Pokémon GO: From today you should really put effort into your first throw

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO, the event Catch Wonder begins. This can bring you a lot of XP and Stardust if you do it right. And: the Master Ball too.

When does Catch Wonder start in Pokémon GO? The next May event starts on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM.

The end is on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 8:00 PM.

You have six days to take advantage of the event bonuses. And you should do this and plan a little, because there is a really good opportunity to collect XP and Stardust.

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Use the first throw of the day – every day

You need to keep in mind: The focus of the event is on the first actions you take each day in Pokémon GO.

For the first Pokémon caught of the day, you will receive:

  • the tenfold XP
  • and five times the Stardust

This bonus can be extremely worthwhile if you make a really strong throw – specifically, a “fantastic” throw. Because that already brings in 1,000 XP if the catch is successful. With tenfold XP, that should result in 10,000 XP, with a Lucky Egg even 20,000. So make an effort when making your first catch of the day to turn it into a fantastic throw as much as possible.

However: The first catch of the day already gives you 1,500 XP, and additional bonuses are available for factors like the Curveball. That should also be multiplied by ten. So don’t miss catching at least one Pokémon every day this week.

Plan your 7-day streak: If you manage to complete your 7-day streak during the event, you will also receive a bonus of 2,500 XP for the throw.

The whole thing theoretically times ten. And if you have a Lucky Egg active, that should also double it.

Theoretically, you should be able to earn an extreme amount of XP from the first throw of the day if the 7-day streak succeeds during the event.

By the way, the Stardust looks similar; it also gets a bonus of 3,000 Stardust for the first catch on the seventh day in a row – which should also be multiplied by five thanks to the event.

So the bonus should be worthwhile. Because even in events with four times XP or Stardust, players have already been able to record crazy numbers for individual throws.

By the way: the first spun PokéStop of the day also gives tenfold XP during the event.

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Also: New Master Ball in Pokémon GO

In addition to the bonuses, a new Masterwork research will be introduced, which has no time limit. That’s good, as they always take a long time and are quite difficult. However, the reward is worth it: A new Master Ball can be obtained. And it catches every Pokémon. Which monsters are worth using the Master Ball on, you can read here.

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Player asks whether he should exchange his graphics card for a free GTX 1070 – Others advise: “Definitely!”

Martin Vollert Martin Vollert Reading time 3 minutes

A player receives a used GTX 1070 as a gift. Although the model offers more performance than his younger graphics card, he still wonders whether the upgrade is worthwhile.

An upgrade for one’s gaming PC can vary greatly depending on the hardware component. Additionally, costs can quickly exceed the upgrade budget and can be easily overlooked as a beginner in PC assembly.

A player was fortunate enough to receive a GTX 1070 as a gift. Although the graphics card would provide more performance in his system, he is uncertain about using it due to the hardware’s crypto-mining past.

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Used Mining Graphics Card as a Worthwhile Upgrade?

What kind of graphics card is it? The player GmVik3 reports on Reddit about a gift from his uncle. He gifted him a used GameRock GeForce GTX 1070 with 8 GB of video memory. According to him, the Nvidia graphics card was used for crypto-mining.

Since his gaming PC has a weaker GTX 1650 Super, he asks the community whether the upgrade is really worth it, even though the GTX 1070 is already 8 years old and has been used for mining. He does not, however, have to worry about space issues during installation, as another user had to experience.

“My uncle gave me his old used mining GTX 1070 8 GB. Should I replace my GTX 1650 Super with it?”

GmVik3 on Reddit

Other users point out to GmVik3 that despite its age, the GTX 1070 has over 8 GB of video memory, providing twice the memory compared to the 1650 Super with only 4 GB. This gives the GTX 1070 an advantage in modern games with high-resolution textures.

In response to the player’s question, bmyvalntine answers clearly in his comment:

  • “Definitely. Doubling the video memory and a significant increase in raw performance.”

How significant would the upgrade be? Thanks to its higher raw performance and double the memory, the older model from June 2016 outperforms its successor from November 2019 in a direct performance comparison, provided the graphics card is connected correctly and doesn’t yield significantly fewer FPS than expected.

In a ranking on techpowerup.com, a leaderboard includes both models, allowing for an accurate comparison. The colleagues checked, among other things, the average FPS that the cards achieved at different resolutions.

1920×1080 (Full HD)

  • GTX 1650 Super: 68.7 FPS
  • GTX 1070: 87.1 FPS

2560×1440 (WQHD)

  • GTX 1650 Super: 46.8 FPS
  • GTX 1070: 60.2 FPS

3840×2160 (4K Ultra HD)

  • GTX 1650 Super: 23.3 FPS
  • GTX 1070: 32.2 FPS

Regardless of the chosen resolution, the GTX 1070 consistently computes faster than its successor. In Full HD, it is over 26%, in WQHD more than 28%, and in 4K Ultra HD even 38% more FPS.

While both cards provide enough performance for a smooth gaming experience in Full HD, only the 1070 reaches the magical 60 FPS mark in WQHD. In 4K Ultra HD, it still achieves a respectable 32.2 FPS. The 1650 Super, with 46.8 and 23.3 FPS, falls significantly behind.

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What speaks against the exchange? In terms of performance, there is nothing against installing the GTX 1070. The question remains whether the card has suffered damage due to mining and could fail prematurely, for instance, if its cooling was insufficient due to poor wiring.

This question cannot be answered definitively, as it is unclear under what specifications the card was operated during mining. Many miners underclock their graphics cards and ensure good cooling of the components to operate them as energy-efficiently and effectively as possible.

If this is the case, a consistent load on the video memory during mining results in less wear on the hardware than in regular gaming, where a graphics card is subjected to varying levels of stress.

If GmVik3 wants to play it safe, he could keep his 1650 Super and reinstall it if the 1070 fails unexpectedly.

The player can consider himself lucky to have received a graphics card that is faster than his own model. Regardless of its mining past, the GTX 1070 represents a free upgrade. However, if one invests a lot of money in a new graphics card, they should not skimp on accessories either: gamer buys a $500 graphics card, only to secure it with half a pencil for a few cents

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LoL legend Faker explains why winning is not that important to him anymore

Fabienne Kissel Fabienne Kissel Reading time 2 minutes

The legendary LoL pro Faker revealed why winning is no longer as important to him. He also talks about what made T1 even stronger.

Lee Faker Sang-hyeok, also known as the Unkillable Demon King and the Goat, is undoubtedly a legend in League of Legends. His impressive career began in 2013 when the then 17-year-old Faker won his first World Championship title at the LoL Worlds with team T1. Since then, he has achieved remarkable successes and can proudly look back on four World Championship titles with T1.

In an interview with Dexerto, Faker reflects on how his perspectives have changed and the challenges T1 has overcome.

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Faker Sets New Focus

What does he say in the interview? Despite his success at Worlds 2023 and numerous other titles, Faker emphasized that his view on life and his career has changed. He talks about not focusing solely on wins or losses, but rather looking ahead and facing new challenges.

He says the following:

I can’t say that I have changed because of the injury last year. But around that time, I started to differentiate my mindset and approach to preparing for games. There has definitely been a change. I wanted to become much more solid internally.

I don’t want to be shaken by a single win or loss, but rather face further challenges, be proactive, and continue to move forward. Those are the changes I’ve made internally.

Lee Sang-hyeok Faker in an interview with Dexerto

His focus is no longer on winning and making money. He even rejected an offer from a Chinese team for nearly 17 million euros.

The 28-year-old also shares his thoughts on retiring as a pro, stressing that he sets no limits for himself and wants to gain as much experience as possible as a professional player.

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Faker on Challenges T1 Overcame and Made Them Stronger

What does Faker say about the team? Faker’s trust in his team and his willingness to rely on his teammates has likely increased over the years. Last year, he was sometimes on the bench due to an arm injury.

He says the following about his team:

When I saw them playing on stage without me, I had a certain trust in them that they would do great. But they didn’t do as well as I expected; they had a tough time. […]

Faker in an interview with Dexerto

Although it was heart-wrenching for him to watch them, he didn’t want to focus on the negative aspects. Instead, he chose to find a silver lining in that moment and focus on that.

The victory at Worlds 2023 (along with Faker) marked a turning point, which according to Faker made the team stronger and the players more independent from the outcomes of individual games. Faker emphasizes that their victory and the experiences from last year (2023) made T1 a better team. He revealed even more in an interview about his life philosophy: LoL legend Faker shares his life philosophy, and fans claim: “He has become Ryze”

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The 10 Best Post-Apocalyptic Games 2024 for PS5, PC and Xbox

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 14 minutes

MeinMMO presents the best post-apocalyptic games set in an apocalyptic scenario that you can play on PS5, PC, and Xbox. These are the best games where the world has already ended.

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What is a post-apocalyptic scenario, and what kind of games are they? A post-apocalyptic scenario describes a world after a huge catastrophe that has changed the entire world.

Often, the real world or an alternate reality serves as the setting, such as years or decades after a nuclear war, a natural disaster, or another form of destructive violence.

The games listed here all share the commonality that you play in a destroyed world and must find your way, survive, or rebuild it. These are bleak scenarios in which you must make the most out of the devastated world.

Update from May 13, 2024: We have updated the list. Death Stranding and Doom Eternal have been removed, and now you can find Stellar Blade and Remnant 2 here. The bonus games have also been expanded.

How we selected the games: The games listed below are an unordered list, not a ranking. In our selection, we considered several criteria to compile the games:

  • Rating on Metascore and Steam
  • Personal assessment by the editorial team
  • Success of the games

In the list, you will find both multiplayer and single-player titles from various genres.

Frostpunk

Developer/Publisher: 11 bit studios | Platforms: PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S | Release: April 24, 2018 | Metascore: 84 for PC, 87 for consoles | Genre: Simulation, city-building strategy | Mode: Single-player

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Frostpunk – Gameplay Trailer

What is Frostpunk about? In Frostpunk, you lead a group of people who were able to flee from the never-ending cold after a climate catastrophe in 1886. You are the leader of a city that you must manage while helping it overcome the cold. Steampunk-like steam technology is available to provide warmth.

How does Frostpunk play? Frostpunk is based on the necessity of constantly making tough decisions: Do you force children to work, or do you risk having generators fail, causing part of the city to freeze or starve? Can you keep people in good spirits while ensuring everything continues to operate under adverse conditions?

At its core, Frostpunk is a city-building strategy and simulation game. Accordingly, you will spend significant time planning your city and researching new technologies. However, you must also administer justice and take care of survival. Survival elements are also present, which is why Frostpunk is one of our best survival games.

The sequel, Frostpunk 2, is also already in the works and continues the story. After you have built a city, it is no longer just about survival but about how a society forms and shapes itself. Frostpunk 2 is scheduled for release on July 25, and we have already gotten a first impression:

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Frostpunk is worth it if you

  • have no problem making tough decisions.
  • are a fan of city-building strategy and planning (similar to the Caesar series).
  • like steampunk or do not want to deal with a post-war world or zombie apocalypses.

Frostpunk is made by the creators of This War of Mine, which is one of the best mobile survival games. So if you enjoyed this bleak setting and the tough decisions, you should take a look at Frostpunk.

An alternative to Frostpunk would be New Cycle. This city builder has similar features to Frostpunk but does without the snow setting and warmth as a resource. Instead, you must build a society and gradually acquire the lost knowledge: I just wanted to take a quick look at the tutorial in New Cycle, then I ended up building 2 cities for 5 hours.

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FC 24: Issues with the servers on May 13? – Some players report disturbances in the Champions

Thomas Dummer Thomas Dummer Reading time 2 minutes

Currently, some players are reporting server issues in FC 24. Especially in the Champions, there are disruptions and game crashes. A well-known FIFA expert is currently advising against playing the Weekend League.

Which game modes are affected by the disruptions? Reports of disruptions are mainly accumulating for the Champions Finals, which are usually referred to as the Weekend League.

According to some players, there have been game crashes here. Such a disconnect is counted as a loss regardless of the score.

This experience was made multiple times by an insider from the FIFA scene. Now, he is warning his community against playing the Weekend League.

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Who is this FIFA expert? Donktrading (here is his X-/formerly Twitter account) is one of the most well-known FIFA insiders in recent years. His community celebrates him for his tips and recommendations on buying and selling cards in Ultimate Team. “Donk” has also made a name for himself as a leaker.

In a post, he shares his experiences from the Weekend League and warns his community:

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Donk writes: “Don’t play Champions.”

  • “Game crashes in the last 3 matches”
  • “I can start Ultimate Team, but it’s not stable”

In the comments on this post, many users confirm this perception and report their own negative experiences with the servers in recent hours. There also seem to be problems for some players in Rivals.

So, caution is advised if you don’t want to receive losses due to disconnects. However, it could also be that the servers work perfectly for you.

We will keep you updated on news about this issue here.

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What can I still play without problems in EA FC 24?

All offline modes are still fully available. You can, for example, take a look at the career mode and assemble a team from the best talents in EA FC 24 to dominate the league and world football.

The regular kickoff mode also remains playable, allowing for simple matches to continue.

You can also do this in EA FC 24: Additionally, you can use the transfer market in Ultimate Team to sell players or bring them to your club. Perhaps you also use the break to improve your gameplay or practice some situations. The new training arena provides the perfect opportunity for this this year.

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The 7 Best MMORPGs with Action Combat System in 2024

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 11 minutes

MMORPGs come in various combat systems. Some rely on classic tab-targeting, where enemies are selected and then attacked, such as WoW or FFXIV. Others build on action combat, where targeting must be done deliberately. In this list, we specifically deal with the MMORPGs that have the best action combat system.

How did the list come about? The list was originally created by Alexander Leitsch and updated on May 13, 2024, by Karsten Scholz. The two MMORPG experts have already tried over 50 different online role-playing games and played each title mentioned here for several hours.

They explain what makes the combat system of each game so good and also mention some alternatives at the end of the article that did not make it into the top 7.

The list was last updated on May 13, 2024.

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Black Desert

Setting: Fantasy | Developer: Pearl Abyss | Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S | Release Date: March 3, 2016 | Model: Buy2Play

What makes the combat system so good? Black Desert features a very visually impressive, powerful action combat system, where you must always accurately target enemies and chain spectacular combos.

In attacks, characters wind up and usually hit multiple targets at once. The abilities feel powerful and come with a real effect storm. Hit enemies begin to stagger, leading to a certain impact from attacks and a great fun factor.

While dodging enemy attacks plays an important role in Black Desert, there is no classic block function. Additionally, the impact of blows is only visible on hit opponents, but you don’t necessarily feel it on your own character. Especially with the use of abilities, there is still room for improvement.

For fighting, Black Desert offers the choice of 27 different classes, all of which have different abilities.

This gameplay trailer of the Scholar provides an insight into the battles:

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Black Desert Online – Scholar Combat Trail

What does the game offer besides combat? Black Desert is a sandbox MMORPG and relies heavily on freedom:

  • While there are some quests, grinding mobs is much faster for leveling up
  • There is no maximum level in the game, but it takes agonizingly long to reach further levels after level 63
  • The economy is completely free and determined by the players
  • There are eleven life skills, including gathering, fishing, and cooking
  • You can build a network of NPC workers who can cultivate resources, brew beer from them, and then sell the beer to earn gold
  • There is housing and you can build your own ships
  • Starting from level 50, there is PvP in the open world
  • Recently, PvP arenas and a PvE dungeon for five players were introduced

Additionally, there are the so-called season servers, which are particularly suitable for newcomers or leveling new classes. These start regularly, have no PvP, and allow you to level up faster.

However, anyone who wants to play Black Desert must purchase the MMORPG once. There is no subscription.

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Who is Black Desert worth it for? Black Desert is aimed at sandbox fans who enjoy exploring an open world and want to enjoy the combat system. Much in BDO is tied to grind, such as crafting the best gear or production chains for the economy.

However, those looking for a classic theme park MMORPG with an overarching story, dungeons, and raids may not be happy with Black Desert. Because there are no instanced dungeons for groups. Additionally, you constantly have to reckon with PvP, which not every player type enjoys.

In 2023, a new expansion featuring more story, cutscenes, and boss battles was also released, which simultaneously requires less grind. Ideal for players who like Black Desert for its combat system, but may be put off otherwise.

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On Steam, you take on the role of a young nun traveling with the devil – has 89% positive reviews

Linda Knabe Linda Knabe Reading time 2 minutes

At the beginning of May, a new game about the journey of a young nun with an unusual companion was released on Steam. You can find out more about it here.

What game are we talking about? INDIKA is a game that was released on May 2, 2024, on Steam. A release on PS5 is expected to follow in the future. Until May 16, 2024, you can save 10% on a purchase on Steam.

INDIKA follows the story and journey of self-discovery of a young nun from Russia. During this journey, the nun named Indika has an unusual companion: the devil himself.

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As a young nun in Indika, you embark on a journey of self-discovery

What to expect: INDIKA is set in early 19th-century Russia, where religion confronts harsh reality. At this time, the young nun Indika sets out to find herself and cope with her monotonous life in the convent.

Her unusual connection to “evil” and a mission lead her out of the safety of the convent walls. Outside awaits a world that is described on Steam as a mix of comedy and tragedy. You take on the role of the nun Indika and travel through a distorted mirror world of reality.

The story of Indika is at the forefront

As the trailer shows, many different elements characterize the visually appealing game. Even though the story and conflict take center stage, you don’t just walk around as Indika: You find loot, solve puzzles, fight for your survival, and explore your past.

The sections about Indika’s past even differ visually from the rest of the game: You experience them in colorful 2D pixel graphics.

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How is the game received? So far, INDIKA seems to be more of a hidden gem on Steam. However, of the nearly 1,900 reviews, 89% are very positive. According to TwitchTracker, 215 streamers played the game on release day, and over 80,000 viewers were present.

It can be said that INDIKA generated attention, and there was hardly any negative criticism from players. The graphics and the mix of styles, as well as the interesting setting, are especially praised. “Disturbing, philosophical, funny, unpredictable… I haven’t encountered a game like this in a long time,” summarizes a player their opinion on Steam.

The main criticism is that the game sometimes rushes through interesting story segments too quickly, making it feel a bit rushed and unfinished. On May 2, a new co-op game also launched on Steam, which became a huge hit: A co-op game like Half-Life in a research lab is a massive success on Steam

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Diablo 4: 2 features from season 3 were so good, players want to keep them permanently

Nicole Wakulczyk Nicole Wakulczyk Reading time 2 minutes

In Diablo 4 Season 4 is just around the corner, but there are players who would love to keep two features from Season 3 permanently.

The main feature of the “Season of the Construct” was the companion, which you could customize with different stones. The Seneschal is a mechanical construct, that supports you in battle – or covers your back.

On May 14, Season 4 begins in Diablo 4 – and the Seneschal has to go. On Reddit, some players are saying now that they will miss him. But another seasonal feature was also well received by many.

The video gives you an insight into the changes in Season 4 of Diablo 4:

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“He kept me alive”

What exactly do the players want to keep? Just before the start of the new season, the companion from Season 3 comes up as a topic on Reddit. Many note that they will miss the Seneschal. But the vaults are also mentioned – the seasonal dungeons that were filled with traps.

As early as the end of January, players noted on Reddit that the vaults are more fun than the nightmare dungeons. This is mainly due to the better monster density, the rewarding loot, and the absence of boring events. On February 22, “canadiangirl_eh” noted on Reddit that the vaults are much faster, more lucrative, and more fun.

On May 12, “Tangojacks0n” asks in a post on Reddit if players will miss their Seneschal. The comment with the most upvotes comes from “IKEAboy_2006”. He writes on Reddit: “I will miss him. He was a good boy… he drew all the aggro away from my ice sorceress… and let her do her thing.”

“Amber-2k5” writes on Reddit that the developers could have “done so much more with this little guy.” And “QuimFinger” notes on Reddit that he hears here for the first time that the Seneschal will not follow him into the next season. This has shaken him deeply. He “kept him alive.”

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What remains from Season 3? Nothing seasonal. This means specifically: The Seneschal goes with Season 3, as do his stones and the possibility for the seasonal rewards from the Battle Pass. If you still want to collect those, you don’t have much time left. However, you will keep certain bonuses if you complete the regional progress.

On May 14 at 7 PM, Season 4 will be introduced in Diablo 4, including new features, a revised loot system, and two new crafting options. We summarize 3 things you should take care of beforehand.

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In Escape from Tarkov, you can now play a map for free that you previously had to grind for

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 3 minutes

In Escape from Tarkov, there was recently a controversial update that has nothing to do with the new edition. The developers have removed two fundamental restrictions and are testing how it goes.

Which map is involved? The map “The Lab” is now free to play for all Escape from Tarkov players. For years, all players who wanted to venture onto the map needed a keycard. The developers of Escape from Tarkov have now removed this restriction.

The keycard for the “The Lab” map had to be found by players beforehand, which often took a long time. Alternatively, it could be crafted or purchased on the flea market for in-game currency. Those who entered the map usually brought their best gear to make the expensive trip worthwhile.

The map “The Lab” offers the best loot in the game, but the high requirements for entry previously came with high risks.

You can watch the trailer for the spin-off of Escape From Tarkov, Arena, here:

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Escape from Tarkov: Arena announces launch of the closed beta

New experimental update turns the game upside down

What else is in the update? Besides the changes for access to the “The Lab” map, the developers of Escape from Tarkov have removed another restriction. For years, the game had two different labels for loot; either it was “Found in Raid,” meaning found in the raid, or it was not.

Only loot with the “Found in Raid” label could previously be sold to other players on the flea market. With the game’s update, the flea market has also been opened up for items without the “Found in Raid” status.

The status was actually meant to protect servers from players who went out without gear to gather as much loot as possible in a short time. Items received the status only if the player had been in the raid long enough or had earned enough experience points.

What do the changes mean for EFT? The game will likely see a return of the “axe men” – players who want to gather as much loot as possible armed only with a melee weapon. Presumably, the “The Lab” map will attract the attention of “low budget” players, as this is where the best loot can be found.

The game’s economy will probably also waver a bit, as many players can now sell their collected loot much faster. 

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What does the community say about the update? The community is somewhat divided, as are the developers. While this is a test, players on X (formerly Twitter) already have an idea of how the update will impact the game.

One of the largest content creators of EFT, Pestily, responds to the patch news on X with a GIF on Twitter that shows a man grabbing an axe.

User @BAXBEAST writes on X: “Holy sh*t, is the old Tarkov coming back? Today we’re playing Tarky, boys!”

But there are also critical voices in the community. @Superfkr1 writes on X: “Classic. Change the game so much that it’s unrecognizable. Then revert all your garbage chances as a limited-time event when you screw it up. Cool”

@MzDunk shares their feedback on the loot system on X: “FIR [Found in Raid] is needed. It enhances the heart-pounding need to survive that particular raid with quest items or high-quality flea market items. More loot spawns are [top]”

The developers of Escape from Tarkov view the whole thing as an experiment and want to closely observe the changes. Escape from Tarkov has recently come under pressure; first there were pay-to-win allegations where players weren’t listened to for too long, and then competitors Grayzone Warfare started off well on Steam. Escape from Tarkov’s boss didn’t see the shitstorm coming, gives fans what they want, but it’s not enough

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“I know that no regret exists” – Twitch streamer Mowky talks about Anni The Duck

jacquelinek jacquelinek Reading time 2 minutes

Twitch streamer Mowky spoke out on May 5th for the first time in detail about allegations against her former best friend. On May 8th, she reiterated her statements on Twitch, sharing incriminating experiences from their friendship and announced that she would make evidence public.

What does Mowky say about the friendship? Twitch streamer Mowky commented on May 5th for the first time in detail about her allegations against her former best friend on X.

A few days later, on May 8th, before AnniTheDuck’s statement, she appeared again on Twitch to go into more detail about her allegations. Here she mentioned that she was sure that Anni had no remorse.

In this context, she reported various experiences. A significant part involves a past D&D campaign in which she supposedly asked Anni to let her character die.

However, her former friend prohibited this or offered that her character continue as an NPC, controlled by the streamer herself. This was a horror for Mowky.

Their friendship mainly consisted of Mowky accompanying her to various events she actually never wanted to attend.

Also, Twitch streamer Reved shares her experience. You can see what she experienced here:

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Reved explains on Twitch how much she suffered in the relationship with Anni The Duck

“I started drinking to meet friends”

What impact did the friendship have on Mowky? On the one hand, the streamer reports that she suffered from severe depression during this time.

Moreover, she consumed an unusually large amount of alcohol over the past year and needed it to meet friends. This was also the reason she gave her D&D character the trait of alcoholism.

Furthermore, she reports that despite meetings, she often felt lonely. During her time with Anni, she felt as if she was sitting in a black hole. This, despite the fact that she mentioned in a documentary last year that one could grow with the streamer.

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What happens next? The Twitch streamer Mowky had already announced in her statement that she would speak out again if AnniTheDuck denied the allegations. She implied that she would make all the evidence she has public.

After AnniTheDuck’s statement, Mowky shortly thereafter announced in a X post that she is currently preparing a video. She announced that she has sought legal advice and plans to present not only her own evidence but also that of other affected parties.

You can read here about what AnniTheDuck’s statement was about and how she responded to the allegations: Anni The Duck explains in the statement why she sometimes feels disgusted in front of her fans

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Helldivers 2: All guides, beginner tips, and lists in overview

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

Helldivers 2 is a fun and especially cooperative shooter where players meet to eradicate the threat to humanity and protect the Over-Earth. We have listed all the important guides, tips, and lists so you can find them quickly and compactly.

Update, February 6, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.

This article is a compact overview of important guides, updates, and information regarding Helldivers 2 that we have implemented on MeinMMO. If you are looking for something specific, you can go through all the important tips with this list.

So you don’t have to sift through all categories, you can search for your keyword on your PC by using (CTRL+F), and the relevant link you need will be displayed immediately.

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Helldivers 2 shows the new expansion “Into the Unjust” in the trailer and takes players deep underground

Tech and Bug Fixes

Guides to Weapons, Armors, and Enemies

Tips and Interesting Facts

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That was all our guides, tips, and assistance regarding tech and bugs that we have covered on MeinMMO. We will continue to update our list, should new guides, enemies, and weapons be implemented in Helldivers 2. Do you have any further requests for tips, tricks, or guides that you would like to see? Then let us know your request in the comments!

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The mangaka of Attack on Titan wanted to write a prequel, but decided against it, now explains the reasons

Jasmin Beverungen Jasmin Beverungen Reading time 2 minutes

Hajime Isayama is the mangaka of Attack on Titan. Three years after the end of the story, he published a 35th volume of the manga. It depicts the backstory of a popular character, but originally something completely different was meant to be shown in the 35th volume.

What was the 35th volume supposed to be about? In the 200-page “Shingeki No Kyojin Gashu FLY” artbook released alongside the 35th volume, Isayama spoke about the idea for the additional chapter. He originally wanted to tell the backstory of Attack on Titan in it.

On X, a user pasionDGBLN3s posted a translation of what could have happened in the 35th volume:

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The events would have taken place about 100 years before the start of the first manga chapter. Thus, Eren, Mikasa, and all the other Titan hunters would not have been born yet. Presumably, we would have learned something about the origins of the Titans. However, Isayama did not reveal what exactly would have been shown in the chapter.

Find out in the following trailer how everything began with the first season of Attack on Titan:

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The trailer for the first season of Attack on Titan

Isayama decided on Levi’s backstory

Why did Isayama change his mind? The mangaka explained that there were several reasons why he ultimately decided on Levi’s story as the 35th volume:

  • The backstory could have had a significant discrepancy with the main story. Therefore, Isayama was concerned that the stories would not fit together.
  • He did not have the determination to draw the backstory. As a result, he would have gotten stuck while writing the story.
  • At a fan festival, he came up with the idea that the top priority should be to make the fans happy with the one-shot.

For these reasons, he decided instead to tell the backstory of a popular character. Thus, we at least know why Levi holds his tea cups so strangely.

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What is Isayama currently working on? Isayama has already stated that the story of Attack on Titan is complete. Instead of working on a new story related to the Titans, he is dedicating himself to a new story with Eren Jaeger’s voice actor.

In his new manga called Soyogi Fractal, Isayama is responsible for the story. Another person will be the illustrator. The story is set to revolve around the titular protagonist Soyogi. He represents an artificial intelligence based on the voice of Eren Jaeger’s voice actor.

Currently, it does not seem like the Titans will receive a sequel. However, it could still be that Isayama decides to write a sequel to Attack on Titan in the coming years. If that were to happen, there could be bizarre changes in a country again: Attack on Titan received an absurd change, wrapping Titans in cycling shorts

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The heir of Son-Goku is neither Gohan nor Goten: Another character could be the future of Dragon Ball

Jasmin Beverungen Jasmin Beverungen Reading time 2 minutes

In Chapter 103 of the manga of Dragon Ball Super, Son-Goku tests the powers of Son-Gohan. He believes that Gohan is a worthy successor to protect the Earth. However, the end of the chapter may have hinted at another successor who takes on Son-Goku’s legacy.

Which character is it about? At the end of the chapter, Son-Goku, Son-Gohan, and Piccolo pick up little Pan from kindergarten. Although Son-Goku didn’t even know who she is, she is by no means angry with her grandfather. In the end, the two even have a flying race.

There are several reasons why Pan would be a good successor:

  • Son-Goku and Pan both enjoy fighting. When she sees Son-Goku for the first time, she attacks him without hesitation.
  • At the end of Dragon Ball Z, Pan reveals that she admires her grandfather and wants to be a hero just like him.
  • In the Peaceful World Saga, Son-Goku even trains his granddaughter.

Accordingly, it could be that Pan becomes a worthy protector of the Earth. So far, her full potential has not been seen in the anime and manga. But she has the best prerequisites to become a powerful fighter.

In Dragon Ball Daima, Son-Goku and friends shrink back to a similar age as Pan:

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In Dragon Ball DAIMA, Son Goku and his friends shrink

Son-Gohan and Son-Goten are less suitable

Why shouldn’t it be Gohan or Goten? Son-Goku’s own children could easily take on the legacy. After all, Son-Gohan with his Beast Mode is a powerful opponent who can even match his father.

However, Son-Gohan made it clear early on that he would prefer to pursue an academic path rather than train with his father. He follows the wishes of his mother Chi-Chi, who has always hoped that Gohan would invest his time in education.

Son-Goten would also be a possible candidate. However, in Dragon Ball Super he has not yet shown that he would be a worthy successor. And at the end of Dragon Ball Z, there is even a scene where Pan defeats her uncle in battle.

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Are there any other worthy successors? If Pan is not to be the one, Oob could also take on Son-Goku’s legacy. He is the human incarnation of Boo, one of the most powerful opponents in Dragon Ball Z.

Son-Goku wants to take the young man under his wing quickly so that he can use his powers for good. With his potential and training from Goku, it could be that he becomes the future protector of the Earth. Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball, has already drawn how Son-Goku would look then: Akira Toriyama draws Son-Goku as an old man: This is how he would have looked by the end of Dragon Ball

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„One just has to add 1 and 1 together“ – users speculate about the relationship of MontanaBlack

Lydia Lydia Reading time 3 minutes

Marcel “MontanaBlack” Eris (36) is one of the most well-known streamers on German Twitch. For some time, there have been rumors about a possible relationship with the significantly younger streamer Alena “snipsska”. Now the relationship between the two has once again become the subject of discussion on social media.

Which streamer is being talked about? The now 19-year-old Alena, also known as “snipsska”, has been streaming regularly on Twitch since March 2021. In spring 2023, her channel suddenly took off – at that time, she streamed together with Marcel “MontanaBlack” Eris and showcased case openings in Counter-Strike.

Even at this point, viewers speculated whether the relationship between snipsska and the almost double her age streamer goes beyond friendship or a mentor-mentee relationship. However, the content creators have not confirmed this so far.

After MontanaBlack and snipsska have been seen together more frequently lately, the rumors have flared up again. Users discuss whether a relationship between the two is acceptable.

Legally, the relationship is permissible in any case. MontanaBlack assured this as early as 2020, when the streamer was only 17. He had inquired about this and was fully aware of the issue: Even a 50-year-old can legally be with a 17-year-old. (via twitter).

Some users find the age difference too large: When MontanaBlack gained fame in his early 20s, snipsska was still in elementary school.

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MontanaBlack is one of the most well-known streamers in Germany – This was his very first video

A joint stadium visit sparks rumors

What is the current status? Over the weekend of May 11 to 12, 2024, the speculation received new momentum. On X, formerly Twitter, a user posted screenshots from a video that seems to show MontanaBlack with snipsska.

The streamer appears to be irritated by being filmed. The images feature the text: “POV Monte is mad at you for filming him and his girlfriend.”

The video seems to have since been taken offline. Some users claim that videos showing the two together are often deleted quickly.

https://twitter.com/KamooTV/status/1789269534370668826
These recordings of MontanaBlack and snipsska fuel the rumor mill

Shortly after, on reddit, a user asked whether the two are in a relationship. Diligent internet sleuths quickly assembled numerous clues:

  • “RJeySt222” speaks of an “open secret”
  • “No-Palpitation-567” says: “Everything points to it, and anyone who follows them knows that too. […] You just have to add 1 + 1. […]” (via reddit)

However, these are still just speculations; there is no official confirmation from MontanaBlack or snipsska. This, however, does not stop viewers from discussing the possible relationship.

Viewers view possible relationship critically

What kind of discussion is this? Many users express concerns regarding a relationship between MontanaBlack and snipsska. Essentially, there are two factors at play:

  • The age difference: MontanaBlack is 36 years old, while snipsska is only 19. Many find this age difference too large. Legally, there’s nothing wrong with it, but morally, it’s a different issue, they say.
  • The power dynamic: Some users argue that MontanaBlack, due to his wealth and fame, is in a superior position over the newcomer and could thus manipulate her.

Compounding this is the fact that MontanaBlack and snipsska are said to have met when she was only 17 and still a minor. In a clip, the streamer gushed about the looks of the then 17-year-old – when he was pointed out about her age, he quickly replied: “Yeah brother, I have to go.” (via TikTok)

Some even see this as so-called “grooming” (via X).

The English term “grooming” refers to the deliberate contact of adults with minors. In doing so, the adult perpetrators try to establish a trusting relationship initially to later build an abusive romantic or sexual relationship.
If this contact occurs online, it is referred to as “cybergrooming”. More information can be found on the BKA website.
For those affected, there are free and anonymous contact points, such as:
Helpline for Sexual Abuse at 0800 22 55 530
Number against Worry at 116111 (for youth) and 0800 111 0550 (for parents).

Others, however, do not understand the fuss: They argue that snipsska is of legal age and a possible relationship with MontanaBlack is thus nobody’s business (via X).

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The 15 best free MMOs and MMORPGs on Steam

Marie Friske Marie Friske Reading time 14 minutes

The best free MMOs and MMORPGs on Steam are shown in this list. We offer you 15 different titles that you can play without paying a cent.

What kind of games are these? The listed games come from different genres. You will find both classic MMORPGs and multiplayer shooters. The order of the titles is purely random and says nothing about the game’s rating.

This list was originally published in February 2023.

What criterion was used for selection? The games were selected based on these factors:

  • The game must have the MMO tag on Steam or at least focus on multiplayer content.
  • A large part of the game must be Free2Play, expansions or optional content may be paid.
  • We also oriented ourselves to player ratings on Steam.
  • Additionally, we have incorporated the expertise of the MeinMMO editorial team, who have brought in their own experiences with the games.

For each free MMO and MMORPG, you will find a description as well as a trailer. We also provide you with a pro and con comparison overview, where the strengths and weaknesses of the title lie and for whom the game is worth it.

Below we have listed as extras those games that are strictly speaking not MMOs, but have made it into the list due to their strong focus on multiplayer content.

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Warframe – MMO Shooter

Genre: Shooter | Developer: Digital Extremes | Release Date: March 25, 2013 | Steam Deck Compatibility: Playable

What is Warframe? Warframe is a third-person shooter and action game with loot elements. You race through the area as an armored space ninja and slaughter hordes of enemies. You have a wide variety of weapons at your disposal. You can also earn over 50 different Warframes, as the mechanical combat suits are called, which give you special abilities.

You can either play the shooter alone or with others. This gives you the opportunity to support each other in a team to complete missions together and earn valuable rewards.

Warfare almost flopped, but then managed to turn it around.

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Pro
  • Large selection of weapons and gadgets
  • Diverse gameplay with great movement
  • Engaging story and interesting setting
Contra
  • The entry for newcomers can sometimes be a bit overwhelming
  • A bit grind-heavy

Who is Warframe for? If you are looking for a coop shooter with complex gameplay and a wide range of content, Warframe is the right game for you. The game requires a little familiarization before you get the most out of your ninja. However, you can also count on the helpful community of Warframe.

You can go directly to the Steam page of Warframe using this link.

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Fallout 4: One of the nastiest vaults played with the addiction of its inhabitants

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

The vaults in Fallout were supposed to serve the survival of humanity, but often acted as a stage for terrible experiments. One of the most insidious vaults was number 95.

What kind of vault is this? You can find Vault 95 in Fallout 4, on the edge of the glowing sea.

The population of the bunker was hand-picked by Vault-Tec: Only drug addicts were allowed to move in.

As can be discovered in the terminals within the vault, Vault-Tec had put forth a hypothesis: That any individual could break free from addiction if there were no alternatives. Therefore, there were no substances in the vault that could satisfy the residents’ addiction.

Instead, a rehabilitation program was run there, with medical facilities and regular meetings to collectively cope with withdrawal. It was basically the counterpart to the drug vault 106 from Fallout 3. At least, it seemed that way.

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The official trailer for the Fallout series on Amazon in German

And the experiment went well for five years. As a vault resident noted in his terminal entries, there were occasional problems, but the vault community grew together like family. The resident mentioned that for many, the falling of the bombs was the end of the world – but for the residents of Vault 95, it was the chance for a new beginning. And they would have loved to spend their lives together there.

But as is often the case in vaults, there was a sinister plan in the background: One of the residents was an undercover Vault-Tec employee. He even recorded in logs that the experiment had helped everyone and that they saw their own hypothesis confirmed.

But then the traitor, undetected by the others, opens the proverbial Pandora’s box after five years: a secret stash full of drugs, alcohol, and other substances that would last a lifetime.

When the other residents, who had been in withdrawal for years, found this stash, chaos erupted. The resident mentioned in his logs that some “cracked immediately” and grabbed what they could to get high. Others resisted, but there were fights, shootings, and deaths.

At first, the resident wrote that he would hide until the chaos ended, and he was not willing to give up what he had. But in the end, he went back out and said: “There is no reason to stay sober.” He wanted to be with his friends again – without knowing if anyone was still left.

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If you reach Vault 95 during Fallout 4, you see that the Gunners have taken over the bunker. Throughout the vault, you will find skeletons clinging to drugs and substances. In the common rooms, on the toilet, down by the generator: everywhere lie the last remnants of the residents who were deceived.

At least for one of your companions, Cait, Vault 95 can be a glimmer of hope. She can use the medical facilities there to rid herself of her own demons. Do you want more background information about the vaults in Fallout? Then check this out: MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus has summarized some of the most evil and important vaults in the world of Fallout for you.

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Steam: In a new game, you teach the orcs as a half-orc elf that not everything has to be trampled down

Linda Knabe Linda Knabe Reading time 2 minutes

On Steam, a new strategy and building game has been announced, in which you become the self-proclaimed life coach for your orc family. You can learn more about it here.

In Don’t Kill Them All, you take on the role of a half-orc elf, raised by elves, but now dedicated to guiding the orcs toward a better path. After all, family is everything.

On Steam, the strategy game with building elements has now been announced. It is being developed by Fika Productions, who previously released a co-op game in 2022, which received 80% very positive reviews on Steam.

There is no release window for Don’t Kill Them All yet. However, an initial trailer now showcases the charm and gameplay of the game:

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In Don’t Kill Them All werden Orks auch zum Magier

What can you expect? In Don’t Kill Them All, you will face the challenging task of instilling new values in your orc family and helping them discover new passions, emotions, and healthy relationships.

As the trailer shows, this is not an easy task. Your job is to lead the orcs deliberately and skillfully.

While you collect resources for your new home, you send the orcs over various small maps in tactical gameplay, where there are resources to gather such as wood, stones, mushrooms, and small bushes. But other creatures await on the map, some of which are enemies while others are innocents.

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Show the orcs what restraint means

Restraint in battle is not easy for the orcs. During your moves, you need to plan carefully, otherwise the resources you intended to gather and the creatures you wish to protect may suffer damage from your attack. Additionally, you have to keep an eye on your energy. Once it is depleted, the orcs will no longer listen to you.

The trailer also emphasizes that the orcs can’t just smash things; over time, they can learn different roles. For example, one orc sends its tamed animals into battle. Another orc becomes a wizard and confuses its enemies with exciting card tricks.

You use the collected resources to lovingly expand your base. It’s not just about meeting the general needs of the orcs.

With the buildings and places you construct, you can help them discover a new passion, whether it be through yoga, baking, animal husbandry, or a wizard show. How beautiful an idyllic life can be is also shown in the next game set in “The Lord of the Rings” universe: I have played nearly all “The Lord of the Rings” games, and the latest one could become my highlight

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WoW streamer Asmongold on the new in-game shop: ‘It’s so over’

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

In WoW Classic, a new shop has opened. It has only a few items on offer – but they certainly create a lot of stress.

The fans of World of Warcraft Classic like to defend “their game” with all their might against any changes, even though Blizzard has long since moved away from the “No Changes” mentality. Things like the group finder, sharding, or the WoW token have long appeared in the Classic variants of the game.

However, just a few days ago, a completely new in-game shop based on the retail version opened – and that has once again sparked a lot of criticism, including from the well-known streamer Asmongold.

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WoW Cataclysm Cinematic Trailer

What does Asmongold say? After the announcement of the new shop in the Classic version of WoW (i.e., Cataclysm Classic, or Wrath of the Lich King Classic), Asmongold took a look at the shop himself. So far, it has a fairly modest selection, but it does include a mount from the current expansion Dragonflight for €25 that can now be used in WoW: Cataclysm Classic.

Following that, Asmongold considered various comments on the topic and found many who apparently are happy about the shop and its offerings. Asmongold then expresses his disbelief:

It’s over. It’s just over. It’s so over.

Accordingly, the related YouTube video of him is also titled “Blizzard’s final nail in the coffin” – even though the players in WoW Classic seem to be largely unaware of this and continue to play.

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What’s the problem with the shop? For many, a shop like in the retail version of WoW is crossing another red line, making WoW Classic more and more like modern WoW. The introduction of the WoW token had already led to significant resistance at that time, and even special bonuses for the purchase of special editions were often begrudgingly accepted.

Others criticize that the “Promising Tree Dragon” is a mount that one has already purchased in Dragonflight – that one now has to buy it a second time is something that some find quite incomprehensible.

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Accordingly, Asmongold is probably right when he says that the future of the shop in WoW Classic looks pretty much like the shop in modern WoW. However, the question is whether this really poses a significant problem for the majority of players or if, as so often, it is mainly criticized by a loud minority.

A response to this will probably only be found if more people participate in this discussion and let Blizzard know how critically they view the introduction of the shop – or how positively they regard it.

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Developers say: Diablo 4 is just too big – you have to play 80 hours just to fix bugs

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

Diablo 4 is simply too big, the developers say themselves. Lead Class Designer Adam Z. Jackson and Associate Game Director Joe Piepiora talked in an interview about how troubleshooting and testing new features works. That is clearly more work than one would expect, they say.

What content and issues are we talking about?

This is what the developers say: In an interview with Diablo expert Raxxanterax, the conversation eventually turned to the implementation of feedback and the development of new content as well as bug fixing (via YouTube, at minute 09:48).

Adam Jackson states that he cannot do without playing the game extensively with his live team for new content. This is important to even understand what needs to be fixed:

Everyone on my team must play an internal build or their live character for a certain amount of time each day. I am already playing Season 5 […] You have to play the game to understand the problems. […] There is no substitute for actually playing the game for 80 hours or more.

Adam Jackson

However, you cannot force the developers to play only Diablo in their entire free time. You have to rely on experience.

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That’s why it is so valuable to see the feedback from active players, for example on Reddit. The developers are constantly active there, explains Joe Piepiora in his comment. Although they have access to the meta-data, such as how many people use certain legendaries, the community’s discussions are ultimately more important.

For this reason, the developers also have to polish from time to time after the release of new features, says Jackson. That is the normal process: You work according to your own knowledge and conscience, bring in the new content, and then improve it based on player feedback.

Before the start of Season 4, we were also able to talk to the developers. Lead Seasons Designer Deric Nuñez and Lead Game Producer Timothy Ismay answered some questions about the contents of the season and the future of Diablo 4: Diablo 4 promises content for everyone in Season 4 – developers explain how the game fundamentally changes

While playing, you then have a whole list of things that are not good and that you want to improve. Then you have to see what is feasible.

Ideally, Jackson would like to play the future Season 5 for 200 hours to be able to test everything. But he only has 50 and has to make the best of it: “We need to use our gut feeling, existing ideas, and data to find out if our decisions are right.”

What the developers learned from the PTR, they explain in the video:

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“One would have to play their whole life”

The reason it takes so much time for testing and troubleshooting is the scope of the game. Jackson says: Diablo 4 has so many systems that interlock, it takes forever to understand everything. It is not easy even for the team:

Diablo is a damn big game, and it takes forever to understand it […] The part that really makes it hard for us, and where I think the community makes it even harder for us… is that to really test our game, you would have to play it your whole life.

Adam Jackson

However, you cannot force the developers to play only Diablo in their entire free time. You have to rely on experience.

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That’s why it is so valuable to see the feedback from active players, for example on Reddit. The developers are constantly active there, explains Joe Piepiora in his comment. Although they have access to the meta-data, such as how many people use certain legendaries, the community’s discussions are ultimately more important.

For this reason, the developers also have to polish from time to time after the release of new features, says Jackson. That is the normal process: You work according to your own knowledge and conscience, bring in the new content, and then improve it based on player feedback.

Before the start of Season 4, we were also able to talk to the developers. Lead Seasons Designer Deric Nuñez and Lead Game Producer Timothy Ismay answered some questions about the contents of the season and the future of Diablo 4: Diablo 4 promises content for everyone in Season 4 – developers explain how the game fundamentally changes

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A co-op game is like Half-Life in the research lab, becomes a huge success on Steam 

Linda Knabe Linda Knabe Reading time 2 minutes

At the beginning of the month, a new cooperative survival game was released on Steam, which quickly became a huge success on the platform and on Twitch. You can find out more about it here.

Which game is this about? Abiotic Factor is a cooperative survival game that started in Early Access on May 2, 2024. It was developed by the studio Deep Field Games.

With up to 6 players, you take on the role of different scientists who must ensure their survival alongside their research. Because in a research laboratory, you not only investigate strange anomalies but are also threatened daily by various creatures, nasty robots, and aliens.

Abiotic Factor is inspired by Half-Life. In the trailer, you can get a first look at the new survival game in the style of the 90s:

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Abiotic Factor already reminds at first glance of Half-Life

The survival struggle becomes especially interesting because you, as scientists, are not born fighters. Instead, you must rely on your other skills and your clever head.

To prepare specifically for your research and the fight for survival, you can choose between different specializations as scientists. For example, you can become a plant geneticist, defense analyst, or construction engineer, thus supporting your team.

How is the concept received? With the concept and charm of the game, the developers seem to have hit the taste of the players perfectly. On Steam, Abiotic Factor has already received 96% extremely positive ratings from over 4,700 players.

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20,000 players on Steam, 35,000 viewers on Twitch

According to Steam DB, Abiotic Factor reached its highest player count of 21,753 active players two days ago. Generally, the trend from the last period shows that the cooperative game keeps breaking the 20,000 player mark.

But not only on Steam does this hidden gem become a huge success. Abiotic Factor also seems to have found its audience on Twitch. Already on the first day after the Early Access launch, over 35,000 viewers watched various streamers. Two days after the release, according to TwitchTracker, 135 streamers were streaming the game.

What happens next? It seems the developers want to build on this success. A major update is already planned for the summer of 2024. This will introduce new areas, a jetpack, teleporters, and lasers among other things.

In the fall of 2024, there should be another similar update. The developers are then planning the release of version 1.0 for the next winter. By the way, in June, another survival game started Early Access on Steam. Here, with the right masks, you can also become the perfect fighter: New survival game launching in June on Steam – Why it’s worth playing the demo now

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