Four whole years after the first announcement, there was finally a sign of life from State of Decay 3. During the Xbox Showcase 2024, a trailer of about 3 minutes was shown, and it looks like they had The Walking Dead in mind as a video game.
What is State of Decay 3? State of Decay 3 will be the latest installment in the third-person shooter series State of Decay. The games are developed by Undead Labs. The publisher is Microsoft Studios or Xbox Game Studios.
In the 2 released and 1 announced games so far, you control your character through a zombie-infested open world. You must survive, find and fortify camps, and locate other survivors.
After State of Decay 3 was announced four years ago during the Microsoft Showcase 2020, there has finally been sign of life again. The latest trailer contains CGI scenes according to the developer, but also gameplay:
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After 4 years there are finally signs of life from State of Decay 3 with a new trailer
Fighting zombies like in The Walking Dead
What do we know about the game? The official Xbox news site Xbox Wire published information from chief developer Philip Holt regarding the release of the trailer. They describe State of Decay 3 not as a typical zombie or survival game. The main themes are perseverance, community, and the clever mastering of challenges.
The game is not intended to be a classic hero story, but to tell a story of environmental transformation. This, in turn, is supposed to tease out the most important survival traits from the characters: ingenuity, resilience, adaptability, and collectivism.
Specifically, the trailer focuses on four characters that you should be able to control in the game. Various types of zombies can also be seen: normal, slowly staggering standard zombies, threateningly large ones with glowing insides, or monstrous zombies that look like multiple fused undead.
In fact, the video and the idea behind it remind of the TV series The Walking Dead: The world is overrun by zombies, and the survivors must work together to stay alive.
As the game progresses, the group of survivors is also supposed to grow larger. In fact, State of Decay 3 is said to feature a Shared Open World, similar to what exists in Diablo 4. According to Philip Holt, the idea is that solo runs are more restricted than in previous versions and there should be more reactive co-op gameplay.
When will State of Decay 3 be released? Unfortunately, there are still no details on a concrete release date for State of Decay 3. The game is still in development. More information is supposed to be released at a later time, which is not specified.
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World of Warcraft revises the affixes for dungeons. A part of the player base cheers – another group is furious.
The beta of World of Warcraft: The War Within has been running for a few days and many already have access – not least because of the Epic Edition, which allows one to simply purchase beta access. Many have already reached the maximum level and the next phase of testing is upon us: Mythic+.
Blizzard presents a number of new affixes and removes old ones.
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WoW: The War Within – All the major features of the new expansion
What new affixes are there? In total, Blizzard is bringing 4 new affixes that will appear starting at the difficulty “Mythic+4”. They are designed to be simple in their design and to act more passively than actively. This way, the focus should be more on the dungeon and the creatures rather than on the affixes. The new affixes are:
Reckless: Non-bosses without mana ignore 20% of armor with their attacks, but their armor is reduced by 30% and they take 10% increased Arcane damage.
Thorned: Non-bosses without mana deal physical damage to their attackers, but take 10% increased Holy and Shadow damage.
Attuned: Non-bosses without mana deal 20% additional magic damage, but take 10% additional Nature damage and 30% increased damage from bleeding effects.
Focused: Non-bosses without mana have 30% increased speed but take 10% increased Frost and Fire damage.
All these affixes only affect “enemies without mana” that are “not bosses” – apparently, enemy spellcasters are not meant to be strengthened, which has previously led to very nasty “one-hit” abilities.
Which affixes are disappearing? As part of this overhaul, some other affixes are being completely removed from the system and will likely not be used in the near future. The removed affixes are:
Afflicted
Incorporeal
Entangling
Storming
Volcanic
These affixes significantly influenced gameplay and caused some dungeons to be entirely avoided during their respective weeks.
What is the problem with the new affixes? The new affixes are being heavily debated in the community. While many view it positively that affixes also have a strengthening component, most find this limitation rather problematic. In weeks when, for example, the Shadow damage taken by enemies is increased, one would gladly take a Shadow Priest – in all other weeks, this character could have trouble finding a group.
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The same problem is likely to affect most DPS characters, who ultimately are particularly in demand only in one of four weeks.
As the community tends to orient itself towards the optimum, which is usually demonstrated by the professionals, there is great concern that all classes that cannot currently fulfill the “affix of the week” will no longer find a group. However, one should keep in mind that this is still beta testing. By the release at the end of August, a lot can change and if the feedback is accordingly, Blizzard will likely make adjustments.
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The well-known Twitch streamer Gronkh has taken on a new voice role in the game “Pioneers of Pagonia.” He not only voices regular dialogues, but also an old running gag from his Let’s Plays is included.
The German Twitch streamer Gronkh has also established himself as a voice actor in recent years. His distinctive voice, known from numerous livestreams and Let’s Plays, has already found its way into several films and video games.
Now the streamer has taken on a new voice role in the recently released game “Pioneers of Pagonia.”
What kind of game is this? “Pioneers of Pagonia” is a construction game with elements of an economic simulation and a strategy game. Developed by Envision Entertainment under the direction of Volker Wertich, one of the pioneers of the Settlers series, the game aims to make many Settlers fans happy.
Pioneers of Pagonia trailer shows what to expect in a Settlers-like game
Gronkh as a voice in the new mining update
How was the streamer integrated into the update? On June 6, 2024, the developers of “Pioneers of Pagonia” surprised their fans with a post on the social media platform X. In this post, they introduced the new mining update with a small trailer, which will be released on June 25, 2024.
Especially exciting for the fans: Gronkh’s voice can also be heard in this trailer, where he voiced various sounds for a geologist. From humming to little songs to whistling and various exclamations like “Ah” and “Oh” – Gronkh’s voice is present in many details of the game.
However, the highlight of the update was a part where the geologist sings a specific little song: “Coal, Coal, Coal.”
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This song quickly became a running gag and remained in the memory of many fans (via Gronkh Wiki). The scene from episode 49 of his Minecraft series became particularly famous: While Gronkh was wandering around the map, he discovered a cave and immediately began mining coal, singing:
Now this legendary coal song has also found its way into “Pioneers of Pagonia” and provides a funny and nostalgic moment for those who know and love Gronkh’s streams.
Why does the streamer like the game? Gronkh has always been a big fan of the Settlers series. That’s why he was particularly excited when he found out that Volker Wertich, one of the pioneers of the Settlers series, was involved in the development of “Pioneers of Pagonia.”
During the game’s presentation, when he reacted live in a stream to the trailer, Gronkh clearly expressed his anticipation. He said that “Pioneers of Pagonia” could be the game that one would expect from Settlers.
During the stream, he excitedly listed some of the buildings that looked familiar to him and added: “I see paths, I see the settlers running around here with little boxes. There are carriers, and there are even people talking. This is what you would expect from Settlers. I also see farms back there.”
The ratings for Pioneers of Pagonia on Steam are 84% “Very Positive.” Nevertheless, the streamer Gronkh warns against relying solely on reviews, especially for other games on Steam. What his concerns are and why he questions the significance of these ratings, you can find out here: Gronkh explains why you shouldn’t trust reviews on Steam
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Twitch streamerAsmongold reveals the shocking state of his house, including mold and a possible dead animal. He is determined to put an end to this situation now, without cleaners.
Who is the streamer? For years, Twitch streamer Asmongold has thrilled millions of viewers worldwide with his content. His expertise in various games, especially in World of Warcraft, has earned him a loyal fan base.
But while he acts confidently on screen, a very different reality reveals itself off-camera – that of his chaotic home.
You can learn more about the streamer here:
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Career and life of Asmongold in 3 minutes – What makes him special?
What are his living conditions like? For years, the Twitch streamer has lived in a state of immeasurable disorder and oppressive chaos, which is no longer a well-kept secret.
However, while he claims that the mess does not bother him, his visitors report very different experiences.
His visitors experienced rashes and shortness of breath
What do the visitors say? Earlier this year, his father visited unexpectedly. But what he found there left him in shock. “I couldn’t even walk through the living room to go to the bathroom,” reported Asmongold Senior.
In a recent livestream, Asmongold shared about a visit from YouTuber Tectone, who reported experiencing breathing problems after his stay in the streamer’s house, which did not subside even after leaving.
He also mentioned that streamer Emiru, who visited the house, later complained of skin rashes. Similar problems were reported by Kaise after her visit. Asmongold’s girlfriend at the time had announced that she would “conquer the kingdom of cockroaches,” but apparently had to abandon her noble endeavor.
Asmongold emphasized that viewers could hardly imagine how bad the actual condition of his house is. The cleanup operation he is planning will take weeks to eliminate the chaos and the health-threatening conditions.
In this video, you can get a glimpse of the state of the house:
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Streamer thinks he has at least one dead animal in the house
How bad is the condition really? Asmongold shared in one of his recent streams that he feels there is at least one dead animal in his house. “I’m about 70% sure. And it’s been there for a while. Also, there’s mold and shit everywhere,” he said.
Back in 2022, he spoke about little creatures in his house that apparently made their way into his bathroom due to a pest infestation. Asmongold reported a clogged half of his sink, filled with black water and a lot of trash.
The situation had led to bugs regularly ending up in his bathtub. He admits that he simply showered with the bugs before he finally wanted to deal with the problem – which he apparently has not done yet.
What decision has he made? This multitude of experiences has brought about a change in Asmongold that now drives him to put an end to the years of chaos in his home.
Although he has persistently emphasized that the mess does not cause him much distress and even pointed out that he has no breathing problems in his house, his attitude has changed recently.
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What prompted him? He admitted that he now feels somehow “weakened” by the state of his house, as if he has a debuff.
This shift in his perception has led him to make a firm decision: “I feel this inner urge to clean my house. I mean it seriously. I have a strong feeling that I will actually clean my house. I will.”
A “debuff” is a weakness effect in an MMORPG. Unlike a “buff,” which strengthens a character, a debuff causes a character to deal less damage, take more damage, or become more susceptible to certain damage types.
How does he want to tackle it? Asmongold continued: “There is mold and such shit all over the bathroom walls. That’s life, that’s how it is. And that’s why I have to clean it. It never really bothered me because I can breathe well. If someone tried to clean my house, they would need a mask.”
Despite the unhygienic conditions, Asmongold has announced that he will take action himself and clean up his home. He wants to document the transformation and share before-and-after pictures on social media.
A few days ago, a storm of outrage was unleashed against the German Twitch streamer Simon Unge. An ex-girlfriend of his, known as Rachel, accused Unge of, among other things, treating her cat very poorly. Since then, Unge has taken a career break. However, it seems that Rachel is now also facing negative consequences because of the incident. On Twitter, she writes that she has lost her job due to the issue.
Having treated her poorly and made jokes at her expense, such as introducing her as a “catalog bride.”
Isolating her socially and trying to sever her relationship with her sister and family in Germany.
Additionally, he behaved very erratically towards her, sometimes rejecting her and other times showering her with love.
A large portion of the criticism was directed at Unge’s treatment of her cat Tyga. Unge was said to have waged a feud with the cat and behaved incorrectly in many situations involving him. There were even claims that he threw a suitcase at the cat, yelled at him, and took away his retreat options.
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Ex-girlfriend makes serious allegations against Twitch streamer Unge – This is what he says about it
Unge admitted to mistakes, called the relationship “toxic from both sides”
How does Unge respond to this? Unge initially made fun of parts of the criticism and said he was being portrayed completely wrongly.
However, ultimately he admitted to mistakes and announced a break from his career. While he said that he does not agree with all of Rachel’s accusations, he acknowledged that the relationship was toxic and that he did not always “behave correctly.” However, he denied accusations that he had been violent towards the cat or Rachel.
The relationship was toxic from both sides. He himself had been emotionally dependent in the relationship.
This is what Rachel says now: In a post on Twitter, Rachel, who has only a small presence on social media, says she lost her job due to the conflict with Unge. It should not have been a reason for termination and there was no justification given for the dismissal, but the conflict was the reason for her firing.
How is this being discussed? Many well-known Twitch streamers express their solidarity with Rachel.
The new raid from Destiny 2, “Edge of Salvation”, has been completed by the first players. Many Guardians tried their luck, but one class was hardly played.
Here you can watch the trailer for the raid “Edge of Salvation”:
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Destiny 2: The Final Shape „Edge of Salvation“ Raid Trailer
Hunters dominate, Titans are ignored
Which class was hardly played? The Titan. The Reddit user “selpix_” looked at every team from the top 50 on the website Raid Report and documented which classes they played. Then he calculated how often each class was represented.
In the “Top 50”, these are the first 50 teams that defeated the Witness and successfully completed the raid “Edge of Salvation”. However, he notes in the comments under the post that some teams were displayed multiple times on the “Raid Report” page, so it is rather the Top 48.
selpix subsequently represented the percentage of each class in a pie chart. You can see the Reddit post including the chart here:
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How often was each class played? According to selpix’s calculations, 74% of all players in the Top 48 who completed the raid played a Hunter. In second place is the Warlock with a pickrate of 25%. The Titan was used by only 1% of players.
Overall, according to selpix, there were only 3 players in the Top 48 who finished the raid with a Titan. One of them is the American YouTuber and streamer Aztecross, who is very well-known in the Destiny 2 community.
Why was the Titan played so rarely? The Titan simply lost in direct comparison to the Hunter. Many players are convinced that the Titan lacks a strong super that can deal damage at long distances in boss fights like against the Witness (via Reddit).
Furthermore, the Hunter can deal significant damage during damage phases with the new exotic sniper rifle “Endless Hunt”, as the “Golden Gun Sniper” synergizes with the helmet “Heavenly Night Hawk”.
The Titan, on the other hand, not only lost out as a damage dealer but also as a healer. The Warlock continued to be brought along as a healer, which is why many teams played a combination of five Hunters and one Warlock. The Titan was left on the bench.
Esports in gaming is on fire. The “Esports Awards”, which have been awarded since 2015, have entered into a partnership with Saudi Arabia. The face of the award, host Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez, is quitting and criticizing the award: He cannot justify collaborating with Saudi Arabia. This is now exactly the shitstorm that Blizzard was able to avoid with Overwatch in January.
Here’s Goldenboy’s announcement:
Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez is one of the most well-known casters in esports. He is especially known for Overwatch. On Twitter, he wrote on June 8:
He will no longer host the Esports Awards and has also resigned from the panel with immediate effect.
He is very disappointed with the leadership of the ESA – it is their decision in which direction they steer their business. But he is now making his decision as well.
Events that are completely supported by the Saudi Arabian government do not align with his personal or professional values. For him, it is therefore right not to invest time or energy in such events.
Esports is a big topic. The German influencer HandOfBlood has succeeded in bringing his LoL team into the mainstream:
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HandOfBlood wanted to change e-sports with his LoL team, now he is finally the German champion
The award ceremony had 22 million viewers in 2023
What kind of award is this? The “Esports Awards” have been presented since 2015 and have gained significant importance over the last decade. According to the organizers, they reached over 22 million viewers in 2023.
They see themselves as the “de facto platform” to help esports gain recognition.
Award moves from Las Vegas to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia
What is it about? The “Esports Awards” announced on July 7 that they have entered into a three-year partnership with the “Esports World Cup.” And that the awards will be presented this year in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
This engagement of Saudi Arabia in esports, backed by significant money, is seen as part of so-called “sportswashing.” This refers to improving a country’s image by hosting sporting events.
Saudi Arabia is considered by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to be a country accused of many human rights violations. Particularly the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi is repeatedly cited as a reason why collaboration with Saudi Arabia is not morally justifiable.
Western companies are also criticized for advocating the freedom of the LGBTQ community during Pride Month, only to collaborate with a country where homosexuality is socially taboo and even punishable by death.
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At Blizzard, the deal with Saudi Arabia went almost unnoticed
What does this have to do with Blizzard? Blizzard had shut down the Overwatch League but announced in January 2024 that they wanted to collaborate with Saudi Arabia.
Particularly pungent here: Some characters in Overwatch, including Tracer, are openly homosexual.
But Blizzard’s decision passed almost unnoticed at that time. The decision of the Esports Awards is not.
The latest installments of the Call of Duty series have been known to take up quite a bit of storage space. Now there is new information about the latest installment Black Ops 6. It seems that the game will even be the biggest installment in the series, but this will come at the expense of your hard drive.
Update from June 11, 2024: Activision has now commented on the 300 GB and explained that you don’t need everything. Accordingly, the article has been updated with new information.
On the Xbox page for the game, there are also technical specifications for the game. The most interesting aspect is the size of the game. The approximate size of the game is given as 309.85 GB.
This is enormous, especially considering that the Xbox Series X has 1 TB without expansion and the original version of the Series S has only 512 GB of storage. One must keep in mind that you cannot use the full stated storage size. Even on the Xbox Series X, it will be difficult to have several AAA games installed.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 shows its new movement:
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CoD: Black Ops 6 shows the new Omni-Movement in gameplay
A true monster for the hard drive
Why is Black Ops 6 so large? You no longer just download the current game with Call of Duty, but also Warzone. You have to do this if you want to play Modern Warfare 3, for example, at the moment. Additionally, you also download the launcher CPD HQ.
Now both Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone state on their Xbox Store page that you will likely need 309.85 GB. Within its update history, the game will only get larger over time.
On Steam, there is currently no information about the required storage space. For Modern Warfare 3, you need 149 GB, or only 78 GB if you have Warzone and CPD HQ already installed. So if you already have Warzone, the download for Black Ops 6 might be smaller. As Esports.gg reported back then, the PC version of Modern Warfare 3 was even larger than the console versions.
Status June 11, 2024: On X CoD has now commented on the matter and clarified that you do not have to download the full 309.85 GB. The size consists of MW 2, MW 3, Warzone, content packs, and voice outputs. In the tweet, they clarify that you do not have to download all of that. They also state that the correct download size will be displayed in the future.
Whether and when there will be a preload is still unknown. If you have poor internet, you should definitely plan enough time for downloading, because over 300 GB is quite a lot. What size the game will have on Steam will probably be announced in the coming weeks, but you can expect it to be enormous. If you own the Game Pass, you can even play the game for free: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be “free” for millions of players
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The 24-year-old Elias “Upset” Lipp was long considered the best German player in League of Legends, until around 2023. During his time with Schalke, he was regarded as a great talent, and during his 2 years with Fnatic, he was statistically a giant. However, since 2023, his career seems to be in crisis. For 3 consecutive splits, Upset’s teams finished last in the LEC. This has now been criticized, but Upset does not accept the criticism.
Who is the best German player in LoL? That’s hard to say because the most successful pros in the LEC play three different positions:
The current best German player is likely Sergen “BrokenBlade” Çelik (24), the top laner for the strongest European team, G2.
For fans of Eintracht Spandau, PowerOfEvil is probably the big star:
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HandOfBlood wanted to change e-sports with his LoL team, now he is finally the German champion
What problem does Upset have? During a match between Upset’s team, Karmine Corp, and the MAD Lions, a comparison was drawn between Upset and the Spanish player Supa (23).
The caster Andrew “Vedius” Day (31) said:
Supa had already reached the finals in his first split.
While Upset finished 10th and thus last in the LEC for 3 consecutive times. He was referencing Upset’s poor phase at Team Vitality and the 10th place in the Spring Split 2024, where Karmine Corp also had a 2-7 record, finishing in 10th place.
Vedius’s statement could certainly be interpreted as him directly blaming Upset for his teams’ poor performances.
Currently, Karmine Corp is in 4th place with a 1-1 record in the still young LEC Summer Season 2024.
Upset is disturbed by the criticism: Context and nuances were missing
This bothers Upset: The German says he does not understand why casters spread such a negative narrative without providing important context or considering how it could affect the careers of players or coaches when they say these things:
“There are no nuances; you just put people down when they are having a bad moment.”
How is this being discussed? The caster apologizes and says sometimes he misses the mark when trying to be both funny and critical.
Upset accepts the apology and says it was important for him to make it clear that players are real people and should be viewed as such.
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In response, other users on reddit find the confrontation and mutual handling generally good and appreciate how an actual conflict emerged and was resolved reasonably.
The new Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which is set to be released on October 25, 2024, is already causing an uproar in the community. The blame lies with the price, which is higher than ever before.
How expensive is the new Call of Duty? The new Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is the most expensive CoD to date when looking at the standard editions. At €79.99 during pre-sale, players can already purchase the game and then play it on October 25, 2024.
Previously, the last titles in the CoD series always cost €69.99, a price that fans begrudgingly accepted upon its introduction a few years ago. For years, Call of Duty, like many other full-price titles, was available for €60 in stores.
For fans, the new price is reason enough to complain.
Here you can watch the trailer for Call of Duty Black Ops 6:
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Trailer for CoD Black Ops 6 provides insight into the campaign
Fans are upset about the price but have a solution
How are the fans reacting? Call of Duty fans are outraged by the price increase. On Reddit, many users gather under a post by imjustanromanian titled “EXCUSE ME? €80!?” along with a screenshot of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on Steam.
Mpk_Paulin comments on Reddit: “I remember people were upset when the price rose to $70 two or three years ago. Expect games to cost $100 by the end of the decade.”
Arctimon seems to have already pinpointed the reason on Reddit: “The worst part is knowing that people will buy it because they never learn.”
Many other comments echo this sentiment, blaming buyers for the price increases. They presumably believe that the price hikes will not affect the number of copies sold.
Even if you only play Call of Duty with it, it would still be cheaper for about eight months. However, the Game Pass offers many hundreds of games that you also get for the price of €9.99 per month.
This is a good deal for users on Reddit, especially for players who are more interested in the campaign. Xboxben writes on Reddit: “Game Pass for $10, then finish the game and cancel.” SyberWolf also suggests on Reddit: “just buy one month of Game Pass.”
athiaxoff writes on Reddit: “Is it included in the Game Pass? I understand complaining about such prices, but that’s a bad example if they won’t sell anywhere near as many copies this time around.”
If you are into survival games, you will currently find a large selection of really strong titles on Steam. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus has sampled one of the new games: Aloft, which does not want to adhere to survival rules at all. But the feeling of freedom that the game conveys convinced him nevertheless – that is why he presents it to you here as part of Find Your Next Game.
With cozy games, I can usually be hunted. Occasionally, I play something that I really like – like Sun Haven. But usually, I need action, loot, and leveling, and above all, dark and rough worlds. Post-apocalyptic games are exactly my thing.
Accordingly, I prefer the tough survival games. And recently, I discovered two really good gems:
Nonetheless, the first images have intrigued me. I wanted to know what this huge world is about and why so much open sky is visible. The game really surprised me.
Aloft is completely different from the survival games I know and otherwise play. There are still typical features as you know them from the genre, such as:
a “naked” start with nothing, first of all, stones and wood must be collected
crafting leads to the first workbench and archaic tools
new resources unlock new recipes and gradually enough comes together for a small base
After this point, however, the similarities with the genre largely end. Eating and drinking are not essential for survival but provide buffs, similar to Valheim and other modern survival games.
In Aloft, it is less about your own survival than about getting to know the world and saving it in a certain way. Because it revolves around exploring flying islands and discovering what our predecessors left behind there.
Even better than Enshrouded: I feel the freedom in the air
The biggest feature of Aloft is the movement, and it makes the game really grand. After just a few minutes, I get the first recipe for a glider stand, where I can build myself a glider, and from here on, it takes off.
With a few leaves on my back, I fly from island to island in the world. There are rune stones and frescoes that tell the story of the game and unlock new recipes. I often find new resources only elsewhere.
So fliegt ihr auf einem Gleiter aus Gras durch die Welt von Aloft
Gliding here is virtually endless – or at least up to the demo’s limits. And if that is not enough, you can simply convert one of the flying islands into your own airship. All you need is a steering wheel, a rudder, and sails, and you can control your own floating rock.
This is only possible with “small” islands, but even those are large enough to build your own little house and a farm on it, and maybe take a few animals along.
A detail that I particularly like: Buildings that are somewhere on deserted islands can be learned as a blueprint through a sketchbook. With a little paper, I can learn how to build planting boxes for plants myself.
However, Aloft is by no means a peaceful farming simulation. Many of the islands are infested with … something. The boulders are not friendly, green overgrown, but dark, black, and muddy.
When landing, there are mushrooms and strange plants with the info: If I want to do anything here, I have to destroy the “nodes” first. These are nasty giant mushrooms that contaminate the islands.
The battles take place, at least in the current state, quite linearly:
cutting a few pustules
dodging tentacles
attacking the “head” when it appears
then fighting adds – small mushroom people that hit back
repeating until all mushrooms are gone
With each victory, I learn new combat moves and can now jump on enemies, throw them in the air, and chop them up coolly while sliding. It is not an absolutely wild combat system, but it is a nice contrast to the otherwise peaceful exploration.
These strange towers are the enemy.These “hearts” must be destroyed.Nasty mushroom creatures attack!New skills!
Nice demo, but too lean
As much fun as Aloft has given me in the first hours, it currently lacks depth. Exploration is definitely the core theme of the game, and unfortunately, the demo sets quick limits here.
In the middle of the really huge map is an ugly-looking whirlpool that you cannot reach. There also seem to be other biomes, but I could not discover any of them. After a certain time, the game simply says: “You have reached the end of the demo.”
Currently, I do not know what the long-term motivation here is supposed to look like. If there is a certain story that simply ends at some point, like in Raft, that would already be enough.
I found this map – it shows a gigantic world.The whirlpool looks dangerous. What is there?The limits of the demo are not particularly subtle.
Flying through the skies with up to eight people in co-op sounds like enough fun and entertainment for many hours. But only if there is enough to discover – which is currently lacking. At least building and farming are already there, and that will please some of my acquaintances.
By the way, there is also the option to create your own islands or play in creative mode. So, if you are not as goal-oriented as I am, you will surely find more to do here.
I cannot give a proper conclusion yet. But anyone who generally likes big games with a lot of exploration and especially wants to fly should definitely keep an eye on Aloft. Just flying around has fascinated me from the very first moment. The game is set to enter early access on Steam in autumn 2024 and offers a free demo at the Steam Next Fest. If you are looking for something else until the release, you can find the best survival games for PC, PS5, and Xbox here.
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Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is a new soulslike that will be released in July for PC, PS5, and Xbox Game Pass. Currently, a free demo is available on Steam. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus had the opportunity to play it in advance and wants to introduce you to the game as part of Find Your Next Game, even though he has kissed the ground more often than he would like.
I like tough games. Whether in survival games, RPGs, or soulslikes: it can be dark, dirty, and even tiring. This makes every victory even sweeter.
The soulsborne games, namely Dark Souls and Bloodborne, as well as the soulslike genre they created, are just such games: brutally difficult, but with a reward feeling like no other.
A soulslike genre with a fantasy world and flintlock pistols, bringing a certain pirate and pioneer flair.
Equally crazy characters as in Dark Souls, with café owners who carry their faces in their hands.
Battles against awakened gods, because anything else would be too easy.
And finally, a small fox god who accompanies me and supports me with magic.
Back then, I could only watch. Now I finally had the opportunity to play Flintlock for the first time in a preview version. I don’t think I’ve ever pressed Alt+F4 so early in a game. And that was just the demo…
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Flintlock: The trailer for the demo launch at Steam Next Fest introduces the Soulslike
A soulslike with pistols and … Gwent?
With Find Your Next Game, we want to show you games on GameStar, GamePro, and MeinMMO that you can invest your time in next. I think Flintlock can achieve just that, because I know for sure that many of you will totally celebrate Elden Ring.
To catch you up first: What is Flintlock actually? The story is quite quickly explained. You play as Nor, a pioneer in the war against an army of the undead and accidentally ensure that imprisoned gods are set free.
Now you clean up again, avenge fallen friends, go kill gods, and in the meantime, save the world from destruction. At its core, the game is a soulslike game with all the features that come with it:
“Souls” that are called glory here and used for leveling, purchasing, and crafting – and which are, of course, lost upon death.
Action gameplay focusing on combat and features like combos, dodging, and parrying.
“Bonfires,” or resting places that must be unlocked, where you can rest and reset the world.
Loads of regular enemies that can already become dangerous and, of course, enormous boss fights.
What differentiates Flintlock from the genre are its peculiarities. Despite the rather sinister story and all the undead everywhere, the game is not particularly “dark.” The sun shines, there are many normal humans, and even some laughing people.
The bosses look quite dangerous.Even cute companions can be fierce.Liberated villages have something idyllic about them.Some characters are really out there.Schmocobos!Companion Enki is quite cute.Every second person wants to play Sebo…
The main difference lies in the weapons and skills. You start with an axe and a flintlock pistol, later getting other variants and at least one musket (which corresponds to the bow in souls). The weapons are important because you use them to execute combos, interrupt enemies, or take out targets with headshots to control the flow of combat.
Instead of building a build through attributes like in souls, you learn new abilities with the “souls.” Thus, your companion can choose more spells, you can suddenly hit while dodging, or charge shots. This aligns with your playstyle.
Additionally, there is – for some reason – a minigame that almost every NPC wants to play with you: Sebo, a variant of mills. It resembles Gwent in Witcher 3, which I found annoying back then, but it offers easily earned glory. When there’s nothing else to do in a lost world…
Instead of stats, there are skills.Enki learns new spells.Equip is also available.Even upgrades are possible!Sebo is… practically Gwent. And everyone wants to play it.
Even ordinary mobs deal heavy blows
What captivates me about Flintlock is the gameplay. Like in any good soulslike, it’s all about timing and skill – and knowing the enemy. I have to study movements and learn when to counter with which move.
However, in Flintlock, almost every enemy has attacks that cannot be parried and have enormous range. This is not a problem in itself, as a quick pistol shot can interrupt them. Only that:
Gunpowder is limited and replenished through melee combat.
The pistol fires quite slowly; the animation takes forever.
An ongoing action, like an attack, is not interrupted.
I don’t know how often it’s happened that I’ve died to some random mob, certainly more than 20 times. My colleague Christoph Waldboth only failed against bosses in Elden Ring, but in Flintlock, even some random bandits beat me up.
Is it frustrating? Yes, absolutely. Am I giving up because of it? No, definitely not! Those bastards stole my souls, my glory, and I want them back!
Twice, I lost 5,000 glory (a proud sum for the demo) due to sheer silly mistakes. The worst: after a really close fight against the bandit chief, my Nor jumped toward an explosive barrel when she shot at it.
I don’t know why she did that, but she blew herself up, costing me my entire fortune. That was my first rage quit after less than 2 hours after an otherwise great run:
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I am losing a fight against a barrel in Flintlock and losing a fortune
The point I was at is already the end of the demo. I found myself in a “stronghold,” which are villages and places you can liberate to unlock new merchants, NPCs, and quests. So much more RPG than in souls.
After about 4 hours, I managed to take this stronghold, during which I spent more than 2 hours just for that one location and its end boss – who, by the way, is just a miniboss, not a real story boss. Thanks for that.
You can now play the demo for free on Steam as part of the Steam Next Fest. The full release will be on July 18 for PC, Xbox, and PS5. It will be available on Game Pass starting Day 1.
I will use the demo further to check out a bit more of the world, because just like in Dark Souls, there are tons of side quests, collectibles, and hidden items to find.
I will probably die multiple times, I will probably curse the game multiple times, and I will probably start it again the next day to continue. The crux of soulslikes. Perhaps Flintlock will even drive me far enough to go back to the gym: Lies of P made me so mad that I quit in anger and drove to the gym at night
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Yesterday, on June 9, 2024, a new trailer for Dragon Age: The Veilguard was released, focusing on the new companions of the role-playing game. MyMMO author has been waiting a long time for new information, but what she got was disillusioning.
EA and Bioware delivered a new trailer for Dragon Age: Veilguard and introduced the new companions. Just as the official name was quickly changed from “Dreadwolf” to “Veilguard” recently, I became even more skeptical than I already was.
Unfortunately, the trailer did not restore much hope for me. Although at least two characters made me very happy:
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Dragon Age: The Veilguard introduces your companions in the trailer
My love for Dragon Age and its characters developed several years ago. Even if my journey with the franchise is probably a bit unconventional. I started with Dragon Age: Inquisition after a friend had talked a lot about it. Afterwards, I played the third part of the series multiple times and love it to this day.
I eventually got around to playing the second part and find it just as awesome as Inquisition. So it’s clear that I was very excited when the news came that Dragon Age 4 was in the works. However, since then, Bioware has often managed to bring me down from that excitement in a rather bumpy way.
What I like about the trailer: I don’t want to just complain about the new trailer, which is why I start with what at least initially made me happy. The return of two favorite characters. Varric Tethras and Scout Harding make their appearance right at the beginning of the trailer.
Varric has actually aged quite a bit with his gray hair, and I wondered how much time might have passed. I hope Varric hasn’t lost his amazing personality with age. In the trailer, I haven’t seen much of it, but it’s just a trailer, so let’s wait and see.
My only thought when I saw Harding was: “Finally!” Because I was really hoping that the tough dwarf would play a bigger role. Seeing her in the trailer initially heightened my enthusiasm, but unfortunately, it didn’t last long.
Atmosphere reminiscent of Fortnite or Overwatch
New companions were gradually introduced while Varric and Harding discussed which members they would need for their mission. Among them were an elemental mage, a necromancer, a Qunari, a mage-hunter, and a Veil-jumper.
Leaving aside the fact that so far no character has really appealed to me and I thought, that one looks interesting or particularly cool, at some point, the graphic style especially caught my eye.
And here comes the point that bothers me the most. Because there is still not enough information about the story, the characters, or the humor of the game for me to form a judgment. I’m being honest and I don’t have much hope here either, but I want to keep a little bit of it.
However, if the graphic style of this cinematic trailer is what we will also get in the game, then it simply doesn’t match Dragon Age for me and actually takes away a large part of my anticipation for the game. The characters look more like they’ve stumbled over from Overwatch or Fortnite and been put into Dragon Age’s clothing.
Since this is “only” a pre-rendered trailer, it does not represent the entire game. A hope that fans might still have.
In general, I think this cartoon style from the trailer does not fit at all with the world of Dragon Age. A look at the comments (via YouTube) showed me that I’m not alone in this opinion. “My old friend, what have they done to you…”, expresses a user his sorrow. And many are wondering why they chose this “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Suicide Squad” style now.
“Solas was right, it is too painful to live in a world like this,” writes another user in his comment and receives a lot of agreement for it. A fan replies in his comment, stating he remembers all trailers since Origins and has always been excited like a little child, but now he must cry like a little child.
Among the comments, you can find tons of such reactions, and I can’t blame them. At the moment, it simply doesn’t look like the franchise that many fans love so much. Tomorrow, on June 11, 2024, the first gameplay is supposed to be shown. Let’s wait and see what that brings us. A former developer from Bioware has a special opinion on the gaming industry: The mind behind some of the best role-playing games says: “Maybe the gaming industry deserves to die”
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PSVR2 is officially available only for the PS5. But can Sony’s hardware also be used on a gaming PC?
What is PSVR2?PlayStation VR 2, or PSVR2 for short, is the successor to the “Virtual Reality” headset PSVR, which was released for the PS4. The successor is a massive upgrade compared to the original, capable of utilizing the performance of the PS5.
Update: The article was first published in January 2024. On June 10, 2024, we have updated the article with the latest and official information on PSVR2 PC support. In this context, we have thoroughly revised the article.
Last updates: June 10, 2024, January 8, 2024
Technical details of PSVR2 at a glance:
Display technology
OLED
Panel resolution
2000×2040 per eye
Refresh rate
90 Hz or 120 Hz
Lens separation
Adjustable
Field of view
Approx. 110 degrees
Sensors
Motion sensor: Six-axis motion sensor system (3-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometer) Connection sensor: IR proximity sensor
Cameras
4 integrated cameras for headset and controller tracking; IR camera for gaze tracking per eye
Feedback
Vibration in the headset
Communication with PS5
USB-C
Audio
Input: Integrated microphone Output: Stereo headphone jack
Official PC support for PSVR2 starting August 2024
Will there be official support? Yes, Sony announced in an official blog post that PlayStation VR2 will officially receive support for PC.
When can PSVR2 be used on PC? Official support for PlayStation VR2 on PC will be available starting August 7, 2024. From that point on, you will be able to use your PSVR device for games on Steam.
What hardware do I need on PC? If you want to use PSVR 2 on your computer, you will need the so-called “PlayStation VR2” PC adapter. The adapter will cost €59.99 at launch and will be available directly from Sony or from other retailers.
The community had previously speculated that “due to Sony’s design decisions,” an additional device would be needed to get PSVR2 running on PC. This was reported back then by Videogameschronicle.
How can you use PSVR 2 on PC?
Connect your PlayStation VR2 to the PC using the “PS VR2 PC” adapter and the DisplayPort 1.4 cable.
Then download the “PlayStation VR2” app and the “SteamVR” app from Steam. Now you can set up and configure PS VR2 on your PC.
-NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 or newer -NVIDIA RTX series -AMD Radeon RX 5500XT or newer / AMD Radeon RX 6500XT or newer
Sony recommends at least an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600XT
DisplayPort
DisplayPort 1.4
Connectivity
Direct via USB or Bluetooth 4.0 or newer
PSVR 2: All features you can use on PC and which are missing
PSVR 2: The following features are missing on PC:
HDR
Headset feedback
Eye tracking
Adaptive triggers
Haptic feedback (except vibrations)
PSVR2: These functions are supported on PC:
4K visualization (2000×2040 per eye)
110-degree field of view
Finger touch detection
Transparency
Foveated rendering (without eye tracking)
3D audio
What games can you play on PC? Sony emphasizes in its blog post that “PS VR2 games on PS5 are the most immersive experience,” but you are basically not limited in any way. With the PSVR2 headset, you can play all games from Steam or other platforms, as long as the headset or game is supported by the platform.
Is PSVR2 worth it for me? Are you considering buying the new VR system for your PS5? Then take a look at the following overview, where we explain the pros and cons of the new system and for whom it might ultimately be worthwhile:
While many are waiting for GTA VI, a new game will be released this summer on Steam and PS5, which puts you on the other side of the law.
What kind of game is it? The Precinct is a mix of GTA and police simulation, where you take on the role of a new law enforcer. In the fictional city of Avernus in the United States during the 1980s, you are tasked with maintaining law and order.
The city is already plagued by criminals like gangs, vagrants, and thugs, who instill fear and terror among the population. From parking tickets to chases, shootings, and robberies, The Precinct offers crimes of all kinds for you to solve. There will also be procedurally generated crimes for you.
There is no shortage of vehicles in the game. Not only can you drive cars, but helicopters can also be piloted. You won’t have to wait long for the good side’s version of GTA, as the game already has a release date.
Here you can watch the trailer for The Precinct:
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The Precinct shows in the release trailer what it would be like to be a cop in GTA
Criminals will be taken down this summer
When is The Precinct set to be released? The Precinct made a surprise appearance at the Future Game Show and announced its release date there. On August 15, The Precinct will launch for PC on Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as on XBOX Series X|S and PS5. It has been known for a few months that The Precinct is set to release in 2024.
So in August, it will be possible to dive into the nostalgic atmosphere of the game and shorten the wait for GTA VI a bit.
Is it just about crime fighting? The backstory of our character actually plays a crucial role in the game. As 3DJuegos reports, appearances can be deceiving, and it is not just about taking down some criminals. Our character probably ended up in the police for a special reason.
He aims to solve the murder of his own father, and what better way to do that than to become a police officer himself. Whether and how that works out remains open. If you want to shorten the wait for GTA VI and The Precinct, we have a tip for you that you can play right now: A game series on Steam is ideal to shorten the wait for GTA 6
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On Steam, there is a free demo of a new MMO that could especially excite fans of fast cars and racing games. Everything you need to know about it can be found here.
What game is this about? Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown is the upcoming MMO on Steam, which should especially satisfy racing game fans. The game has been in development at KT Racing since 2016. On September 12, 2024, the game is now set to officially release on Steam, PS5, and Xbox under Nacon.
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The new racing game MMO will be released in September 2024
What can you expect? The franchise behind Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown has been providing you with various racing games since 1987, and since then, Test Drive has continually evolved. The latest version is no exception and aims to continue the series with a huge game world.
You are promised 84 square kilometers of an open world here. In comparison, Red Dead Redemption 2 offers “only” 75 square kilometers and GTA 5 81 square kilometers if we exclude the water surfaces. This should give you a rough idea of how large the world of Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown will be.
The game is described by official sources as an open-world racing game with great attention to detail, innovative gameplay elements, and a ton of cars from 30 well-known manufacturers like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, and Aston Martin. There will be many models waiting for you, ranging from everyday cars from the 1960s to very modern cars.
The huge demo with plenty of content only this week
What does the demo offer? The free demo that you can currently download on Steam promises to give you a detailed look at the MMO right now. The demo will be available until June 17, 2024. Until then, you are not time-restricted. You can test the game for as long as you like.
The demo also offers plenty of content for you to try out. Out of a total of 14 areas on Hong Kong Island, you will be able to explore nine freely. A total of 16 cars will be available, which you can acquire from seven different car dealers. With these, you can complete 27 races and 25 missions, and overall, the demo will provide you with 18 upgrades for your cars.
The latest installment of a third-person shooter series recently got a new trailer. Fans haven’t had any news from State of Decay 3 for over four years, but now there is finally new material to see.
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Xur is a staple of the community in Destiny 1 and 2. He provides guardians with exotic goods from distant systems and supplies them with cryptic messages. Unfortunately, he is increasingly being ignored by long-time players. What Bungie has changed to make him more worthwhile, you can find out here.
What was the problem with Xur? The black market trader of the Nine supplied guardians in Destiny 1 with rare exotics that had fantastic stats. In Destiny 2, however, that was not the case. Xur was mainly used to obtain missing exotics for the collection. Armor with good stats? Not a chance.
Every now and then Xur would deliver some legendary God Rolls or armor from past seasons, but these were not enough to entice guardians to visit him. Bungie was aware of this and therefore announced a major overhaul for the tentacle-faced vendor. On June 7, 2024, it was finally time, as guardians can now interact with the new range of the vendor, but how good is it?
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Destiny 2: The Final Shape „Edge of Salvation“ Raid Trailer
Expanded Offer, Reputation Rank, and More!
What has changed? First, the location has changed. It will now only be on the Tower and will also be marked on this map. His locations are no longer scattered all over the system on different planets.
He will be marked with a symbol on the Tower
His inventory has also changed. Xur now offers not only exotic weapons and armor but also catalysts, which rotate after each visit. Legendary weapons and armor are still included as usual.
A major new feature is his reputation rank system, which resembles that of the cryptarch. You earn reputation points when you spend Strange Coins at Xur. This allows you to obtain weapons, armor pieces, and powerful upgrades.
This is what his inventory looks like now
However, the most interesting change is something that could not be officially discovered yet. Through the tracking site light.gg, we got a brief overview of what Xur had to offer, and we were astonished. According to the data, the black market trader will even offer Artistic Armor – armor with guaranteed strong stats.
Whether the armors will be offered for sale randomly at some point is still unknown, but for this reason alone, the vendor could become worthwhile, especially for long-time players looking to complete their builds.
Is Xur worth it now? That depends on what you need. If you have no desire to farm catalysts, you can check in with Xur weekly to complete your collection. If the Artistic Armors are ever included in the inventory, long-time players will surely visit the tentacle-faced vendor.
Note that you need Strange Coins to purchase items from Xur. You receive them randomly from core activities like Strikes, Gambit, or the Crucible.
Filming horror movies can, in some cases, be quite emotionally challenging for actors and can linger after work. This was also the case for the lead actress from 50 Shades of Grey, who participated in the remake of a classic horror film.
Which actress is it? Many of you probably know Dakota Johnson from 50 Shades of Grey and the subsequent parts. Those who have ignored the series so far and are interested in superheroes might have seen Johnson in Madame Web. The Marvel film from this year received poor reviews and has a rating of only 11% on Rotten Tomatoes.
However, Dakota Johnson has made several other noteworthy films. For example, the remake of an Italian horror film that is long considered a classic and cult film. And as is often the case with horror films, working on it can have lasting effects.
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Creepy atmosphere in the trailer for ‘Suspiria’ (2018)
The lead role in the remake of a genre classic
Which film is it?Suspiria from 2018 is the loose remake of an Italian horror film of the same name from 1977. The original was created by Dario Argento, arguably the most important representative of Italian “Giallo” cinema, a subgenre of thrillers that is very close to horror films due to its brutal murder scenes.
The remake of Suspiria was directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call me by your name, Challengers). In it, Dakota Johnson plays an aspiring dancer named Susie, who wants to join a dance school in Berlin. She quickly celebrates her first small successes and becomes an important figure within the school. However, as is typical with horror films, appearances can be deceiving, and the dark sides of the story soon emerge.
The film is, among other things, not for every viewer due to the strong emotions of the main character, as well as the horror elements. Making such a film can also be challenging for the actors in front of the camera.
How did Dakota Johnson experience the filming? The work itself was a lot of fun, the actress says today. On set, it was very funny, even cheerful.
However, she absorbed a lot of emotions through her role and was unable to shake them off after filming without help:
When I work on a project, I sometimes realize that I – I don’t feel ashamed of it – am a very permeable person and absorb many feelings from people. When you sometimes work on dark things, it can stick with you, and then talking to someone who is really nice is a really good way to move on. My therapist is a really nice woman.
Johnson was not traumatized after filming, yet she sought professional help in the form of therapy to process the strong emotions.
Suspiria, by the way, received mixed reviews from critics. The film holds a critic rating of 65% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Whether you prefer the remake or the much more comic-like original is probably a matter of taste. Both are presented in their own way eerie and very atmospheric. Have you seen either of the films, or even both? Which do you prefer? Let us know in the comments! If you are looking for horror recommendations, check out MeinMMO – for example, a list of 5 WTF movies.
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The new raid from Destiny 2: The Final Shape showed the Guardians that the conclusion of a saga must be earned. Team Parabellum was the first to secure the ‘World First’, but how did they perceive the new raid? One of them shares his experience.
What kind of raid was it? This is the last raid focusing on the “Light and Darkness” saga: The Edge of Salvation. In this raid, players had to stop the Witness after the campaign of “The Final Shape” before he could execute the final form.
Parabellum is a relatively unknown team, as they did not stream their raid run like other players from Destiny 2 – thus, no one could watch them defeat the Witness live. They only published their run on YouTube later (via youtube.com).
Despite this, Tyraxe revealed insights about how he felt on Day One. In his opinion, this is the greatest raid in the history of Destiny. In an interview with evanf1997 on YouTube, the world champion spoke about his experiences (via youtube.com).
What does he say about the raid? According to Tyraxe, they initially had difficulties with the first phase of the raid. However, once they had the hang of it, they sprinted from one encounter to the next until they faced the Witness.
According to him, the difficulty was not in damage but in survival: “Many damage opportunities with very small radius, then dodging attacks that kill you instantly. We almost defeated the boss in two phases, but we played more with our lives than focusing on damage.”
How difficult was the raid? When looking at comparisons to previous raid clears and their completion times, it’s clear that “Edge of Salvation” is the toughest raid in Destiny 2 so far.
The mix of fast add-clear, puzzles, and holding effects is challenging. Additionally, Guardians must constantly stay in motion if they want to deal damage to bosses. In most raids, damage is dealt stationary, which is why the Witness could keep many Guardians occupied for several hours.
