For the first time in Destiny 2, there is a mission for 12 players: it concludes the story after 10 years

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

Destiny 2 now has a new mission for 12 players, which concludes the saga of Light and Darkness after 10 years. Here you will find out what kind of mission this is and how to play it – spoiler-free.

What kind of mission is this? With The Final Shape, the saga of Light and Darkness comes to an end after 10 years – this mission is the conclusion.

After the Raid “Edge of Redemption” was completed for the first time by a team, Bungie released a new mission called “Excision”, which lets you fight against the Witness alongside 11 other Guardians.

Accompanied by the forces of the Eliksni, the Cabal, the Awoken, humanity, and the Hive, we march into a massive battle against the Witness’s subordinates, who is waiting for us at the end. Of course, we will also be supported by NPCs like Zavala, Ikora, and Osiris.

After the victory against our powerful adversary, an emotional cutscene awaits us, which we certainly do not want to spoil for you.

If you haven’t played the new raid yet, you can at least watch the associated trailer here:

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Destiny 2: The Final Shape „Edge of Salvation“ Raid Trailer

How can you play the mission? To play the mission, you do not need a football team, as it features open matchmaking. Of course, you can still join the conclusion of the saga with your own fireteam.

Additionally, you do not need to have completed the raid to experience the end of the saga. However, the campaign of The Final Shape is different. You must complete it, as well as the exotic quest “Wild Card” before the mission.

If you have not completed the campaign and Wild Card, the final mission will not be shown to you.

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What happens after the mission? The Witness is defeated and the Guardians celebrate their triumph. We can now face new dangers and new opponents. However, what lies ahead is still unknown.

Bungie will reveal what the upcoming year of Destiny 2 will look like in a stream on June 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM German time on YouTube. A new saga is likely to begin. Perhaps we will also learn the name of the next expansion or official information about Destiny 3.

If you want to prepare for the “Edge of Redemption” raid or the final 12-player mission of The Final Shape, you can read on MeinMMO how to quickly reach power level 2000: Destiny 2: How to quickly reach power level 2000 in The Final Shape

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Everyone thinks the new trailer for Dragon Age 4 is dumb – I am absolutely thrilled

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

After more than 10 years, a new Dragon Age finally arrives with the title: The Veilguard. However, the new trailer immediately causes outrage. MyMMO editor Benedict Grothaus has been a fan of the series since day one and understands the reaction – but finds what is shown great.

I grew up with Dragon Age more or less. After Gothic, the games set in Thedas and the Grey Wardens were my first RPG series, and Origins remains one of the best games of all time for me. Even the TV series captivates me more than Arcane.

At the Xbox Showcase, BioWare finally showed a new trailer, and it was not well received. No matter where you look, YouTube, Reddit, Twitter – everyone is complaining about the visuals:

  • Way too colorful, no dark atmosphere anymore
  • The gameplay doesn’t seem to fit either, it reminds more of a hero shooter like Overwatch
  • And what about the humor and this cartoon style, is this Borderlands?!

This is how the comments on Dragon Age 4 read. And yes, the trailer looks significantly different from what one would expect from the predecessors. The visuals do not match what I expected. So why do I not hate the trailer as much as everyone else?

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Dragon Age: The Veilguard introduces your companions in the trailer

Veilguard has everything a good Dragon Age needs so far

The trailer is packed with action and showed me everything I wanted to see – and even a bit more:

  • Familiar faces, Varric alone gets me every time
  • The companions, the most important aspect in any RPG
  • A threat and dragons, which are quite important for a “Dragon” Age

I expected maybe some cryptic message from Solas and a hint that an old evil is returning. But seeing so many characters right away really thrilled me. I’ve even started thinking about who my romance will be.

I have been waiting for a sequel to my favorite games for over 10 years. Maybe that’s why I overlook what bothers some – but at least the notion that it is “too colorful” is simply not true. Origins was the only part I would truly describe as “dark”.

However, it’s relatively unimportant whether the overall atmosphere is exactly like before, as long as it fits the game. After all, we have been working in Dragon Age for years to drive away the darkness. So why not see a success? The game builds on telling one’s own story throughout all installments. And that has been evident since part 1.

I clearly prefer the new trailer with solid information over that dark trailer from last year:

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Dragon Age Dreadwolf Thedas Calls Trailer

Dragon Age has always been a versatile game

When I think about how Dragon Age: Origins was, how much Dragon Age 2 differed from it, and what new features Inquisition finally had, the games are hardly comparable on gameplay level:

  • Part 1 still has an isometric perspective and plays like a CRPG
  • In part 2, there are no truly customizable characters anymore, more like a light version of The Witcher
  • And with Inquisition, the “Ubisoft formula” came into play: an open world with way too many side quests and useless areas

Whether and how Veilguard will differ from its predecessors, I can’t say yet, as no gameplay has been revealed so far. Yes, part 4 seems to break with the traditions of Dragon Age at first glance. However, keep in mind that the new images are from a render trailer. Real gameplay will be shown tomorrow, on June 11. Then you can still complain.

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I understand the frustration, but give the game a chance

I wouldn’t want to play the same game as before, especially since the open world with dozens of fetch quests became truly tedious at some point. Even if Dragon Age 4 becomes a bit more “arcade” than its predecessors, that doesn’t have to be a bad thing.

Inquisition is more than 10 years old, and if I want to play it, then I’ll just play it again. But I want to play Dragon Age 4, not Inquisition 2. I understand that fans of a game series expect some continuity, even in terms of gameplay.

For me, however, they are simply works that stand on their own and are connected through the story. I was already thrilled with Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla, even though from a gameplay perspective it simply wasn’t Assassin’s Creed anymore. The overall work must fit.

That’s why I form my own opinion while playing and then decide based on the gameplay whether Veilguard will be one of the better or one of the worse Dragon Ages. For me, it’s about experiencing the story and having a consistent picture. But that seems to be less important to many people: Video game author created fantastic worlds with Dragon Age at BioWare, now says: No one appreciates good stories anymore

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In the MMORPG New World, things are currently on fire on Steam after Amazon’s announcement: Even a player with 5,000 hours is giving up

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 3 minutes

For 6 months, Amazon had promised fans of their MMORPG New World that a big announcement in June would turn everything around. The announcement has now come, and it did turn everything around, but at least on Steam, it’s going in the completely wrong direction. The reviews on the PC platform are disastrous, and the mood is at an all-time low. Even a player with over 5,000 hours in the MMORPG is announcing their departure.

What is the current mood in New World? The mood among existing fans is catastrophic:

  • On Steam, the reviews have now dropped to “Mixed” – only 69% are positive
  • Among recent reviews, the rating is even “Very Negative” – only 11% are positive
  • On Reddit, many negative threads have emerged, with MMORPG streamer Asmongold also heavily criticizing the game
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Trailer for New World Aeternum announces console version

New World announces “amazing news” for 6 months – But it falls flat

What was announced? The Amazon announcement is essentially:

  • New World is getting a relaunch as an action RPG
  • New World will be released as “New World: Aeternum” on consoles PS5 and Xbox

Why are PC players so upset? The problem is that Amazon hinted for many months that a big announcement was coming, but did not reveal what it would actually look like.

Even as recently as 4 weeks ago, they received a lot of criticism for merely hinting that great news was coming, without sharing the details.

Thus, fans of New World, who all play on PC, had imagined how their own gameplay would be improved.

However, the current update is mainly focused on attracting new player groups and not on improving the experience for existing players.

While Amazon promises improvements to the combat system in the current game, players would have preferred an update that focuses solely on their version of the game and not on appealing to console players.

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Many fans had hoped for a better endgame – Not for a console port

This is what the reviews say: A player with 964 hours says: He had long hoped that New World would turn things around and especially add endgame content. The first few hundred hours are incredibly cool, but then it falls off. The “June announcement” is now so disappointing that he can no longer recommend the game.

A player with 2,000 hours says he primarily wanted technical improvements so that he could play New World with decent graphics at 30 FPS, but the devs only talk about how great their game looks and don’t take action.

A player with 5,064 hours gives a negative review: He has been playing the game since launch. But the developers have taken it in a direction he no longer wants to play. He ends with: “Thanks for the entertainment, but goodbye.”

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They are neglecting the old customers for the new ones

So is the mood on Reddit: It is a big mystery to players why Amazon made such a big secret out of the announcement, continuously raising expectations. In the comments, it says:

  • “None of us care about a console release. If they had announced it in January, we would have just said, “Cool story, bro.” But they told us they couldn’t talk about it yet, and we would get “incredibly great news in June.”
  • Other PC players say they feel sidelined and neglected for the “new attractive console market.”
  • Another puts it succinctly: “They are neglecting the old customers for the new ones.”

If Amazon was hoping for a reaction to the announcement, like with The Elder Scrolls Online, it has likely failed for now. The rule is: The longer you keep people waiting for a big announcement, the harsher their reaction will be: Amazon hits the reset button: New World becomes an action RPG – Also for PS5 and Xbox

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Android 15: 6 new and important features that you won’t want to be without soon

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 3 minutes

With Android 15, Google provides many phones with numerous new features. MeinMMO presents some exciting features that you can use with Android 15.

With Android 15, the next major upgrade for many phones is set for 2024. Alongside a new version, there are also new features that are supposed to bring various benefits.

MeinMMO presents the most exciting features that you will soon be able to use with Android 15. More information about the release of Android 15 can be found in the following article directly on MeinMMO:

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Private Space

“Private Space” is certainly the interesting new feature with Android 15. You will get a private area where you can separate important apps or sensitive data from your other apps.

In the future, you can lock your health app or your banking app in the private area and protect it with an additional password.

Also practical: When the private area is locked, apps are hidden from the “Notes,” notifications, settings, and other apps view.

Improved Protection Against Fraud, Scams, and Malicious Apps

With Android 15, there are supposed to be improvements especially in terms of security. Android phone owners are regularly targets of scammers. For this reason, the following improvements are to be made:

  • Google will use AI through Play Protect and on devices to look for suspicious behavior and mark it accordingly.
  • Messages with one-time passwords (OTPs), which are typically used for two-factor authentication, are now hidden from the notification system, making it harder to intercept them.
  • Restricted settings will also be expanded for sideloaded apps. These are all apps that you download from third-party websites and that do not come from the Google App Store.
  • Android 15 is also supposed to protect you from apps that hide behind other apps or lay invisibly over them, secretly collecting clicks.
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Better Battery Life

With Android 15, Google has adjusted the energy system of Android. Various optimizations and efficiency improvements should have a positive impact on battery life. Android 15 is supposed to restrict apps that primarily run in the background and use energy accordingly.

How this will affect battery life in practice is still unknown. It will also depend on the hardware and the size of the installed battery. For very cheap entry-level models, you should not expect miracles. To see how well such a cheap phone performs in everyday life, read on MeinMMO:

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Volume Changes Across All Apps

Version 15 brings official support for the CTA-2075 volume standard for Android. This means that volume levels between apps will be compared, the characteristics of your speakers, headphones, or earbuds will be taken into account, and the sound will be intelligently adjusted to avoid sudden jumps or drops.

In the future, you will no longer be overwhelmed by the sound of an app you want to start while you have a music app or another app open.

Improved Camera App

Google is also adapting the camera app. This especially applies to owners of a phone who rely on the official camera app from Android and not like Samsung, where a custom app is offered as standard.

Google speaks of a better low-light camera and promises several significant improvements for nightlife enthusiasts:

  • The low light boost should make images much better in poor lighting conditions. Additionally, it should become easier to scan QR codes in low light, for example, when you are sitting in a dark bar, and the drink menu is only available digitally.
  • There are also new options in the camera app that will allow you to better control the flash, such as the flash intensity or a continuous flash mode.
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Better Handling of PDF Files

PDF files on the phone have always been a tedious small task. Android has always offered minimal support, and in the end, one would prefer to install a better third-party app. In the future, all of this should become easier and better:

  • PDFs should load faster.
  • Official support for password-protected files.
  • Annotations, form editing, and copy selection will also be offered.
  • Searching within a PDF file is now also possible.

App Tip for Android: Prices have been rising for months. MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann has tried several apps to save more money. And it was really worth it. Because at the end of the month, there are always a few euros left because he actually kept one app on the phone: I use a free app on Android and save about 30 euros every month with it

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New Doom game excites even before release: “This is so damn Metal”

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

DOOM is back – and with a spectacular trailer. Once again, demons are begging for a good beating.

In the past few days, there has been a deluge of information about new games currently in development, such as a new Dragon Age. One title is sure to please fans of bloody shooters, as Doom is getting a new installment. “DOOM: The Dark Ages” has released its first trailer, and it leaves most people simply thrilled. But see for yourself:

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DOOM: The Dark Ages – Announcement trailer of the new hell shooter

What can be seen in the trailer? The “Doom Guy” is thrown into a world that seems to be a bizarre mix of medieval and science fiction in Doom: The Dark Ages. On one side, you fight with ancient weapons like mace and shields, but on the other hand, you have ultra-modern firearms and energy barriers.

The shield with chainsaws is also often thrown at the demon hordes, effectively tearing them apart, while other weapons also want to rip out some hellish pieces from the targets. But it is exactly this effective violence against the demonic troops of hell that Doom is known for.

However, the Doom Guy does not just stay on the ground; he also pilots giant mechs and even rides a dragon to tear apart the oversized demon spawn once again.

How is the community reacting? The new Doom trailer seems to hit the nerve of the fans just right, as the feedback is overwhelming. On YouTube, the trailer is rated 98% positively, and in the Games subreddit, there are 97% upvotes (as of June 10, 2024, 10:30 AM). Accordingly, the comments are also enthusiastic:

  • “A shotgun that crushes skulls and uses the shards as scatter ammunition while carrying a chainsaw shield. Exactly what I’ve been waiting for.” – FrankReynolds
  • “Hugo Martin (Creative Director of Doom Eternal) said it feels like driving a Formula 1 car and wants the next game to feel like a monster truck. Looks like they succeeded.” – Oh_I_still_here
  • “Okay, okay! I’m buying your game. Heaven.” – Timeshocked
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When will DOOM: The Dark Ages be released? Fans will probably have to wait a while for the release. The launch is supposed to take place in 2025 – a more precise date has not yet been given. The shooter will then be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, on Steam, and in Game Pass.

What do you think of the new Doom trailer? Are you as excited as the other commentators? Or is there something missing in the new action fireworks of demon hunting?

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Player orders a gaming processor from AMD on Amazon in Germany, instead receives a nasty fake product

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

A gamer bought a Ryzen 7 7800X3D on Amazon. However, instead, he received a fake product that has nothing to do with the original.

Most people assume that when you order directly from Amazon, there is generally little that can go wrong with an order. However, for one gamer, things went differently. A player from Romania had ordered a high-end processor from the German Amazon.de.

But in the package was a cheap fake copy, which the experienced player recognized immediately. However, Amazon apparently did not acknowledge the mistake.

Experienced player recognizes the fake product immediately, sends it back right away

What did the player order? The player reports on reddit that he officially ordered a Ryzen 7 7800X3D on Amazon in Germany. Currently, the price for the AMD processor is around 350 euros (via geizhals.de). He explained:

  • He actually lives in Romania, but ordered from Amazon.de because the listed processor cost 100 euros less there.
  • He ordered an original processor, not “refurbished” or a used model.
  • He ordered directly through Amazon and not through a third party that ships via Amazon.

Last week, I ordered a Ryzen 7 7800X3D from Amazon.de, the seller in Germany. I live in Romania and I did this because it was about ~100 € cheaper at the time than anywhere from my country. The funny thing is that I actually considered buying it from aliexpress after I recently read a post in this subreddit, but I decided against it because I was afraid it might be a fake, so I went for Amazon.

I ordered a brand new CPU from a (not refurbished or anything) non-third-party seller, directly from Amazon, because shipping to my country would be fast, the price was good (~328 euros), and I heard good things about the warranty.

What did the user receive? However, when he opened the package, he was quite shocked: because inside the packaging was a completely different processor that could easily be identified as fake by an experienced eye:

The fake processor looks like a CPU from an older generation. The construction and also the pins on the bottom rather indicate a processor for the AM4 socket. However, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is designed for the new AM5 socket. This makes the fake easily identifiable and also poorly made.

It is also relatively clear that only a sticker was placed on the front, which was attached to another processor and was meant to give the impression that it was the ordered processor.

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Player hopes for real processor or refund

What happens next? The player himself explained that he had sent the problem product back to Amazon right away. In this way, he hopes that the issue with the fake will quickly resolve itself and that he will either receive his money back or a real processor.

Because there are repeatedly reports that Amazon accuses the wrong buyer of being a fraud. In one case, a family father bought a graphics card as an upgrade for his son. However, when he received a fake, Amazon refused cooperation: Gamer buys graphics card on Amazon, receives fake product – seller refuses refund until return of the “correct” item

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The genius behind the PS4 and PS5 has a realization about what we gamers have really wanted for years

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

Mark Cerny is regarded as the technical genius behind PlayStation, but he has only been at the forefront since the PS4. Now he has gained a surprising insight that many players have known for a long time: FPS are good in gaming.

Mark Cerny is considered one of the most well-known figures in the PlayStation environment.

  • Cerny was responsible as the Lead System Architect for the technical design of the PlayStation 4 console. The PS4 was released in November 2013.
  • Cerny later took on the lead role again in the development of the PS5, which was released in November 2020.

In a recent interview, he explained that he is surprised that many games for the PS5 are being released with 60 FPS.

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All known features of the PS5 in the official trailer from Sony

At 30 FPS, the graphics have more time to render

What exactly did Cerny say? In an interview with the online magazine Games Industry, Cerny spoke about what has surprised him among both developers and players. In one part of the interview, he was asked what impresses him the most about developers, and the chief architect responded that most studios aim for 60 frames per second:

Based on previous console life cycles, I would have expected there to be many more games at 30 frames per second, simply because graphics can be much more detailed when you have more time to render. Instead, it’s almost the norm this time for games to run at 60 FPS.

This is great from a gameplay perspective. Most players prefer games with higher frame rates. I just didn’t expect such a deviation from previous [console] generations.

He notes that players want FPS. And this is now a realization that may no longer be new for many games. Because the higher the FPS in a game, the smoother it looks to our eyes. A well-known shooter player tested whether 144 Hz really made him a better player and he was positively surprised.

What else did Cerny say? He also explained that one consciously chooses certain features within a console generation. That is also the advantage of a console. Because the PS5 is not a “low-cost” PC:

One of the exciting aspects of designing console hardware is that we have the freedom to choose what we build into the console. In other words: We are not trying to build a low-cost PC, and we are not bound by specific standards.

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Blizzard finally talks about the new class in Diablo 4 and it sounds great: “Will be an ultimate predator”

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

During the Xbox Showcase, Blizzard announced new information about the 1st expansion of Diablo 4, Vessel of Hatred. Along with the release date, there is a description of the new class Spiritborn and information about upcoming content.

This is what Blizzard announced:

  • With the intro cinematic, Blizzard revealed the release date of Vessel of Hatred, the expansion will be released on October 8, 2024, for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation.
  • Pre-orders are now available. Those who pre-order the Deluxe Edition with some bonuses will even receive a few contents right away, including some of the new pets.
  • Along with the trailer, a new video from the Game Director of Vessel of Hatred, Brent Gibson, went live, as well as a blog post with some information about the Spiritborn and upcoming content (via YouTube).

This is what we know now about the new class: There is still not much to say. In the Blizzard blog post, the new class is described as the “ultimate jungle predator” and as a “completely new class”.

The blog post also states:

These battle-hardened heroes wield mystical synergies that can only be awakened deep within the jungles of Nahantu. Become the Spiritborn and call upon the ethereal spirits for aid, closely connected to this ancient civilization.

Together with the first image of the Spiritborn, which shows the class with a jaguar tattoo, glaive, and wildcat armor, this at least hints at a few possible skills and themes:

  • Spiritborn likely combine spiritual magic with weapon or melee skills, similar to druids and monks.
  • The “help of ethereal spirits” suggests the possibility of pet builds, which have become quite strong since Season 4.
  • The connection to spirits and an ancient civilization, as well as to the jungle, slightly resemble the witch doctor from Diablo 3.

The class will be fully revealed on July 18. Until then, there will likely be no new information. Here you can read what we already know about the Spiritborn. Along with information about the Spiritborn, the post includes explanations about:

  • mercenaries who will be available as companions in Vessel of Hatred
  • a new endgame activity for co-op that sounds like raids from Destiny and Co.
  • updates for all classes – there will be new glyphs, skills, and paragons
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Trailer for Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred provides insight into the story of the expansion

“Oh, please let there be frogs!”

Speculation in the community about the Spiritborn is currently running high. The class is supposed to be completely new in Diablo. However, players are directly comparing what they have seen so far with the characteristics of already known classes.

For many, the Spiritborn looks like a mixture of monk and witch doctor. Others see a bit of the Amazon in it, since it is already referred to as a “hunter” in the announcement and fights with a spear or glaive – just like the Amazon.

These three classes are currently what most consider to represent the Spiritborn in combination. There are only speculations about the skills – some hope for the witch doctor’s frogs, while others think that the class will lean towards the druid.

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Even though a good part of the community welcomes a completely new class, others still wish for a paladin. A class that wears heavy armor and shields and uses light as a weapon is still missing in Diablo 4. In the past, paladins and crusaders have filled this gap.

Some fans believe that the class will definitely come in one or two expansions. They hope to keep it “behind a glass” that can be smashed in emergencies to bring out the paladin. At least with Vessel of Hatred, the paladin will not come. In the overview, you will find all information about the 1st expansion of Diablo 4.

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In Fallout 76 you can soon be like the coolest character from the Amazon series

Karsten Scholz Karsten Scholz Reading time 2 minutes

At the Xbox Showcase on June 9, 2024, a new trailer for Fallout 76 was shown. It focuses on the upcoming update “Skyline Valley”. However, at the end, the developers teased an incredibly exciting new feature that is set to arrive in Appalachia in early 2025.

What was that teaser about? At the end of the new trailer (which you can find below), a group of Appalachia heroes is seen, led by a ghoul. A moment later, certainty hits: Starting in early 2025, you can roam the game world of the online adventure as a mutated undead.

The timing of this announcement is likely not a coincidence. After all, Fallout 76 experienced a third renaissance with player records due to the launch of the Fallout series on Amazon Prime a few weeks ago.

Many viewers of the eight episodes will likely agree that Cooper Howard, also known as “The Ghoul” (played by the fantastic Walton Goggins), is by far the most interesting and coolest character in the series adaptation. So why not make ghouls playable in Fallout 76? Exactly, there’s no compelling reason against it.

The freshly released trailer for Fallout 76 – Skyline Valley:

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The new trailer for Fallout 76: Skyline Valley teases exciting innovations for 2025

The Forbidden Vault 63

And what about Skyline Valley? The newly announced update will be released on June 12, 2024, for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. You can expect the first extensive expansion of the Appalachia game world, taking you to the eponymous area of Skyline Valley.

You will wander through the forests of the former Shenandoah National Park, encounter the forbidden Vault 63, where Overseer Hugo Stolz is in control, and uncover the secrets hidden there. Additionally, you will face the public event “Dangerous Pastime,” where you hunt storms and roast oversized robo-heads.

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With the release of Skyline Valley, Season 17 will kick off. The official announcement states: “You will learn archery, roast marshmallows, dissect a frog, go for a swim or canoeing, and try not to get lost in the woods. So join the scout pioneers in this season to receive cool camping rewards!”

What do you think: Are you excited about playable ghouls and the journey to Skyline Valley? And will you play the upcoming Season 17? Or does the online Fallout leave you cold? Let us know in the comments! More exciting insights into the vaults can be found here: Fallout has a “Vault 69” and it is just as bad as you think

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Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred: Deluxe Edition – What’s included

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At the Xbox Showcase 2024, Blizzard presented the intro cinematic for Vessel of Hatred, the first expansion for Diablo 4. It is set to release in October, and you can already pre-order it. MyMMO shows you what’s included in the Deluxe Edition.

When does Vessel of Hatred release? The first expansion for Diablo 4 will be released on October 8, 2024, and is available for pre-order through Battle.net, Xbox, Steam, and PlayStation. There is currently no new information about a beta, but reportedly it is already finished – just not officially yet.

Blizzard showcased the intro cinematic for Vessel of Hatred at the Xbox Showcase, featuring Neyrelle on her way to Kurast, the capital of the new area. Shortly after, Patch 1.4.2 went live and surprisingly introduced pets in Diablo 4. You can already equip them – and as soon as you pre-order the expansion, you’ll receive different skins for them, depending on the edition.

Vessel of Hatred – Contents of the Deluxe Edition

What’s included in the Deluxe Edition? The Deluxe Edition, priced at 59.99 euros, occupies the middle ground of the packages for Vessel of Hatred, and includes, in addition to the new expansion, a token for the premium battle pass, armor, and other cosmetics for Diablo 4:

  • Expansion Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred
  • Armor for Spiritborn: “Nahantu Veilwalker”
  • Alkor, Snow Leopard Companion (pre-order bonus)
  • Legendary Gem: “Mother’s Lament” for Diablo Immortal (pre-order bonus)
  • Dog Companion: “Hratli”
  • Package: Nahantu Warcat mount and armor
  • A token for the premium battle pass

The cosmetics (except for the armor for Spiritborn) and the token for the premium battle pass will be available according to the description on Battle.net immediately after purchase. You can equip them right now and showcase them in Sanctuary.

The Deluxe Edition of Vessel of Hatred includes a few cosmetics. Source: Blizzard

What features does Vessel of Hatred include? The expansion brings not only cosmetic items and a new battle pass into the game but also new content for Diablo 4. There will be a new class, the Spiritborn. This was already speculated previously due to various leaks.

Additionally, a new region called “Nahantu” will be introduced in Diablo 4 – including new dungeons, outposts, and monsters. The campaign will continue, and we will search for Neyrelle in an ancient jungle.

The following features will also be added:

  • You can recruit mercenaries who will assist you in battle with unique skills.
  • There will be a new PvE co-op activity where you can team up in groups. It takes place in a diverse dungeon and rewards you.
  • There are said to be new skills, additional paragon boards, legendary glyphs, new types of dungeons, extra activities, and rewards from the Whispering Tree.
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Trailer for Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred provides insight into the story of the expansion

Standard, Ultimate and a Newcomer Version

What other editions are there? In addition to the Deluxe Edition, there is a Standard Edition and an Ultimate Edition for Vessel of Hatred. The Standard Edition costs 39.99 euros and includes the expansion, the snow leopard companion “Alkor”, and the legendary gem for Diablo Immortal.

The Ultimate Edition is the most expensive option at 89.99 euros. It contains the contents of the Deluxe Edition and additionally 3,000 platinum, the tiger companion “Natalya”, the “Nahantu” armor package for five classes, cosmetic wings for your player character, and a Nahantu city portal. According to Battle.net, these items are unlocked directly in the game.

In addition to the companion skins, the Ultimate Edition includes a city portal and an armor package for five classes. Source: Blizzard

What if I don’t own Diablo 4 yet? Additionally, there is an expansion pack for Diablo 4 that includes the main game, the expansion, the snow leopard companion “Alkor”, and the legendary gem for Diablo Immortal. The package costs 69.99 euros on Battle.net and 79.99 euros on the Xbox store, suitable for those who want to dive deep into the game completely new.

We have summarized all the information about the expansion “Vessel of Hatred” in an overview. There you will find everything important about the new class, the Spiritborn, as well as the content and location of the campaign from the first expansion for Diablo 4 at a glance: Diablo 4: Everything about Vessel of Hatred – Release, new class, and content

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 receives a mode that fans have been waiting for years and reveals exciting innovations

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will continue the popular shooter series on October 25, 2024. The reveal on June 9 also revealed that exciting new features and the return of a beloved mode will be included.

What announcement have fans been waiting for years? At the reveal event, Activision officially confirmed that there will be a turn-based zombie mode again after years of absence – just like in the older CoD games.

Many CoD fans had already wished for such a zombie mode for MW3. However, when MWZ turned out to be more of a zombie variant of an extraction shooter, disappointment spread throughout the community.

With Black Ops 6, the zombie experience will be a horde mode once again.

As part of the event, there was a new trailer for BO6 that showcases the campaign in more detail:

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Trailer for CoD Black Ops 6 provides insight into the campaign

What new features have been announced? The highlight was certainly the so-called omnidirectional movement, which will be introduced with BO6 and will have several effects on your movement.

You can:

  • sprint in all directions
  • lie down and turn at full speed in all directions
  • jump in all directions and shoot in the air during the jump
  • slide in all directions

The Omni-Movement is expected to change the way you play the game, as has been stated in the stream, both in the campaign and in multiplayer or zombie mode.

This is what the “omnidirectional movement” could look like in CoD: Black Ops 6.

In addition, there will be what is called intelligent movement, which will allow you to press fewer keys for certain actions. There will be an assistant for actions like sprinting or crouching, which can be enabled in the settings.

It was also announced that the HUD of BO6 will be customizable. You can move details like the minimap to another position or even turn it off, creating a HUD that is more oriented towards hardcore shooters.

The campaign focuses on espionage during the Gulf War

What has been said about the campaign? The campaign of Black Ops 6 takes place after the events of Cold War and during the Gulf War in the early 1990s. The flashbacks seen in Black Ops 2 are said to be linked to the events in BO6.

In BO6, we embody the former CIA agents Frank Woods and Troy Marshall, who were banished from the CIA and the country after a failed mission. We already played as Woods in BO1 and BO2.

Here are a few facts about the campaign mentioned during the stream or on callofduty.com:

  • Espionage is a fundamental aspect of the campaign.
  • There will be “risky heists”.
  • The missions are said to be able to be completed in various ways – depending on the choice you make during execution.
  • The campaign will also include conversation opportunities, allowing you to manipulate your conversation partners and create new paths.
  • The return of the theater mode is confirmed.
  • The campaign hub is an abandoned villa that serves as a safe house for the team.
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 characters
CoD BO6 character on motorcycle

What do we know about the multiplayer of BO6? At launch, the multiplayer of BO6 will have a total of 16 different maps:

  • 12 6v6 maps
  • 4 engagement maps that can be played 2v2 or 6v6

The multiplayer takes place after the events of the campaign and leads you to locations seen there.

There will be 10 prestige levels, and when you reach level 10, you should unlock 1,000 additional levels with new rewards. The complete prestige system will be available at launch.

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The Xbox Showcase and the reveal event for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 took place as part of Summer Game Fest 2024. There was a big show hosted by hype man Geoff Keighley that showcased numerous trailers. An overview of the event can also be found on MeinMMO: Summer Game Fest 2024: Once Human and Son Goku are the stars, but Paul Atreides steals the show

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WoW: The War Within releases very early, already in summer

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The latest expansion for World of Warcraft has a release date. The War Within kicks off in August.

For months, there has been much speculation about when the expansion The War Within for World of Warcraft will be released. After all, an initial look at the beta shows that development appears to be very advanced. Now Blizzard has announced the release date, which is much earlier than most had thought. Already in August.

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WoW: Trailer for the release date of The War Within

When is the release of World of Warcraft: The War Within? The release of WoW: The War Within will take place on August 26, 2024 – in less than 3 months. Due to the time difference, the release in Europe is on August 27.

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When does Early Access start? Those who pre-order the Epic Edition of The War Within will get – in addition to beta access – earlier access to the finished game, namely Early Access. This has so far been indicated as at least 3 days – but it seems it will be 4 days.

The Early Access for The War Within begins on August 22, 2024 – in Europe likely on August 23 (again due to the time difference).

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What’s included in the new expansion? In World of Warcraft: The War Within, there are four new areas and new hero talents that allow you to further customize your character. Additionally, there are War Clans, a cross-account system for most unlocks in the game. Blizzard wants to move away from a character-centric game and transition to recognizing your account achievements, making it easier to switch between different characters.

There are also new Depths for solo fans – an endgame system on par with dungeons and raids, but also interesting for solo players or small groups. All information about The War Within can be found here.

What do you think about the early release of The War Within? A good decision? Or should Blizzard take more time?

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Diablo 4: Blizzard suddenly announces the release of Vessel of Hatred, coming in October

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During the Xbox Showcase 2024, Blizzard released the intro cinematic for the first expansion of Diablo 4, Vessel of Hatred. Along with this, the release date for the DLC has finally been revealed: It kicks off on October 8.

When will Vessel of Hatred be released?

  • The official release is on October 8, 2024.
  • No new information regarding a beta has been released yet. Allegedly, a beta is already finished and playable, but not officially announced yet.
  • The new announcement only mentions a release on PC and Xbox, but we would be surprised if PlayStation is left out.

Here you can find all the information about Vessel of Hatred at a glance.

Are there any new updates? Unfortunately not much. Blizzard showcased the intro cinematic for the new expansion, but did not reveal anything further about Vessel of Hatred. A few details can be gleaned from the trailer, although most were already known:

  • Neyrelle is on her way to Kurast, the capital in the new area.
  • She carries Mephisto’s soulstone, which is slowly corrupting her.
  • Mephisto’s power is growing, and he will apparently be our next adversary.

The intro cinematic of the new expansion is remarkably brutal, even by Diablo standards. So here’s a little warning: If you are not comfortable with mutilation, blood, and very graphic violence, you might want to avoid watching.

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Trailer for Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred provides insight into the story of the expansion

Vessel of Hatred – New Class, Story, and Content

Vessel of Hatred will expand the map of Diablo 4 with another area: Nahantu, the swamp and jungle region around the city of Kurast south of Kehjistan. The story revolves around Neyrelle and Mephisto, the Lord of Hatred.

Together with the story expansion and the new area, a new class, Spiritborn, will be introduced, and all existing classes will receive an update and likely new skills. No new information about the Spiritborn has been released – Here you can find everything we know about the new class.

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As soon as we learn more about a possible beta and the Spiritborn, we will of course let you know. At BlizzCon 2023, we were able to ask a few questions about the future of the game and received answers: “The community is the most valuable asset” – Blizzard speaks with us about the development and future of Diablo 4

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Pokémon is one of the most successful gaming franchises of all time – And exists only due to a feature of the Game Boys

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Pokémon GO and the other representatives of the franchise are hardly thinkable nowadays. A detail in the documentation of the Game Boy sparked the idea that led to the birth of the franchise.

Satoshi Tajiri is the creator of the Pokémon franchise. From a young age, Tajiri had a great interest in insects and wanted to become an insect researcher. In his class, he was aptly nicknamed Dr. Bug.

Most people know that this interest was one of the key factors that inspired him in the later development of Pokémon. However, the actual spark of inspiration came to him only after he read the documentation of the Game Boy.

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The new Pokémon: Legends A-Z brings you back to the Kalos region

The Origins of Game Freak

From magazine to video game studio: After Tajiri and Ken Sugimori founded the magazine Game Freak, they later decided to take a different path. Thus, the magazine Game Freak became a studio for video game development.

The first development of the studio was the game Mendel Palace, which was released in 1989 for the NES. This game was the studio’s first notable success and generated €300,000 in profit.

Subsequently, the studio decided to acquire a developer kit from Nintendo for the Game Boy, which was also released in Japan in 1989, in order to develop games for it. And in doing so, Tajiri discovered a detail that would ultimately lead to the creation of Pokémon.

A Cable, Many Possibilities

What detail is it? In the documentation for the Game Boy, Tajiri read about the link cable. When this cable was connected to 2 Game Boys, it was possible to exchange data between the games of the Game Boys. This fact sparked a moment of inspiration for Tajiri.

In the past, he had played the game Dragon Quest on the NES with Ken Sugimori. The final boss in the game had a very low probability of dropping an item.

While Sugimori had already received the item twice after just a few attempts, Tajiri simply could not get it to drop after many tries. There was no way to trade the item between save files. And this is precisely the problem that the link cable could solve.

The idea of collecting monsters, similar to how he collected insects in his childhood, and then being able to trade them with friends using a link cable excited Tajiri. The thought solidified in Tajiri’s mind so much that he pitched the idea to Nintendo.

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Nintendo believes in the idea: Nintendo saw the potential in the idea and gave Tajiri the green light to start development. The development would take a full 6 years until, on February 27, 1996, the first generation of Pokémon was released in Japan and, in the following years, in other parts of the world.

While Tajiri increasingly withdrew from the public eye and interviews with him became rarer over time, the success story of Pokémon took its course.

With over 70 video games, more than 20 movies, and an anime that has over 1,100 episodes, the Pokémon franchise is one of the most successful of all time today.

And even today, new content is still being released for the franchise. For the year 2025, Pokémon Legends Z-A has already been announced.

What do you think about this detail in the story of Pokémon? Did you already know about it, or was it new to you? Do you have a part or a generation in the long history of Pokémon that particularly stands out in your memory? Feel free to let us know in the comments. If you are also out in Pokémon GO, check out the events in June 2024 in Pokémon GO.

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The latest LEGO game for PS5 impresses even those who don’t like LEGO with the trailer

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As part of the Summer Game Fest 2024, many new games were introduced that you can look forward to from now on. The trailer for the new PS5 game from a major franchise even convinced players who couldn’t connect with the predecessors.

Which game is this about? LEGO Horizon Adventures is the latest game in the LEGO series for the PlayStation 5. The new action-adventure from the franchise is set to be released at the end of 2024 on the console, as well as on PC and Nintendo Switch.

The game was developed jointly by Guerrilla and Studio Gobo and will tell a story inspired by the events in the Horizon world. All in the typical LEGO style with playful gameplay and a co-op mode that some previous games already offered.

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Trailer for LEGO Horizon Adventures – Release 2024 for PS5, Switch, Steam and Epic

LEGO games have a long history on PlayStation. For example, back on the PlayStation 1, you could control the little figures in LEGO Island 2 or LEGO City. However, eventually, the video games developed in collaboration with another franchise, such as LEGO Marvel, LEGO Star Wars, or LEGO Harry Potter, became particularly popular.

What does the community say about LEGO Horizon Adventures? One can safely say that as a player, you either celebrate and love the LEGO games or you simply can’t connect with them at all.

However, the announced game featuring little LEGO Aloy seems to intrigue even players who weren’t really enthusiastic before.

MyMMO editor Benedict Grothaus, for instance, can’t stand LEGO at all. But even he says: I really liked the announcement at the Summer Game Fest. I don’t know what to do with the hotdog man, but the Horizon world in LEGO looks great. I will definitely check it out.

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“That was not what I had in mind”

But even in the comments (via YouTube), there are some players who are thrilled by the trailer and the concept, even though they hardly expected this crossover. “For a long time, I had wished for PlayStation to pull back on the hyper-realistic games and bring more games based on their silly IPs. That was not what I had in mind, but it didn’t stop me from smiling throughout the entire trailer,” says one comment.

One user writes that he can’t believe we are actually getting a LEGO game that looks fun. Another even believes that it is the best game of the Summer Game Fest 2024. “Seriously looks more fun than the main games,” says one comment.

Many users are already coming up with new ideas, wishing for a LEGO game for every PlayStation IP. Uncharted, The Last Of Us, or God Of War are just a few examples from the comments. One user even writes that he would love to see a LEGO Bloodborne. At the Summer Game Fest 2024, more trailers were shown that you should definitely check out: Solo developer created a viral hit on Steam with 20, now reveals his new game at the big Summer Game Fest

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In a new dwarf game on Steam, you control a mech and are to build a fantasy world

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After the Summer Game Fest, some jewels are still hidden in the following shows – for example, at the Future Games Show on Saturday. The new action RPG First Dwarf will soon start early access on Steam and is already playable.

What kind of game is it?

  • First Dwarf calls itself an action RPG with adventure features, building, and crafting. Additionally, it includes some content that you might know from the survival genre. Moreover, it is of course an official dwarf game.
  • You control a dwarf who sits in a mechanical walker, fights enemies, and builds a village.
  • In the first gameplay, the game reminds a bit of Factorio, but with significantly prettier graphics and with flying islands and airships. You can play solo or in co-op with a friend – the friend will then play as a small dragon.

When and where can I play First Dwarf? First Dwarf will be released in early access on Steam on June 19. You can already download a demo now (via Steam). The full release will be available on Steam, Epic, and GOG at the latest.

We do not yet know how long the early access will last. There is no information about a possible release on PS5 or Xbox. However, this is probably not planned for now, as First Dwarf is backed only by an indie studio, Star Drifters from Poland.

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First Dwarf: The trailer for the early access of the new dwarf game on Steam

Building and defending bases on flying islands

The core feature of First Dwarf is exploring and crafting with the self-built mech of the “First Dwarf”, to create a town for other dwarves. The mech itself is powered by mana, which you can find in the world.

Using a building system reminiscent of strategy games, you place buildings, walls, and defenses with resources like wood and stone. Because at night, enemies attack, and you must protect the growing village from them.

Additional features include:

  • Fighting wild dangers like barbarians and natural disasters
  • A story that runs through the game: What has happened to the world, what will happen next, what happened to your father?
  • Co-op as dwarf Tru and dragon Ragna
  • Skills that you can apparently unlock through leveling
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Alongside small gems like First Dwarf, many big titles and updates were already shown on Friday. The Summer Game Fest 2024 was packed with new trailers and promised content for the whole year and beyond: Summer Game Fest 2024: Once Human and Son Goku are the stars, but Paul Atreides steals the show

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Developer works for 17 years on Skyrim and Fallout, brings his own heavy metal horror game to Steam

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A former developer of Skyrim and Fallout is working on his first own game on Steam. Now, there is a new trailer for the heavy metal horror game.

What game is this about? The Axis Unseen is Nathan Purkeypile’s own game, a developer who previously worked for 17 years on the worlds and level designs of games like Skyrim and Fallout. Now, his first own game will be released on Steam: a heavy metal horror game.

A few days ago, a new trailer was released that not only showcases gameplay but also revealed the release window for The Axis Unseen:

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The Axis Unseen is released in October 2024

When will the game be released? We cannot give you an exact release date yet. However, the trailer has already provided a rather “small” window of time, which is not too far off. The Axis Unseen is set to launch on Steam in October 2024.

What can you expect? In The Axis Unseen, you take on the role of a skilled hunter who hunts nightmarish monsters in a mysterious world. In the trailer, you can catch a glimpse of the various creatures that you may encounter in the game.

Some of these creatures look quite creepy. From horned giants to humanoid shapes with unnaturally long limbs or skeletal deer, you can expect many foes in the game that might seem like they have sprung from a nightmare.

You will embark on your hunt with a bow and play from a first-person perspective. Since you, as a hunter, are also the hunted, you must continually evolve throughout the game with new equipment and abilities. For example, you can discover elemental arrows or gain enhanced sensory abilities by defeating the creatures.

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Become a better hunter through enhanced sensory abilities

With these enhanced sensory abilities, you can detect scent particles and the residual heat from living beings. These will help you find your prey better in the open world or avoid areas that you are not equipped to handle.

What are the reactions? Many players are commenting (via YouTube) that they can’t wait to play The Axis Unseen. The anticipation seems to be high not only because a former developer of well-known games is behind it. It appears he has created a world and concept that appeals to many players.

“I love the different colors & giant creatures coming out of the fog. Very atmospheric,” writes one user in their comment. “And a soundtrack by Clifford Meyer? What?” expresses another user’s excitement about the music that you can also hear in the trailer.

Above all, many players seem to want to play The Axis Unseen because they appreciate the developer’s previous work. For instance, one user writes in their comment: “I would follow the man who created Black Reach anywhere.” Many first learned about the new heavy metal horror game through a video late last year: An MMO turned the developers into the “villains of the internet”, celebrating 5 years later with 17 million players

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New MMORPG Tarisland deliberately plans a quirky release, but there is a brilliant plan behind it

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The new MMORPG Tarisland is set to release on June 21. However, the release will be quite different from ordinary MMORPGs.

How will the release take place? The release of Tarisland will occur on June 21, 2024. However, you shouldn’t take vacation time right away, as the release of the game will extend over a week.

Starting from June 21, the maximum level will increase every day (via Discord) and the main story will continue. Specifically, on the first day, you can only level up to level 20, which, according to MeinMMO author Cedric, took about 60–90 minutes during the last test. After that, you cannot level up any further for the day, and the story is also on pause.

The next day, it will continue. The maximum level will be raised to level 26, and the story will open a new chapter. For most players, this limitation may seem strange, but there is a brilliant plan behind it.

Here you can see the release trailer for Tarisland:

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Tarisland shows ‘Rage of the Dragon’ in the new trailer

3-hour bites instead of 12-hour grind

What is this plan? Instead of offering players a boring leveling phase before reaching the endgame (via Discord), Tarisland wants to make the leveling process fun. To do this, the developers divide their game into about 3-hour sessions that you can complete each day. “The level cap teaches impatient people to enjoy the game as they should,” writes Senior Moderator Austrem on Discord.

Once you have completed the story and reached the maximum level for the day, it’s far from over. Each day you can participate in dungeons in “Normal” and “Elite Mode” or even raids where you will obtain gear. You will need this gear the next day to tackle the new dungeons and raids.

Once you are done with dungeons and raids, it is best to complete the day’s reputation events. Reputation in Tarisland offers many advantages, such as faster movement speed in the respective open world. Additionally, there will be more events every day that provide you with tokens and currency to improve your character in the long run.

You should also engage in gathering, crafting, and exploring during the “waiting time”. With the items you collect, you will be well prepared for the next day. Tarisland also features recreational activities in the form of mini-games, as the developers demonstrated this week on x.com.

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What if I finish everything on the first day? If you finish everything on the first day, the new MMORPG will have fresh content for everything the next day. With the daily story extension and maximum level increase, new collectible items, reputation, and open world events will also be unlocked.

Thus, the release extends over the entire first week before everyone reaches the maximum level together. For hardcore players who had already planned to push their character to the limit over the weekend, this release may be surprisingly different.

This also affects the player base since everyone stays on the same level; the laid-back “casual players” won’t be left behind and can continue to stay engaged. One aspect that makes Tarisland a bit different from the model WoW, and has drawn criticism, is: The WoW alternative Tarisland handles skins differently from its predecessor and faces criticism for it

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Valve is working on a new shooter that is supposed to resemble Overwatch, but the community is skeptical

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Recently, there were leaks about the new shooter Deadlock from Valve. Players are now discussing the official designation Hero-Shooter on Reddit and believe it’s actually something quite different.

What game are we talking about? Deadlock is a new game from Valve that is supposed to be released on Steam. It is an announced hero shooter, which, according to rumors, is supposed to already be in alpha.

  • Insider Gaming reported on YouTube about the new Hero-Shooter Deadlock from Valve. All the names of the heroes were also mentioned.
  • According to some speculation, the game is supposed to be released in 2025. A very stable foundation is said to already be in place.
  • Deadlock is supposed to be a third-person shooter, hero-based, and designed for the competitive scene. Two teams of 6 heroes are to compete against each other. It allegedly uses “Tower Defense” mechanisms as well.

A trailer and official gameplay for Deadlock does not exist yet. About 3 weeks ago there were leaks on Reddit that reportedly showed gameplay. The video is currently unavailable. Instead, you can check out some screenshots via instant-gaming.com.

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What does the community say? On Reddit, a user opened their post with an image of Deadlock and the statement that it is a hero shooter. However, this is discussed in the comments by other users.

Deadlock is officially a hero shooter, meaning it is compared to games like Overwatch. Many users, however, do not see this comparison and classification as a hero shooter. A first comment asks: “Is ‘Hero-Shooter’ really the right term for it? After all the stuff that has leaked […] isn’t it more of a MOBA shooter?”.

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A mix of DOTA and shooters?

Many agree with this question and are already comparing Deadlock to other games, such as Battleborn, Smite, or DOTA 2. The difference with DOTA 2 is simply that it is a third-person shooter, as one user claims. The comparison to DOTA comes up actually more than once. One user even gives the game the new name “Shoota,” thus a mix of DOTA and shooter.

With which game they are now also comparing Deadlock, most agree that the shooter rather appears to be a MOBA shooter. “This game is a hero shooter in the same way that League or DOTA are arena fighters. This game is a MOBA,” it says in a comment.

How similar Deadlock will ultimately be to Overwatch, or whether the comparisons from the community make more sense, will likely only become clear when we receive official information about the shooter. Just recently there were new details about DOTA 2: Steam giant Valve is putting a lot of work into DOTA 2: fundamentally changing all 124 heroes

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Path of Exile’s head talks about Diablo 4, says: “We couldn’t learn much from it”

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Path of Exile is the biggest competitor to Diablo and has been for many years. Right now, the team is working on the sequel and is, of course, keeping an eye on Diablo 4. In the interview, however, the boss says: They haven’t really been able to draw any new insights from it; they already knew the most important points beforehand.

This is the state of affairs with Path of Exile:

This is what the boss says: At the Summer Game Fest, game director Jonathan Rogers discussed the development of Path of Exile 2 in an interview with VG247. One topic was, among other things, what the team was able to learn from Diablo 4.

Currently, Diablo 4 is in an extremely good state thanks to Season 4 and is receiving massive praise. Even in the middle of the season, it is setting new records on Steam. However, Rogers says they weren’t able to learn much from Blizzard:

More than anything, we were able to confirm decisions we had already trusted. We were always skeptical about open worlds in video games. I know they can work in certain aspects, but in an action RPG in particular, I’m not a fan. I always believed that it couldn’t work, and I never loved that aspect in Diablo 4.

I think dungeons are much better than an open world, and the open world holds that back a bit. So, that solidified my opinion.

Everything one could have learned was already known and done beforehand, according to Rogers. For example, the dodge roll; Path of Exile had already planned that before Diablo 4 even released: ‘That’s simply a modern action game thing.’

In general, they don’t want to copy anything but rather look at what is good and consider that the new standard that players now expect.

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“Hope players can play without a subscription”

In a second part of the interview on VG247, Rogers further discusses the development of Path of Exile 2 and the release on PlayStation and Xbox. The question arose whether one needs a PS Plus subscription since it is a service game.

Rogers says: ‘That is not our hope.’ Currently, it is still announced that PS Plus is necessary, but they want to deviate from that as soon as possible.

The developers announced Path of Exile 2 in the new trailer with crossplay and cross-progression, but there are some difficulties that still need to be ironed out – at least regarding in-game purchases.

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In the interview, it is stated: ‘In general, there will be no issues between PoE 1 and PoE 2 on the same platform […] but with cross-platform monetization, it’s like a minefield. We are doing our best.’

Both Path of Exile and Diablo have major content coming in 2024. Path of Exile 2 is the ARPG that thousands of fans have been waiting for for years. Diablo 4 will receive its first expansion with Vessel of Hatred later this year. If you don’t know what to play from these, here’s a little help: Diablo 4, Path of Exile, Last Epoch – Which action RPG should I play?

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