when you want to define your roles.

Where do I set the roles? You can find them in your team overview when you go to set tactics. Depending on the player card, you can see which roles they can fill particularly well.

In the tactics menu, you can simulate on the activity map which areas your player covers in their role and how the player roles change your formation during ball possession.

Alternatively, you can check the roles in the player biography, but you cannot set them there. Both can also be done in the web app for FC 25.

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What roles are there? Here you will find the currently presented list of player roles from EA FC 25 (via ea.com):

  • GK
    • GK – Defense | Balanced
    • Libero – Balanced
  • RB | LB
    • Fullback – Defense | Balanced
    • Wingback – Balanced
    • Falseback – Defense | Balanced
    • Offensive Wingback – Balanced | Attack
  • CB
    • Defense – Defense | Balanced
    • Stopper – Balanced
    • Playing Defender – Defense | Build-Up
  • CDM
    • Shield – Defense | Freedom of Movement
    • Center Back – Defense
    • Deep Lying Playmaker – Defense | Freedom of Movement
  • CM
    • Box-to-Box – Balanced
    • Shield – Defense
    • Deep Lying Playmaker – Defense
    • Engine – Attack | Freedom of Movement
    • Half Wing – Balanced | Attack
  • RM | LM
    • Wing – Balanced | Attack
    • Wing Midfielder – Defense | Balanced
    • Wing Engine – Attack
    • Inside Forward – Balanced | Attack
  • CAM
    • Engine – Balanced | Freedom of Movement
    • Shadow Striker – Attack
    • Half Wing – Balanced | Attack
  • RF | LF
    • Wing – Balanced | Attack
    • Inside Forward – Balanced | Attack | Freedom of Movement
    • Wing Engine – Attack
  • ST
    • Target Man – Attack | Complete
    • Finisher – Attack
    • False 9 – Build-Up
    • Outlet – Balanced | Attack | Wing

What formations and player roles do you use? Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments!

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Twitch streamer clashes with the most chill people ever – bad mistake

Lydia Lydia Reading time 2 minutes

The streamer ELoTRiX is known for his rants on Twitch. A recent outburst was not actually intended for the public and is now causing a discussion.

What does ELoTRiX have against smokers? During a joint stream with fellow content creator MontanaBlack, ELoTRiX apparently felt disturbed by the marijuana consumption of MontanaBlack’s staff. He said the smell made him feel sick and gave him headaches, according to the streamer.

In the background, ELoTRiX can be heard calling the staff member a “smoking loser” and complaining about “damn smokers”. The relevant stream clip was posted on September 18, 2024, on X, where it sparked a discussion.

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What is being discussed? ELoTRiX’s comments are received very differently. Some users are also critical of (excessive) drug use and agree with the streamer. Others find such generalizations unfair and speak of hypocrisy: Those who are against marijuana must also be against alcohol.

A user named “Cannasseur” whose profile picture features a cannabis leaf writes: “Says the one who is paid by the money of small children and has no real job.” (via X)

Another comments: “I occasionally enjoy smoking a joint, but ELoTRiX is simply right here.” (via X)

In another clip, ELoTRiX admits that his comments were probably not intended for the public: He had tried to mute his microphone. Apparently, that didn’t quite work out.

The streamer also explains that the staff member had smoked 6–8 joints in 4–5 hours while working. He no longer considers that to be healthy consumption. You can watch the clip here:

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ELoTRiX believes that most people defending the staff member also smoke a lot. He doesn’t seem to care much about criticism from that direction. Even in the comments under this clip, the streamer receives a lot of support.

Nevertheless, ELoTRiX seems at least somewhat understanding; the insult did not have to be said. Allegedly, he has also apologized to the staff member for it (via X).

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Player Treats Himself to a Powerful Gaming PC for 5,000 Euros After 17 Years – Just to Play LoL with It

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

A player proudly presents his new gaming setup. And the hardware is the best you can currently buy. Only with his gaming choice does he surprise many from the community. But he justifies himself that new games are coming soon.

What has the player bought? A player reports on reddit that after 17 years he has finally acquired a gaming PC. And the specifications of the computer are really impressive as he spared no expense:

  • CPU: Ryzen 9 7950X3D
  • Graphics card: MSI RTX 4090 Gaming Slim 24G
  • RAM: 96 GB of memory
  • Mainboard: ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X670e Hero

With the Ryzen 9 7950X3D and the RTX 4090, he has equipped himself with the fastest gaming hardware available. Overall, he shares in another post that he spent around 5,000 euros for the entire system, including mouse, keyboard, and monitor. By the way, he bought the system in Europe.

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What is the community joking about? In the picture, not only is his new high-end setup visible, but also his current game. And that is League of Legends. A game for which you really don’t need a high-end PC. So someone writes:

And you decide to play LoL with it…. Tough luck.

Jokes aside, the machine looks like a beast, which server are you playing on?

Another person comments: “A Ryzen 7950x3d, 96 GB RAM and an [RTX] 4090 for League?”

What does the buyer say about it? He justifies himself for the powerful PC. He explains that he wouldn’t just play League of Legends, but also demanding games like Black Myth: Wukong or Cyberpunk 2077.

And he also wants to be prepared for the release of GTA 6. But even LoL would feel really good on such a machine:

My friends also criticize me for it, but I also play high-end games like Wukong and Cyberpunk [2077], but that [the machine] prepares me for GTA 6. Playing on Ultra Smoothly is very satisfying. In LoL, I play on EUW servers.

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Waiting to buy new hardware until GTA VI is actually released?

When does GTA VI even come out? Some users speculate whether it would have been wiser to wait to buy a new gaming PC if he really wants to play GTA 6. Because the release date of the new GTA is still far from clear and certain: Currently, a release is expected in the fall of 2025 or even a delay to 2026 has been mentioned.

What hardware is still coming? By then, both Nvidia and AMD are expected to release new graphics cards. There are speculations that Nvidia’s 5000 series should be launched next year. And the RTX 5090 is said to achieve the biggest performance leap according to leaks. However, this is as vague as the release date for GTA VI.

With a high-end system like the player’s, featuring a Ryzen 9 7950X3D and RTX 4090, he is unlikely to have any problems with a blockbuster like GTA VI in the future.

What hardware do you need for GTA VI? The hardware requirements for GTA VI are also not known yet. How demanding the new game from 2K and Rockstar will be is still not known today, and we can only speculate about what graphics card we will need for GTA VI. An expert claims at least that the PS5 Pro is unlikely to be fast enough: Will the PS5 Pro for 800 € manage to show GTA 6 at 60 FPS? That’s what an expert says

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Everyone loves the new Dragon Age, but two opinion leaders are ranting: “Woker than you think”

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The first previews of Dragon Age: The Veilguard have been released. Many gaming journalists who have seen it rave about the new role-playing game, calling it a contender for “Game of the Year,” but criticism is already echoing from one corner of the internet. The game is said to be too “woke,” lament the new representatives of GamerGate on Twitter and Twitch. The discontent stems from details in the character editor.

The general mood towards Dragon Age: The Veilguard is as follows: The international gaming press has already had a look at the new role-playing game at exclusive events:

  • MeinMMO writes: Veilguard is a game that “only BioWare could make”
  • GameStar says: In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, there is surprisingly much that we have missed from BioWare for so long
  • IGN praises: BioWare has nailed the character creator I have always wanted
  • PC Gamer raves: After 6 hours of gameplay, I have regained hope that trailers have never given me: This is the BioWare comeback players wanted
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Many are looking forward to the new information about Dragon Age

What are fans saying? Fans are also quite taken with the first impressions. Readers write on MeinMMO:

“What I see so far is extremely pleasing. I am very excited” (Mithrandir)

“I am so ready to return to Thedas.” (CandyAndyDE)

“I remain skeptically curious […] I would love to love it already, because excitement is the greatest joy, but I hold back until 1-2 weeks after the release.” (Geroniax)

On reddit, players are judging:

“It’s completely crazy how BioWare goes from miserable hair selection options to 88 (!) different hairstyles in Veilguard”

“I refuse to get too excited; I’ve been disappointed too often. I will wait until it comes out and then check it out, but … it looks very promising.”

“Pretty unanimous praise that BioWare is finding its way back to form and developing the game that one could expect from them at their peak.”

So the general mood can be summarized as: Confident, despite skepticism after games like Anthem.

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“Woker than you think”

Who has a problem with the game? The Twitch streamer Asmongold and the game developer Mark Kern, both present on Twitter, find options in character creation that they can criticize because they are seen as “too woke”.

Mark Kern is a game developer who worked on WoW years ago but then switched to the MMO Firefall, where he was infamously fired. He is now active on Twitter, where he criticizes games and developers that he believes are “woke.” His views are often echoed by Twitch streamer Asmongold, who gives them significant reach.

In the character editor, there is an option to display surgical scars in the chest area. This is seen as a sign that the character once had breasts which were surgically removed. The option therefore cosmetically displays that the created character is trans.

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Mark Kern criticizes,

  • that “the butt of the female models is too flat” even setting it to 100% would still result in too flat a butt
  • “women look like men”
  • there are cellulite and pigmentation disorders in the game

Mark Kern accuses the developers of making the game “Woker than you think” and introducing “fetishes” into the game.

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Asmongold calls BioWare intellectually bankrupt

Asmongold titles as usual understated “BioWare is F*cked” (via youtube) and complains about exactly the things that Kern addresses.

He calls the scars “intellectually bankrupt” – in the world of BioWare there should be magic. It is “completely crazy” that in the world of Dragon Age, the same surgical methods would be used to remove breasts as in our world.

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Twitch streamer Asmongold discusses the option to display surgical scars.

And also the butts are too small

People could transform into animals in the world of Dragon Age, but not into another gender? Asmongold finds this a superficial appeasement to transgender people. He cannot speak for transgender people, but he can speak for many people with scars. No one wants scars.

Furthermore, the butt slider is “painfully conservative”. The video has received 412,000 views in 8 hours

Comments complain about “de-sexualized figures”

The mood in the comments sounds like in Stellar Blade: Asian developers made attractive, sexy women – Western developers focused on scars. They talk about a “de-sexualization” of the characters.

This is a “normalization of madness”.

Well, we probably know what the next target of the GamerGate corner will be. In recent weeks, they have taken aim at anyone who dared to look even slightly in the direction of Stellar Blade or Black Myth: Wukong – and of course, they had Concord in their sights: Why did Concord fail so badly on Steam and PS5 and waste Sony 250 million $ on a woke catastrophe?

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The strongest and most evil weapon in Baldur’s Gate 3 is a child

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

In Baldur’s Gate 3, you can become immortal and unstoppable – but to do so, you must commit one of the most evil acts possible.

In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are many hidden ways to gain some character power. But did you know that there is even a way to kill nearly all enemies in Act 1 and Act 2 without ever having to engage in combat yourself? This can be done with a nasty trick – for which you have to be utterly evil and not shy away from using children’s corpses for your purposes.

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What is this trick? As the YouTuber Toyhouze demonstrates in a short TikTok clip, you can kill most enemies in Baldur’s Gate 3 in the first two acts without actually fighting them. For this, you only have to be ruthless – because you first need to kill a child and then resurrect them with spore necromancy.

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This refers to the girl Arabella, who is accused of stealing something in the druid grove. As soon as the dialogue triggers, you have the chance to save the child – or ensure that she dies.

  • Let Arabella die and then steal her corpse.
  • Take the corpse into the Underdark.
  • Find Glut and go on his quest.
  • Glut can use characters as spore servants – including Arabella.
  • Revive Arabella and enjoy having an undead child in your party.

Actually, Glut is limited to the Underdark, including his spore servants. However, there are several different exploits that can make Glut (and thus Arabella) leave the first act and stay with you for almost the entire duration of the second act. The simplest method is detailed by the YouTuber RageGamingVideos:

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The short version is that you trigger a special cutscene with Arabella, which sends Glut to your camp. Then, you use Arabella as an “Improvised Weapon” (as if you wanted to ‘strike’ with Arabella) and leave the camp. You can see the entire process in the video.

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Why is Arabella immortal? This is because children in Baldur’s Gate 3 generally – with very few exceptions – cannot die in combat. Better yet, they cannot properly join fights at all. Because as soon as a fight starts, child characters usually just flee the battlefield, ignoring any applicable rules. They don’t need to wait for their turn – they simply run away and disappear without being part of the fight.

This also applies in reverse. If a child ever attacks, they also do not enter the fight – and victims do not fight back. Therefore, a Zombie-Arabella can attack and defeat anything and anyone before a fight ever breaks out.

However, to ensure that Arabella deals enough damage, you should equip her with potions beforehand – otherwise, she simply strikes “like a girl” – which she actually is.

This is surely one of the darkest methods by which you can activate a pretty “Easy Mode” in Baldur’s Gate 3 – at least for the first two-thirds of the game. Right now, with the new Patch 7 and the dark endings, it might be worth replaying Baldur’s Gate 3.

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The MMORPG Tarisland is coming to Steam – Brings a new area and a familiar boss with it

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In the MMORPG Tarisland, preparations for the new season are in full swing. In a developer update, they recently showcased areas of the new map that are set to launch with the Steam release. A familiar boss is also making a comeback.

What kind of area is this? In the MMORPG Tarisland, instead of large updates once a year, there is a fresh season every few months that brings not only a new battle pass but also many new contents. After the game launched in Season 0, it will continue in October with Season 1 “Blight Dragon Elegy”.

For the next season, the developers have announced not only new dungeons, raids, and a new skill system but also a new map with some areas that will transport us to a wintery snow landscape. Now the developers are revealing the first details about it.

Here you can watch the trailer for the new season of Tarisland:

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Tarisland shows its Season 1 in the new trailer

Snow, Ice, and Lava characterize the new area

What does the new map offer? The new map, which is set to be released simultaneously with the game on Steam, features a wintery snow landscape that represents the home of the people of the Kingdom of Grenny. They endure the harsh climate and are known for their seafaring and hunting skills.

The Snow Leopard Clan also resides in the snowy north. They were there before the humans and survive the winter temperatures thanks to their thick fur. Their settlements are made of animal bones and have always been in tune with nature. They can be found mainly in the southwest of the ice field.

But many dangers also lurk in the new area. Hot lava flows through the cold barren world, coming from an active underwater volcano. The lava has formed an island where an old acquaintance can be found.

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Who awaits on the lava island? The lava island is home to an old raid boss from Season 0, the Monarch of Omen. He is recovering there from the lost battle against the players and is plotting his revenge.

His parasitic abilities allow him to regenerate and survive repeatedly. On the lava island, he also uses the energy of the volcano by absorbing the fury and power of the erupting lava to strengthen himself.

The players will have to figure out how to defeat the Monarch of Omen once and for all before facing the battle against the raid boss. The boss is just one of a total of 20 that are set to join with Season 1 in Tarisland: The new season of Tarisland brings 20 new bosses, but you’ll have to wait a long time

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By shattering his seven-year-old daughter’s dream, Mark Zuckerberg gave her the best advice ever

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

Facebook founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was asked for advice for founders. He shared an anecdote about his second oldest daughter.

The CEO of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, recently shared an anecdote about his seven-year-old daughter August and her childhood dream. He has a total of three daughters, and August Chan is his second oldest child. His youngest child was born in 2023.

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Zuckerberg’s daughter wants to be like a famous singer, but that’s not possible

What was Zuckerberg asked? During his recent appearance on the podcast Acquired, the billionaire was asked what advice he would give to today’s founders so they don’t sound like him from 2004. The podcast refers to the fact that Zuckerberg launched Facebook in 2004.

What did Zuckerberg say? In the podcast, he then tells the following anecdote:

One day, we took my daughter to a Taylor Swift concert, and she said, “You know, Dad, I want to be like Taylor Swift when I grow up.” I replied, “But you can’t. That’s not possible.” She thought about it and said, “Well, when I grow up, I want people to want to be like August Chan Zuckerberg.” And I replied, “Great! Great!”

He then explained, to emphasize his anecdote, that the best advice he can give to anyone wanting to become an entrepreneur is to be original.

By encouraging his daughter to pursue her dreams and not to copy others, the Meta CEO shows that he values teaching values like creativity, ambition, and independence. This small event is a reminder that even the greatest personalities have idols and dreams they pursue.

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Developer of an indie gem on Steam changes the name of his game – But a shooter with Marvel heroes ruins his plans

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Imagine you invest a lot of time developing your game, the assets and promotional materials are ready – but just before the release on Steam, another game throws a wrench in the works. This recently happened to the developer of Rivals of Aether II.

What game are we talking about? Rivals of Aether II is a fighting game scheduled to be released on Steam on October 24, 2024. The predecessor enjoys an “extremely positive” rating of 97% on Steam and is considered a hidden gem.

However, just before release, the developer realized that his game bears an unfortunate resemblance to an upcoming NetEase title.

Warning, potential confusion? Marvel Rivals is an upcoming hero shooter.

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English trailer of the PvP shooter Marvel Rivals

Name change has unforeseen consequences

What was the problem? Studio head Dan Fornace wanted to deviate from the previous naming convention for his new game. The sequel to Rivals of Aether was to be called simply “Rivals 2.” Under this name, they had already held a beta weekend (via X).

The previous marketing was built around the name, and the new logo is prominently placed everywhere:

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However, Rivals 2 faced unexpected competition in the form of a 6v6 shooter with superheroes. Marvel Rivals is a hero shooter by NetEase that is set to launch on December 6, 2024.

As the shooter reportedly turns out to be surprisingly good (according to first players via Reddit) – and does not fade away into obscurity – the name similarity certainly poses a problem for Fornace. To make matters worse, the font of Rivals 2 also resembled that of Marvel Rivals.

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That a Marvel game inspired by Overwatch would throw a wrench in his plans was something he did not expect for 2024, the developer noted in a post in August – just about 2 months before his game was supposed to come out (via X).

Fans say: The old name was better anyway

So what to do? Quite simple: Rivals 2 is now back to being Rivals of Aether II and has a new logo that clearly emphasizes the “Aether.” Here you can see the direct comparison:

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Fornace writes: “The feeling when you have to rename your entire game a month before release because Marvel Rivals is actually a good game.” The studio likely faced considerable effort and stress due to the last-minute renaming.

The new, old name, on the other hand, is well received by fans. Many write that they actually preferred the original title and understood why the “Aether” should be dropped. Over time, players would probably shorten the name to “Rivals” on their own anyway, one fan writes (via X). In addition, there is still the acronym “RoA.”

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Most developers certainly do not take the decision to rename their game lightly. After all, one risks losing brand recognition, and marketing materials and assets may need to be laboriously recreated. However, one seems to take it a bit more lightly: Developer curses while changing the name of his game due to player annoyance – now he changes it a second time

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