New anime adaptation awakens anticipation among fans: “Finally, the best hitman comes to real life”

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 2 minutes

Anime adaptations have a difficult reputation. Often, the adaptations fail to capture the magic of the original. However, there are also positive examples, and a forthcoming film is already getting fans excited with a short teaser.

Which film is it about? On April 29, 2026, the live-action adaptation of Sakamoto Days will be released in Japan. The manga already received an anime adaptation on Netflix in 2025. Sakamoto Days follows Taro Sakamoto. Once, he was a legendary hitman, but after falling in love, he started a family and lived a simple life as a shopkeeper.

But his reputation precedes him, and he is regularly attacked by other killers. Although he is no longer in top physical shape, he has not lost his skills.

Despite the fact that anime adaptations are often received critically (One Piece is one of the few exceptions), the teaser is well-received.

You can find a trailer for the anime here:

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Sakamoto Days: A former killer who never truly finds peace

Not too realistic, but suitably silly

How does the community react to the teaser? On February 4, AnimeTV released a teaser for the adaptation on x.com. In just 30 seconds, you can see brief snippets of Sakamoto’s daily life, as well as many action scenes. Although some comments are skeptical because it’s an anime adaptation, the teaser seems to be well-received.

So writes @_0_anime_0_ (source: x.com), that live-action adaptations are a gamble, but the trailer looks promising. Other users like @Laphrydae (source: x.com) praise the portrayal of the characters. For @AINumenor (source: x.com), it is clear: Finally, the best hitman comes to real life.

You can watch the teaser here (unfortunately only in Japanese):

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The teaser shows: One does not take oneself seriously, and that’s a good thing

What does MeinMMO film editor Nikolas Hernes say about the teaser? I haven’t seen the anime myself, but as a fan of Japanese action films, the teaser caught my attention. Yes, it looks silly, but that is exactly what I want in such an adaptation.

In the teaser, I particularly like the camera work, such as when a bullet flies towards Sakamoto’s glasses. If the fight scenes can convince despite the exaggerated effects, this will be a solid action film that is interesting not just for anime fans.

The premise and costumes already show that there will likely be much fun. However, this is based only on the first scenes of the teaser, so one should still be cautious.

When will the film be released in Germany? The Japanese release is on April 29, 2026; for a German version, one will likely have to wait a bit longer. From experience, anime adaptations usually start in our cinemas only in a limited way or directly as DVD, Blu-ray, or streaming.

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You won’t have to wait too long for the 2nd season of the Netflix series for One Piece. Starting in March, the Straw Hat’s adventure continues, and MeinMMO editor Nikolas Hernes is already looking forward to traveling the Grand Line again: After 20 years, One Piece has lost me, but the Netflix series brings back the greatest strength

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Player crowns the 100 best games of all time, but the list cannot be right: A legendary strategy game is missing

Ody Ody Reading time 3 minutes

A player has gone the extra mile to create a list of the 100 best games of all time. MeinMMO author Ody explains why it can’t be right.

Trying to crown the best games of all time is always a massive undertaking. Since the advent of video games, countless titles have been released that differ significantly from one another: How do you decide whether a story-driven RPG is better than a strategy game?

A player thought that the best way to solve this problem was with a dataset as large as possible: Reddit user IlmeniAVG collected and compared over 900 lists to determine the truly best games of all time. You can read how the user compiled this list in his Reddit post on r/gaming. There, he scientifically disclosed data sources and methodology. 

I want to make one thing clear before I get worked up: I find it remarkable what has been achieved. The person behind the list deserves nothing but my utmost respect, and the list certainly has its justification. You can see the complete list of 1000 games at www.acclaimedvideogames.com.

So, now to why it is wrong.

Who is writing here? MeinMMO author Ody grew up with Age of Empires. The series ignited his love for strategy games. Accordingly, the shock was quite significant for him that none of the games made it into the top 100 of this list.

A legendary strategy game is missing from this list

One thing I only noticed upon a second look: There are hardly any strategy games present. To be exact, there is only one in the top 100, and that is StarCraft from 1998. I congratulate fans of the game for the placement but must object.

Because just one year later came a real-time strategy game (RTS) that is simply legendary – and remains relevant to this day! I’m, of course, talking about Age of Empires 2, the famous RTS from Ensemble Studios. The game only ranks at number 113 – still a strong result, no question.

The title certainly deserved to be in the top 100. I say this as someone who is annoyed at how much the game is revered by fans.

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Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition – Developers thank for 5 years of loyal fan support

Not even a fan and still angry

In my personal ranking of the “Age of” series, Age of Empires 3 would come in first place. However, that part doesn’t even make it into the top 1000, which I can understand. The game is controversial and has never been able to gain as many fans as other editions. Age of Mythology would land in second place. If I want to be really edgy, out of pure nostalgia, I’ll even place the first Age of Empires (which at least ranks at number 316) ahead of part 2. Then would come part 2, and lastly part 4.

You can tell: I am not the biggest fan of Age of Empires 2, even though I played it a lot and enjoyed it as a child. Nevertheless, I have to admit that Age of Empires 2 was an immensely influential RTS and rightly holds its legendary status.

And not only was it popular back then, it remains so today: The revamped Definitive Edition on Steam still receives DLCs. At least on Steam, part 2 has about twice as many players (according to steamdb.info) as the latest entry in the series, Age of Empires 4, which was released in 2021. (also according to steamdb.info).

I can only agree with Reddit user Spooplevel-Rattled when he writes in his comment: “Age of Empires 2 has been robbed.” That is currently (as of February 6, 11:21 AM) also the top comment under the Reddit post, with over 1,100 upvotes. Age of Empires 2 simply deserved better.

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Which strategy game would you have liked to see in the top 100 of this list? Feel free to let us know in the comments. If you want more strategy games, then check out MeinMMO. Here you can get a list of the best strategy games to play in 2026 on PC (including Age of Empires): The 16 best strategy games for PC 2026

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Overwatch has a new hot mommy with Domina and everyone loves her (including me)

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 3 minutes

With the announcement of the “new era of Overwatch“, Blizzard directly presented 5 out of 10 new characters that will appear in the hero shooter this year. One of the heroines is particularly well-received by the community, and for good reason.

Which heroine is being talked about? In the last announcement regarding new content and changes in Overwatch, 5 out of 10 heroines and heroes were introduced, which you can play at the start of the new season on February 10, 2026. This includes two new supports, two DPS, and a new tank who is already very popular among the players of the shooter (and with me as well). Because what can I say, Overwatch seems to know its fanbase, and I can’t excuse myself from that.

MyMMO editor Caro says: Blizzard presented a new heroine that brings me (alongside Jetpack Cat) back into the game after a two-year break. Justifying myself and pretending that I’m interested because of her gameplay mechanics would be more embarrassing than admitting the truth: Overwatch released a new mommy that simply weakens me and the rest of the community.

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The talk is about “Domina”, the heir and vice president of the Vishkar Corporation from the Overwatch universe, who fights alongside Talon. She is considered a long-range tank capable of controlling distance, erecting barriers, pushing back opponents, and immobilizing them. With her ultimate, she fires additional barriers of hard light that can trap opponents and detonate after a short time.

With her health pool and shields, Domina is not easily brought to her knees. Based on the reactions in the community, fans rather want the exact opposite. Because for them, her name is program.

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Fans love Domina because the developers made a specific design decision

Why is Domina so well-received? On Reddit, there are countless comments where the community expresses its enthusiasm regarding the new heroine. In this context, her class and gameplay are rather secondary. Domina is able to convince players solely through her appearance and demeanor:

  • “Domina is a perfect name for mommy,” confesses thefranchise305.
  • “If Domina becomes a source of income, I won’t even be mad,” admits luskop.
  • “That’s how they get more people to play tank,” finds EffectiveAnxietyBone.
  • “I hope that it’s fun to play her (although the burst-laser is already very promising), because I love her design. She’s like Emma Frost from Rival, if Netease finally gave her back her sense of fashion,” writes vegetaalex66.

The developers have hit the mark with Domina’s design and created another candidate for the “Dommy-Mommy” genre. This includes, for example, the aforementioned Emma Frost from Marvel Rivals or Lady Dimitrescu from Resident Evil Village.

It is a design decision that works based on player reactions. And there’s a reason for that, as the Overwatch team explains.

Why does Blizzard make the characters so attractive? In an interview with Gamespot, Senior Producer Kenny Hudson discussed why Overwatch creates such hot characters.

Mostly, it’s about proportions, size, and scale. The artists find it significantly easier if the characters have longer limbs and legs and a larger torso to apply new geometry in upcoming skins.

Silhouettes play an important role in character design because they make a character quickly recognizable and unique, whether as a model in a video game or in other media such as movies or series. However, justifying a character’s sex appeal solely by its function sounds a bit naive. After all, you won’t find any comments about Domina’s grand hitbox in the Overwatch subreddit.

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In addition to Domina, another heroine has been announced that the community has been waiting for for a long time. She was considered a lost legend for many years, but Blizzard gave her a new chance: After 2,500 hours in Overwatch, I never wanted to play a hero shooter again, then they showed me a cat… with jetpacks.

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Pokémon GO announces the 16th Giga Pokémon – Is it worth it?

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

Pokémon GO brings the next Gigantamax Pokémon: Meowth! What does the money cat have to offer?

When does Gigantamax Meowth appear? Gigantamax Meowth appears on February 15 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Dynamax battles.

As is common with the Gigantamax feature, this is a level 6 battle – a battle that can be fought with up to 40 trainers together. The battles will take place at all energy sources in the game.

What bonuses are active? The following bonuses are active:

  • Gigantamax Meowth can be shiny, but it cannot evolve
  • The particle limit is increased to 1,600
  • You receive eight times the amount of particles from energy sources
  • Four special trades are possible
  • The remote raid limit is raised to 20 (already from 1:00 AM and until 5:00 AM the following day).

From 12:00 AM to 5:00 PM, you will also receive double the amount of Dyna particles while walking and the distance for this is reduced to a quarter.

Gigantamax Meowth appears in Pokémon GO
Gigantamax Meowth appears in Pokémon GO

Is it worth fighting Gigantamax Meowth?

Gigantamax Meowth is already the 16th Giga Pokémon to appear since the introduction of the Dynamax feature in Pokémon GO.

The elongated cat will currently be one of the weaker Gigantamax monsters. As a normal-type Pokémon, it brings no special effectiveness in battle. Consequently, you will hardly use it as an attacker in upcoming Dynamax battles.

However, it will likely also be somewhat easier to defeat than other Dynamax Pokémon. For collectors, the battle could be interesting, as easier Gigantamax battles are rare.

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Pokémon GO: Over 800 Trainers fight in Gigantamax battle

The future of Gigantamax: With Meowth, we have reached half of all known Gigantamax Pokémon so far. A little glimpse forward is worth it: Which monsters can actually still appear in Pokémon GO?

Currently, the following Gigantamax Pokémon are still missing:

  • Pikachu
  • Eevee
  • Melmetal
  • Corviknight
  • Maritellit
  • Kamalm
  • Montecarbo
  • Drapfel
  • Schlapfel
  • Sanaconda
  • Infernopod
  • Silembrim
  • Pokusan
  • Patinaraja
  • Duraludon
  • Wulaosu (two forms)

It took just over a year to release the first 16 Giga Pokémon. Whether the second half will come as quickly remains to be seen.

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The appearance of Gigantamax Meowth follows directly after the debut of the spirit form of Cupidos. The two are among the more exciting Pokémon appearing this month. But the Kalos Tour also has some interesting content to offer – and more dates are still coming. You can find all the important ones in our list of all events in Pokémon GO in February 2026.

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Kick streamer revives OnlyFangs, sullies the legendary TBC cinematic for his advertising

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 2 minutes

In the early days of hardcore servers in WoW Classic, the streamer guild OnlyFangs was a standout and dominated Twitch multiple times. Now, one of the original members wants to start his own OnlyFangs, but on Kick and with… questionable beginnings.

Who is the streamer?

  • Matthe “Mizkif” Rinuado is a former Twitch streamer who switched to Kick some time ago. There, he now showcases gambling, after previously advocating for a ban on gambling.
  • Outside of this realm, Mizkif is likely known to most viewers for his event streams and from the WoW scene, as the MMORPG has often been played live by the streamer. For example, at the release of the fresh start servers, he reenacted the legendary South Park episode.
  • In recent years, the streamer has become increasingly controversial, first over allegations of abuse, and later particularly when he jokingly fired employees – and then actual firings happened. Now, Mizkif plans a new guild.

This is the new project: On X, the streamer writes that he wants to found a “new OnlyFangs guild”. It will be named “Kicked”, take place on the Alliance side, and be founded on the US PvP server Nightslayer.

Nightslayer is not one of the hardcore servers, which already sets Kicked apart from the original OnlyFangs. “Every streamer/content creator” is invited; they just need to contact Mizkif directly.

Mizkif promotes his guild with the legendary cinematic from The Burning Crusade, where the Dark Portal is opened and Illidan repeatedly reminds: “You do not know what awaits you!”

However, Mizkif has placed the heads of other streamers over the characters from the cinematic, with Illidan sporting his own face – and the scene where Illidan holds Gul’dan’s skull has been replaced with the head of the Twitch CEO.

By the way, Blizzard itself 19 years later released a completely new cinematic for TBC:

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After 19 years, WoW: The Burning Crusade gets a new cinematic trailer

OnlyFangs kicks out Mizkif, who is now starting his own OnlyFangs

Mizkif explains on stream that OnlyFangs has kicked him out – the project that he allegedly founded himself (via arazu.io). That’s why he now wants to start his own event on Kick, while OnlyFangs plans its return to Twitch.

Things are also happening here. Sodapoppin, the founder and original guild leader of OnlyFangs, is considering starting with a guild again with the release of The Burning Crusade on the anniversary servers.

However, he wants to wait until the first raids are released and then see what happens (via YouTube). Tyler1, the LoL-rude boy who could lead OnlyFangs somewhat successfully in the end, is also on board, it is said. But there is no concrete date yet.

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Meanwhile, the German counterpart to OnlyFangs continues to run smoothly. Sauercrowd, the project of HandOfBlood, Papaplatte, and Metashi, is getting closer to its big goal: the first raid in Molten Core, the iconic dungeon of WoW Classic. The raid is planned for February 15, 2026.

Sauercrowd takes a slightly different approach than OnlyFangs. Instead of inviting experienced veterans who know every aspect of World of Warcraft inside and out, the project relies on a mix of experienced players and newcomers discovering the MMORPG for the first time. This at least ensures more… fluctuation with the characters: Sauercrowd: The most important highlights of the past days in overview

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Three years ago, I replaced two monitors with a large model and consider it the best decision

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

In summer 2023, I made a significant decision: I replaced my two small monitors with a large model. Now, almost 3 years later, I can say that it was the best decision I could have made.

The initial situation: For many years, I only worked and played with a single monitor, as that was usually sufficient for my daily tasks. However, with the increasing responsibilities as an editor and other tasks, one monitor quickly led to problems:

  • If I want to do research, writing, and corrections on one monitor, I constantly have to look for and switch windows. This regularly disrupted my “workflow” and cost me time.
  • Additionally, I still need to communicate with colleagues and keep track of other things. With one monitor, this simply became unmanageable over time.

The first change: Eventually, I placed a second monitor next to the first one. I hoped this would solve my problems for the time being. And indeed: while I had more space, completely new problems arose:

  • Constantly switching back and forth between two devices became tiring compared to having everything on one display.
  • I had no good way to securely place both monitors side by side, which led to chaos every time and was extremely annoying.
  • When I wanted to play on the computer after work, the second monitor annoyed me, as I couldn’t use it since the content there just distracted me from gaming.

A good friend finally recommended that I replace the two small models with a large one. And that’s exactly what I did, and I don’t regret that step to this day.

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3 years with a large monitor: The best decision for my daily life

The current situation: For the reasons mentioned, I replaced the two small devices with a large device: UWQHD resolution and 34 inches. All of a sudden, I had significantly more space on my desk and especially more space on the display.

This solved nearly all my problems in one fell swoop: I can handle all work steps on one display without constantly moving windows or searching for things. In gaming, I benefit from the high resolution, which feels much more immersive and natural than with a small display.

After about 3 years, I can only say that it has been my best decision for my work life and my gaming experience. My next sensible step would now be to switch to an OLED model.

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This is what my desk looked like in summer 2023.

Are there disadvantages? Yes, there are. On the one hand, many games and movies still do not support UWQHD resolution. This means: Cutscenes or certain menus in games are displayed in 16:9. However, my monitor uses a 21:9 ratio. On my monitor, I then see black bars on the right and left.

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Another disadvantage: Game consoles like the PS5 or the Xbox Series X still officially do not support UWQHD resolution. So I have to live with either stretched content on the display or, again, with black bars. You can also read my self-test with the monitor and the PS5 on MeinMMO: I tested my PS5 on an ultrawide monitor and feel forgotten by Sony

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“You have to cheat the company” – Game developer explains how to create the craziest games

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

Crazy games sometimes require crazy methods. Betraying your own company can be a strategy.

It is not very likely that an idea for a video game actually turns into a finished game. After all, there are many hurdles that need to be overcome. Especially funding can be difficult – even more so if the game will cater to a small niche. But the creator of some of the craziest and darkest games knows a trick:

One simply has to betray their own company.

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Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc – Trailer for the Murder and Deception Game

Who said that? This is said by Kazutaka Kodaka, a Japanese manga author and video game developer, known for his somewhat crazy works. There are usually strong contrasts in the themes, such as hope and despair, which rapidly alternate and sometimes reach absurd heights.

What did he say? Kodaka called for an “Ask me Anything” on X.com and answered all questions that didn’t directly relate to the content of his games. One person wanted to know how to implement the “most ambitious and craziest ideas”. Kodaka’s answer:

You have to deceive the company.

Pursuing creative work within a company is impossible if you are someone who always does exactly what the company tells you. Even if it means you have to pretend to obey, keep doing what you enjoy. Use the company. And if something goes wrong, it’s the person who hired you who’s to blame, lol.

But that’s not the only “trick” Kodaka has used. When he wanted to create Danganronpa, he faced many rejections, as he explains (automaton-media):

Back then, it was really hard to get the project greenlit. After all, it was a game about high school students wanting to kill each other. The upper management said: “This is a game that advocates bullying and probably won’t sell well due to the tough market conditions.” No matter how many times I presented it at meetings in the company, it was simply not accepted.

After the project was rejected several times, Kodaka simply took a different path: he went directly to the president of Spike and presented his idea to him. Apparently, Kodaka was so convinced about Danganronpa that he would have even been ready to leave Spike if the project was rejected again. But it turned out differently: the president was relaxed and gave the green light.

It seems to have paid off – Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc is also available on Steam and currently holds a rating of “Very Positive” with a solid 95% from over 30,000 reviews (as of 02/06/2026, 11:40 AM).

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Which games is Kodaka responsible for? Kazutaka Kodaka is behind the games The Hundred Line: Last Defense Acadely and the Danganronpa series. The latter is likely also known to anime fans, as there are some series adaptations available. The game revolves around high school students who try to kill each other while committing the “perfect crime” – only if they’re caught does it end with their death. The various Danganronpa installments are crazy but often deal with dark themes related to contrasts.
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MMORPG becomes a surprise success, then flies off Steam, now returns with good news

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

The MMORPG Dreadmyst became a surprise hit on Steam in early 2026, but then the MMORPG disappeared due to copyright issues, now it is back with good news.

What kind of MMORPG is this? Dreadmyst became a surprise hit on Steam in early 2026. The indie MMORPG heavily focuses on nostalgia, featuring a classic tab-target combat system, and the graphics, thanks to isometric perspective, remind players of earlier times.

Content-wise, the game is “just like it used to be.” The title is designed to be played together in a group, with up to three other players. One player is responsible for healing, one for tanking, and two for dealing damage.

Accordingly, there are four classes: Paladin, Mage, Ranger, and Cleric, which can be developed into a unique character thanks to an in-depth build-making system. In PvP, the well-known arena is used, which serves its purpose effectively, even if Dreadmyst does not focus on PvP.

However, after the success on Steam, the MMORPG suddenly disappeared with a bitter message.

Here you can watch the trailer for Dreadmyst:

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MMORPG Dreadmyst shows action-packed battles in the release trailer

Copyright Issues on Steam

Why did the MMORPG disappear? The developer of Dreadmyst explained immediately after its MMORPG disappeared from Steam that this was due to a copyright problem. He had purchased icons and game graphics from a marketplace that were being sold illegally.

Such incidents are not uncommon. Even the large Delta Force was criticized on X.com for allegedly stealing an item from Rust. The developers also pointed to the purchase from an asset store.

These graphics originally come from NCSoft’s Aion and immediately caught the eye of genre fans, which led to initial criticism. While Dreadmyst could still be played through its own launcher, the Steam page remained offline for a few weeks until the developer now announced good news.

What is the good news? In a new post on X.com, the solo developer of Dreadmyst announced that they have resolved the copyright issues. The German company Gameforge, which operates Aion in Europe, along with NCSoft investigated the situation and ultimately decided to allow Dreadmyst to continue.

According to the developer, Gameforge and NCSoft were willing to allow the project to continue because it is a non-profit hobby project. Valve was also said to be involved in the process according to the developer.

Dreadmyst is now again available on Steam and can be downloaded for free as before.

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Asset stores repeatedly prove to be a dangerous place for developers, as no buyer can be sure whether the purchased graphics were truly created by an artist or simply stolen from another game. You can read more about the success of Dreadmyst here: The new surprise hit on Steam is an MMORPG by a solo developer, and it only has one weakness

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CoD: Black Ops 7 gives no chance to cheaters from Season 2, wants to catch every fraudster with a new method

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 2 minutes

Call of Duty has always had problems with a fraction of players: the cheaters. They cheat and ruin honest fans’ enjoyment of the game, even in Black Ops 7. The anti-cheat could only provide limited help. Now, a new method is set to put an end to the cheats.

What is Black Ops 7 struggling with? Cheaters, and they are cunning when it comes to their methods. In addition to the usual software cheaters who use wallhacks or aimbots, there are also hardware cheaters. While the former is usually detected sooner or later, hardware cheats are harder to track.

Often, cheats run around with these devices, firing without recoil or even manipulating weapon fire modes. Activision has watched this spectacle long enough and has promised improvements since the release of Season 2.

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CoD: Black Ops 7 zeigt seine kommende Season 2 im neuen explosiven Trailer

Anti-Cheat now analyzes more than just your hardware

What will change? From now on, the anti-cheat system of Call of Duty should be able to detect hardware cheats like Cronus Zen and XIM Matrix. The team clarifies that such hardware is difficult to track, which is why the anti-cheat system will analyze your gameplay behavior.

This includes your movement, aim behavior, and firing activity. Based on these parameters, a profile will be created to check whether you are cheating or playing honestly. If the former is true, you will be banned. Since cheats and their creators are constantly evolving, the fight against them resembles a relay race.

Initially, there will be successes in catching these cheaters, but over time, the system will need to evolve to remain successful – as explained by Activision.

What do fans say about the new method? The opinions on Reddit are divided. On one hand, fans are happy that there are advancements. On the other hand, there are players who have no hope that Call of Duty will ever be cheat-free. Here’s what can be heard:

  • “Cool, this time it’s actually real. Hopefully, they ban an account as soon as such a device is detected with sufficient security! I understand the pessimistic comments, but it’s great that finally someone is addressing this issue!” – Apexde
  • “I have little hope, but I wish them good luck!” – alinzalau
  • “Big promises. I really hope they succeed, but their track record is quite poor at the moment, so who knows. Imagine being such a bot that you need these devices or other cheats at all.” – c1p0
  • “Hopefully it works this time, and they actually ban people for it. I’m curious how many codetubers/streamers will be affected. And while they’re at it, they should also ban all the people who engage in 2boxing.” – PMMMR

It remains to be seen how well the anti-cheat operates this time and whether more cheaters will be banned.

Are you optimistic or have you also lost hope for cheat-free lobbies? Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has recently started its 2nd season. If you are looking for the patch notes, we have the right overview for you: Call of Duty Black Ops 7: Patch Notes for Season 2 in German

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Pokémon GO brings new legendary Pokémon, gets its own raid tag

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO, Cupidos appears in a new form. Everything about the raid day with the monster you can read here.

When does the raid day with Cupidos take place? The raid day takes place on February 14th – that is, on Valentine’s Day. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

What kind of Pokémon is this? Cupidos is a legendary Pokémon that combines the types Fairy and Flying. The new form now appearing is the Spirit Animal form, which resembles a turtle. This completes the group Incarnations of Nature, consisting of Boreos, Voltolos, Demeteros, and Cupidos.

Cupidos is known as the Pokémon of love. Therefore, the timing on Valentine’s Day also fits perfectly. We already know this from the last Cupidos form. However, the new Cupidos will not appear in top-raids, but in regular 5-star raids. It will therefore be easier to catch. We will summarize how the event works and whether it is worth it here for you.

Pokémon GO Cupidos Spirit Animal form
Cupidos in the Spirit Animal form

Raid Day with Cupidos – All Content and Bonuses

The event is not only about Cupidos, but also about the Pokémon Liebiskus and Coiffwaff. They are also in raids. All bonuses of the event:

  • Cupidos appears in level-5 raids.
  • You will receive up to five additional free raid passes from gyms – but only after the last one has been used up.
  • You will have an increased shiny chance for Liebiskus and Coiffwaff from raids. They will also appear in raids.
  • You can change Coiffwaff’s form to the Heartcut during the event through form change.
  • The remote raid limit will be increased from 1:00 AM on February 14th to 4:00 AM on February 15th to 20.

Important: The new Cupidos form cannot actually appear as shiny. You should keep this in mind.

In addition, there is an event ticket in the shop that costs $4.99 (approximately similar in euros) and brings up to eight additional raid passes when spinning the gym, as well as additional bonuses. However, the ticket is optional; the previously mentioned bonuses are also available without it.

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Pokémon GO shows its new season in the trailer

Is the raid day with Cupidos in the Spirit Animal form worth it?

Essentially, this is a new Pokémon that you can add to your collection. Just for the Pokédex, it is worth it.

However, the incarnation form of Cupidos is currently the stronger monster. So you shouldn’t expect a particularly strong attacker for your teams when you catch the new Cupidos. Furthermore, the new Cupidos cannot be shiny. This may also be a disappointment for collectors. Those on a shiny hunt should rather use the raid passes for Liebiskus or Coiffwaff after the first Cupidos.

If you already own the incarnation form Cupidos, the new raid day is a good opportunity to collect candy for it. The candies can be used for both forms.

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The raid day with Cupidos is just one of many dates that are on the calendar this month. Currently, for example, you can still secure Flaminkno in the carnival event. But there are still many more monsters that want to be caught. What dates are important for that you can read here: All events in Pokémon GO in February 2026.

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Gandalf finally reveals when he will return to the robe of the wizard from Lord of the Rings, but he does not like the time

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 2 minutes

Fans of Middle-earth have been waiting for Hunt for Gollum for a long time. The next movie in the Lord of the Rings universe also sees the return of familiar faces, including Ian McKellen, who will portray Gandalf again. In a new interview, he finally revealed the start of filming.

The Hunt for Gollum has been in the works for a while. The film is set shortly before the events of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring and focuses on Gollum, who loses the ring and is later tortured by Sauron.

When does filming start? In an interview on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (Source: YouTube), Ian McKellen, the legendary actor of Gandalf, briefly talked about The Hunt for Gollum. He revealed that filming is set to begin in July of this year. However, this time frame is not very comfortable for him.

An anime film has also been released as a spin-off:

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One of the most promising projects in the universe of The Lord of the Rings is actually an anime

Difficult Season in New Zealand

What is the problem with July? The big problem in July is that it is winter in New Zealand at that time and the weather conditions are therefore not optimal. When asked when filming would begin, McKellen replied:

I think in July, which is unfortunate because it is winter down there in New Zealand and I am not sure I want to be out in the wind and rain, but we will probably spend most of the time indoors.

Filming most of the time indoors is probably not the optimal situation for the actor, who was unhappy on the set of The Hobbit because so much CGI was used.

Did the actor reveal any more details about the upcoming film? No. Unfortunately, McKellen does not reveal any further details about the story or other actors. He only mentions again that he will wear his hat, beard, nose, and eyebrows again.

But at least for fans of The Lord of the Rings, there is a new detail. In the interview, he shares that there was likely a pocket hidden in his robe in the films, containing all of Tolkien’s work, so he could look at it before filming. According to McKellen, you can probably see the outlines of the book in the films.

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When is Hunt for Gollum supposed to start? The film is expected to premiere in Germany on December 16, 2027, just in time for Christmas.

Gandalf is not the only role to which Ian McKellen returns. He will also don the armor of Magneto again. In Avengers: Doomsday, the X-Men villain returns, and a first look at Ian McKellen has already been revealed: New teaser for Avengers: Doomsday shows the return of two legendary actors who fought against each other 25 years ago

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MMORPG from Germany is known for PvP battles with hard consequences, is set to become even more dangerous

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

The German MMORPG Albion Online has provided an update on their faction system in a new developer post, which is set to make battles even more dangerous.

What kind of MMORPG is it? To understand the updates, one must first know what defines Albion Online. The sandbox MMORPG features PvP, even though it is not mandatory and has introduced many PvE modes over the years, a hallmark is the faction war.

Here, the various factions of Albion Online battle against each other in PvP. There are different areas, many of which allow players to be completely looted after being defeated, some even allowing the equipment of players to be taken.

These harsh consequences in PvP provide fans with excitement and joy at the same time. The faction system, where player masses collide in PvP, has now received two changes that will make it even more action-packed.

Here you can watch a trailer for Albion Online:

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Albion Online presents major rogue update in trailer

Two new features for even more battles

What was announced? In an update post on AlbionOnline.com, the developers discussed the expansion of their major update “Realm Divided.” They announced two features for part 2 of the update, which is set to start on February 23, 2026.

The first feature in the new update is the battle standards. The flags of the factions can be carried to allied outposts in a kind of “Capture the Flag” mission to gain faction points. The longer they are carried, the more points can be earned.

However, the flags are also a target for the other factions, meaning that factions must defend their standard bearer, leading to new battles around this feature.

What other feature is coming? The second feature that comes with the update makes Albion Online even more dangerous. It involves the overhaul of bandit raids in the game. These will be fully integrated into the revamped faction war system with the update.

The event is set to begin as a “widespread race for supplies in multiple provinces” and later culminate “in two massive, cross-faction fortress sieges for valuable chests.”

According to the developers, the final battles will be about everything or nothing, as only the winners will receive the war loot.

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Since its release, Albion Online has continually expanded. Currently, the focus of the patches is mainly on the faction system. The first part of the PvP update “Realm Divided” has already brought about many improvements: MMORPG from Germany overhauls its PvP, gives away free items under one condition.

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Japan has realized that important infrastructure is missing to handle mass tourism: public trash cans

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

Japan is fully committed to tourism, but this leads to a problem: trash that needs to go somewhere. However, until now, this East Asian country has done without public trash cans.

Japan is considered one of the cleanest countries in the world, but now it has a problem: mass tourism that not only brings money into the country but also trash. And this trash has to go somewhere.

And this creates a very specific problem related to Japanese culture: in this Asian country, there are no public trash cans.

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Japan lacks public trash cans for the many tourists

Why are there no public trash cans in Japan? In Japan, there is the attitude that people prefer to take their trash home with them rather than distribute it in trash cans. When someone buys something on the go, they immediately think about what to do with the packaging. Therefore, public trash cans have been unnecessary in Japan so far, reports the magazine LiveJapan.com.

What is the problem now? But this becomes a problem with thousands of tourists who need exactly that in their daily lives: public trash cans to get rid of packaging or other waste. And this is an annoyance that many tourists feel confronted with. The English-speaking CNN reports that travelers have to carry their trash around all the time and quote someone as saying:

Some 7-Eleven, Family Mart, or Lawson branches didn’t even have trash cans, so you have to carry these dirty wrappers or bottles around all day until you’re back at your hotel. It’s great that the streets are clean, but it’s annoying to have to carry trash around all day long.

Meanwhile, authorities have distributed public trash cans at particularly busy locations, but the basic idea of cleanliness has not fundamentally changed in Japan. The problem has been recognized, but not yet addressed. And until that changes, tourists will continue to have to carry their trash around.

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The most famous cities in Japan are currently experiencing a sharp increase in tourists. To also support weaker regions, visitors are encouraged to travel more to rural areas. At the same time, this should help alleviate the burden on the cities: There are so many tourists in Japan that the government is now sending them to the countryside

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Baldur’s Gate 3 receives a series that connects to the end of the game, relying on the mind behind HBO’s The Last of Us

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 3 minutes

Larian’s successful role-playing game Baldur’s Gate 3 will receive a series adaptation that is supposed to tie in with the events of the game. Well-known names will be involved in the project, but not necessarily the ones you would expect.

What do we know so far about the series adaptation? HBO is developing the series “Baldur’s Gate”, which does not intend to retell the events of the video games, but rather aims to connect directly to the events of Larian’s Baldur’s Gate 3 (Source: Deadline). The creator of HBO’s The Last of Us, Craig Mazin, is supposed to be involved as writer, executive producer, and showrunner. He himself states that he has invested nearly 1,000 hours in the game:

I am an avid fan of D&D and the brilliant way Swen Vincke and his talented team have adapted it. I can’t wait to bring Baldur’s Gate and all its incredible characters to life with as much respect and love as possible, and I am deeply grateful to Gabe Marano and his team at Hasbro for entrusting me with this incredibly important project.

Craig Mazin (Source: Deadline)

Aside from the creator of The Last of Us, Chris Perkins is also involved in the project. The former long-time head of the story department at Wizards of the Coast serves as a consulting expert on the Dungeons & Dragons universe alongside Mazin. By the way, Chris Perkins currently works for Critical Role.

However, those who are currently missing from the team are the creators of Baldur’s Gate 3 themselves, Larian Studios. But publishing director Michael Douse and Larian head Swen Vincke comment on this news and explain how much – or whether – they are actually involved in the series.

Here you can see the trailer for Baldur’s Gate 3 from Larian Studios:

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Baldur’s Gate 3 is coming to PS5 – Trailer prepares for console release

Mixed Reactions from the Creators of Baldur’s Gate 3

What does Larian say about this announcement? Based on the reaction of publishing director Michael Douse on X, Larian was not involved in the final GO for the series. Instead, Hasbro Entertainment would be on board, which Mazin ultimately thanks in his statement for entrusting the franchise.

“Very good journalism by the way, you never asked the developers of Baldur’s Gate 3, but don’t worry, that’s okay,” writes Douse regarding the announcement from Deadline on X. 

The CEO of Larian, Swen Vincke, reacts to this news in a more peaceful manner. He finds it crazy how the story that began in a small hotel conference room was inspiring enough to become an HBO series, and explains how he stands on this series project:

We have worked incredibly hard to make Baldur’s Gate 3 worthy of its legacy. Its characters and narratives are the result of the collaboration of many teams, and I believe I can speak for everyone when I say that they think that’s cool and hope that what comes next is implemented with the same passion.

The endings of BG3 have been designed to serve as a basis for new adventures. There are many possibilities for where it could go. I am curious about which one Craig and his team will choose. He has invited us to a conversation so we can present our ideas to him.

Swen Vincke on X
Swen regarding the BG3 series
The original statement from Swen Vincke on X.com

Will the writers from Larian also advise on the show with their expertise? In response to the user @ahsanford’s question on X whether any writers from Larian would serve as consultants for the new series, Swen replies: “Not to my knowledge.”

However, Mazin asked the team if he could come to the studio to talk with him and the developers. Swen himself sounds quite optimistic based on his words: “After our conversation, I believe he is really a big fan, which gives me hope.”

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Larian Studios is more focused on their new and own project Divinity after Baldur’s Gate 3 and seems to not be significantly involved aside from exchanges with the creators of the series. With Divinity, Larian not only caused a strong reaction at the Game Awards 2025 but also a significant increase in players for their older games: The head of Baldur’s Gate 3 celebrates the success of his 9-year-old RPG on Steam, but a squirrel is bothering him

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A user shows his father’s data backup and shocks the community: 10 USB sticks in three USB hubs

jan hartmayer jan hartmayer Reading time 2 minutes

The internet hosts many quirky storage devices in all sorts of shapes and colors. But a user’s father is currently shocking with his setup. His method of backing up data follows a simple principle: more USB sticks equals more storage.

How does the father back up his data? In a Reddit post from 01.02.2026, the user master_JayCe posts a picture of ten USB sticks plugged into three different USB hubs, held together only by a rubber band. The post is titled: “My father’s data storage solution.” 

The reason for this could be quite simple. After a USB hub apparently had no slots for additional USB sticks, another one was added, and after this place was again insufficient, possibly another extension was added. Unfortunately, the user did not post any further explanation, so we can only speculate.

The end result is a monster made of various USB sticks and hubs from different brands. The rubber band serves as a safety measure for the second hub, which would likely fall apart otherwise. But he is not the first user to come up with the idea of handling storage in an unusual way. 

How USB sticks are used in another unusual way and why there are places where they protrude from walls, you will find out in the following video: 

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In Germany, there are over 400 USB sticks protruding from walls – What is the ‘Dead Drops’ project?

Speeds and power supply are not guaranteed

Why can the construct be problematic? USB ports cannot be infinitely split. The more devices using the same port, the less power and speed remain for each individual stick/hub. 

A single USB standard port has only a limited bandwidth available. If this is split multiple times and several devices are connected, it can lead to significant problems:

If you exceed the power limit of the port, the speed of all connected devices will automatically throttle, or one device will be prioritized while others become barely usable. 

If you exceed the specified power output of a port, it may occur that individual or all connected devices no longer function. Therefore, many USB hubs require an external power supply to ensure their function. 

Additionally, the chance of data loss with such an unstable setup due to external influences or software issues is quite high. Even cloud storage is not protected from data loss, as a developer had to find out. 

How does the community react? The comments on the post are filled with various opinions, but most are just shocked: 

  • MassiePersonality61 comments (via Reddit): “I don’t even know what I’m looking at right now!” 
  • Tructruc00 writes (via Reddit): “Actually, USB extenders with multiple ports internally use multiple connected hubs that are chained together. So it’s not that stupid.”
  • hifi-nerd says (via Reddit): “A single SSD would likely cost less, have more capacity, be faster and more reliable …”
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The user’s father has come up with an interesting, albeit inefficient solution. It would be more sensible to back up his data according to the 3-2-1 backup rule, which states that you should keep at least three copies of files on two different storage types, such as hard drives and cloud storage. Additionally, one copy should be stored offsite. A case that proves why this is a good idea is that of an entrepreneur: An AI ignores all precautions and autonomously deletes an entire developer’s work in seconds

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Space Marines are cool and all, but here are 6 games in Warhammer 40,000 that do without hyper-masculine superhumans

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 6 minutes

In most games set in Warhammer 40,000, the pumped-up Space Marines appear. Of course, genetically-engineered super-soldiers are the poster boys of the setting. However, Warhammer has much more to offer than just hyper-masculine space warriors.

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By the latest enormous success of Space Marine 2, the nerd world surrounding Warhammer 40,000 has delved deep into gaming. After all, the game does a lot really well, conveying the feeling of marching through hordes of enemies in bulky armor and defeating huge foes with exaggerated weapons. Space Marine 2 is one of the best games to get into the world of Warhammer.

But what if you don’t want to play as a guy with superhuman muscles? After all, Warhammer 40,000 has significantly more factions than just the Space Marines and their chapters, though these often get drowned out in the flood of Astartes.

We have already presented the best games with Space Marines (one of which doesn’t even take place in Warhammer). This list aims to show you the best alternatives where you don’t play as Space Marines, but something completely different.

The selection is partly based on ratings on Steam and in the community, partly on personal recommendations with the aim of providing much variance. The list is unordered and not ranked.

Darktide, the absolute opposite of Space Marines

  • Genre: First-person shooter/Action
  • Players: Up to 4 in co-op
  • Platform: Steam, PS5, Xbox
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Warhammer 40,000 Darktide shows a new class in the trailer that relies on chemicals and a crowbar

If the idea of a super-soldier with too many organs and steel-hard muscles repulses you, but you’re still looking for a first-person action game, Darktide is your best choice.

Here, you play not as Space Marines, but as condemned criminals sent on suicide missions. Survival is optional; according to the lore, no one really cares about your fate.

As expendable troops, the Imperium sends you deep into one of the gigantic macropolises, where a cult of Chaos is festering, to fulfill various tasks. In a team of four players (or AI partners), you complete missions and fight against enemies like in Left4Dead. You generally have four classes to choose from:

  • Veteran with a classic shooter playstyle
  • Ogryn, the “tank” of the group with a lot of punch behind
  • Psychic, basically the space mages with dangerous spells
  • Zealot, expressing their faith in the Emperor mainly with hammers and other melee weapons

Additionally, there are paid DLCs such as the Arbitrator, something like the space police or Judge Dredd in Warhammer 40,000, and recently the Hive Scum, who is indeed the absolute scum of the world, but plays like John Wick on combat stimulants.

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17 year old MMORPG wants to be like Harry Potter, is a big success on PS5, Xbox and Switch

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

When thinking of the big MMORPGs, one might not immediately think of Wizard101, yet 17 years after its release, the developers have reached a new milestone that comes as a surprise to many.

What kind of MMORPG is this? If you have always missed an MMORPG like Harry Potter, you will find what you are looking for in Wizard101. The MMORPG from 2008 is somewhat based on a world of magic and spells and allows players to take on the role of students at the “Ravenwood School of Magic Arts.”

In the process, players learn spells and can use them in battles against enemies. The MMORPG is clearly aimed at a younger audience, so there is an extra protection feature for children under the age of 13.

Since the MMORPG and the developer studio KingIsle Entertainment were acquired by the German company Gamigo in January 2021, there have been several changes to the MMORPG that are now proving to be very successful.

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The Magical Upswing

What has the MMORPG achieved now? Although the MMORPG has existed for over 17 years, the expansion for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only came four months ago. Shortly thereafter, a version for the Switch was also released.

This expansion performed extremely well. According to a press release from the developers, which MeinMMO has, over a million downloads on the new platforms were achieved in just four months. Thus, the family-friendly MMORPG ranks among the largest titles in the genre and still attracts new players to the magical world despite its age.

“This milestone speaks volumes about the strength of the Wizard101 brand and its player base,” said Wolfgang Duhr, CEO of Gamigo Group. “This project was eagerly awaited by players around the world, and we are pleased to say that the hard work it took to realize it was worth it. However, we are not yet ready to lay down our wands – many milestones still lie ahead for Wizard101, KingsIsle Entertainment, and the Gamigo Group as a whole.”

Can this work for other titles as well? Analysts from New World have already seen that the console market is hungry for new MMORPGs. The success of Wizard101 also indicates the demand for the genre on these platforms.

Besides the MMORPG Trove, which is also distributed by Gamigo Group, the publisher’s portfolio has further titles such as RIFT and Fiesta Europe that could be considered for a console release. However, it is unknown if the success of Wizard101 will lead to a new strategy.

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Although Wizard101 is not yet quite Harry Potter, the magical world is once again enchanting many players these days. But there is also an MMORPG from Harry Potter that many overlook, probably because its art style does not quite match the films: A new MMORPG for Harry Potter has been released and offers what Hogwarts Legacy lacked

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New MMORPG from China is also set to appear in the West, gives a new sign of life

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

The new MMORPG Honor of Kings: World gives a sign of life and invites players in China to the new beta. But in the West, one must still be patient.

What kind of MMORPG is this? While everyone in the West is waiting for the LoL MMORPG, the big competition of the MOBA, Honor of Kings, has long been working on its MMORPG. With Honor of Kings: World, a new sandbox MMORPG is set to launch, reinterpreting the universe of Honor of Kings.

There isn’t much content to say about the MMORPG yet. The first gameplay scenes remind of the anime MMORPG Blue Protocol: Star Resonance and Tarisland, both genre representatives that did not fare particularly well in the West.

The first gameplay trailers suggest that the well-known characters from the most played game in China are used as playable characters, meaning each hero has only a few abilities, and that battles are more about teamwork and tactics. The current state of the game is now revealed by a first sign of life.

Here you can watch the trailer for the new MMORPG:

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Honor of Kings: World shows setting and battles in the trailer

Major Test in China

What kind of sign of life is this? As reported by the Chinese magazine 17173, the developers from Tencent and Netease are planning a major test for the Chinese version of the game. Players should be able to try out the new MMORPG and provide feedback on gameplay as early as February.

However, despite plans for expansion into the West, there is no way for players outside of China to participate in the tests. According to information available to MeinMMO, there will also be tests for the international market later on. When these will take place, however, is still unknown.

What is Honor of Kings? Already at Gamescom 2025, the developers showcased with a very large booth and a trailer at the Opening Night Live that they want to make their MMORPG a big success in the West.

It is no wonder, as Honor of Kings is one of the biggest games in China and has about the same status as League of Legends here. There are many fans who eagerly want to dive into the world. While we in the West are likely dreaming of the LoL MMORPG, Honor of Kings: World is exactly that for the Chinese players.

But in the West, they also want to establish themselves firmly. This was already shown by the oversized booth at Gamescom, where players could test the MMORPG, but ultimately it was much too early: The developers could not gain any more sign-ups than for a waiting list with this appearance.

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With Honor of Kings: World a new MMORPG from China is coming, which thanks to the strong brand likely does not have to fear a tight budget. However, it is questionable whether the MMORPG will be successful in the West, as the example of Blue Protocol: Star Resonance and Tarisland shows that the modern Chinese formula has so far not been well received in the West. This also causes concerns for MeinMMO expert Karsten Scholz: 2025 will go down as one of the worst years for fans of MMORPGs in history

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The WoW chief is proud of the new expansion because the team did not do one thing that is often standard

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 3 minutes

Crunch, strict bosses, few people with something to say – that’s what you think of when it comes to video games. But World of Warcraft: Midnight probably didn’t need that.

When you think of the video game industry, images of fun and leisure likely come to mind first. But if you linger on the topic, the issue of crunch comes up more frequently – that is, times when employees have to work massive overtime under stress. Usually to meet a release date. World of Warcraft Midnight didn’t need that. The Game Director explains how they were still able to deliver.

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What was said? In an interview with The Game Business on YouTube, the Game Director of World of Warcraft, Ion Hazzikostas, talked about the development of Midnight and the general work environment in the teams.

He mentioned that in the past they had tried to simply hire more and more developers to produce more content, but that didn’t work. Because in the end, there would be a bottleneck at the management level, where everything had to be decided.

The solution was to have multiple teams with more decision-making power and divided management levels. This way, different smaller teams can make decisions efficiently and work on multiple projects.

Additionally, there is one point that Hazzikostas is visibly proud of, as he says:

The most important thing is that there were no sacrifices to team health. I can truly say, and that may be a rarity in this industry, but fortunately, that is changing, this expansion was created without crunch. This was an expansion we made without having to tell the team: “Alright, we also need you on weekends and late into the evening.” We did it smarter, instead of pushing our team into unhealthy paths.

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No Crunch, But Worse Quality – the Community Thinks

This is what the community says about the incident: Even in the WoW Subreddit, there is discussion about the statement. Most are pleased that working conditions at Blizzard seem to have improved. However, there is criticism regarding the speed of the patches, which sometimes comes at the expense of quality:

  • “That would explain all the bugs xD
    I’m not saying that this approach is a bad thing, I actually think it sounds good, but I wouldn’t mind if they took a month longer on the patches and then had time to fix some of the bugs beforehand.”     – FaroraSF
  • “My cynical reaction to this would be to say: ‘Of course that’s true, look at the state of the product they deliver as a result.’ But, even though I am still dissatisfied with the UI bugs and how poorly some specializations are right now, I hope that’s accurate. Crunch should never be used to mask bad decisions and bad management.” – Aern
  • “They’ve previously stated that their new approach is to become a more positive work environment. I really don’t think Blizzard can risk more bad press here.” – Absoled
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Cortyn says: I can only hope that Hazzikostas’s statement is true. But at least it sounds fitting – after all, we know that Blizzard is still working on many expansions and is already preparing for the time after The Last Titan. Over such a long time, it would probably be impossible to impose a massive burden without literally burning out the employees.

However, it must also be said that the original quality of patches and events has significantly suffered due to the faster cadence. Especially in the first week of a new patch, you can almost expect daily hotfixes, which often not only fix minor issues, but also throw entire reward systems into disarray or reduce grind times by 80% to 90%. Here, one notices that a little more time might help to increase quality.

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Because Bethesda takes too long to make Fallout 5, a fan builds their own vault – in The Sims

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It has been over ten years since Fallout 4, and fans are waiting for a new installment in the series. A player quickly built his own Vault and combined two popular games.

The release of Fallout 4 in November 2015 was over a decade ago. Since then, fans have eagerly awaited a new single-player title in the post-apocalyptic wasteland. While Bethesda provided some content with Fallout 76 in October 2018, it is an MMO.

The MMO had a difficult start and received a lot of criticism – particularly for the absence of the typical quirky NPCs and funny dialogues. Over the years, Fallout 76 has turned around; numerous updates have fixed bugs and delivered new content, making it even one of the top survival games on PC, PS5, and Xbox. Nevertheless, many simply miss a new single-player title.

A fan invested 90 hours to combine his two favorite franchises. He created a Fallout Vault within the life simulation “The Sims.” According to the creator, the tribute to the wasteland is far from finished.

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Fan builds Vault with 3 floors and many rooms

What exactly did he build there? In the 90 hours, user HeyR built a Vault in The Sims, featuring the typical bunker entrance and spanning three floors. Each floor has its own functions with numerous rooms, including:

  • Apartments with two bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, living area
  • Armory
  • Cafeteria, diner
  • Clinic, lab
  • Classroom
  • Party room
  • Gardens
  • Overseer’s test lab

On Reddit, he presents a few screenshots of his project:

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On his blog, he gives the rooms a soul and weaves real stories around the inhabitants. For example, he explains why certain areas were designed that way. Since the inhabitants sorely miss the sun, their area is decorated in bright yellow (Source: juliussims.tumblr.com).

In the subreddit for The Sims, users express their excitement about HeyR’s creation. Many ask him to make his Vault available for download. And deereese99 jokes that the Sims makers are probably planning to create an official Fallout pack at this sight.

Is Vault 18 real? Yes, Vault 18 does exist, but only in Fallout: New California, a fan-created mod and an unofficial prequel to the action RPG Fallout: New Vegas. In the mod, you start at a location that is built as a huge, luxurious control Vault. The layout is circular, which sets it apart from the usual rectangular design used in many other Vaults (Source: new-california.fandom.com).

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You will probably have to wait a long time for Fallout 5, but at least there is some good news: The game has received the green light for future development from Bethesda. This news brings joy to the community, but also some jokes about Bethesda’s development. Some even believe that the developers hate Fallout fans.

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