Mythic+ is suddenly unpopular in World of Warcraft. At least that’s what the numbers say. But is that really the truth? – No, it is not.
Season 4 has started in World of Warcraft. A week has already passed since then, allowing for some initial conclusions to be drawn about the success. After all, it can be evaluated how many dungeons were visited within a certain period and what kind of performance was achieved by the players there.
At first glance, this looks bad, as the dungeon visits in “Mythic+” have drastically collapsed.
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Where do the numbers come from? The website raider.io has leaderboards for the best runs in the “Mythic+” category. It also counts how many dungeon runs are actually completed per week at this difficulty. In direct comparison of the seasons, the current one looks really bad.
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The numbers for the first week of the current seasons were:
Season 1: 3,212,000 M+-Runs
Season 2: 2,270,000 M+-Runs
Season 3: 2,948,000 M+-Runs
Season 4: 1,486,000 M+-Runs
At first glance, it appears that participation in dungeons has dropped by a whopping 50% compared to the last season.
Some say mockingly: “Look, Season 4 of Dragonflight is failing, a lot fewer people are playing it.”
What is really behind the numbers? What seems obvious at first glance is misleading. Because World of Warcraft has significantly revamped the dungeon system with Season 4 and revamped the difficulties. All dungeon variants (except normal) are now significantly harder. A heroic dungeon is now as challenging as a prior mythic one, and a mythic dungeon now has the difficulty of a former “Mythic+10”.
This means, by extension, that the counts for “Mythic+” visits this season actually start only at “Mythic+12”. Because everything that used to be Mythic+2 to Mythic+11 is now consolidated within the realm of heroic and mythic dungeons.
At the same time, this also means that second characters can equip themselves solidly in heroic and mythic dungeons – for which previously low-level “Mythic+” dungeons were necessary.
In summary, it can be said: Yes, there are significantly fewer visits in the “Mythic+” category. However, the reason is not player disinterest, but rather the fact that Mythic+ starts only at a much higher difficulty, and therefore fewer runs count.
How do you like Season 4 of Dragonflight? Are you enjoying the renewal of the difficulty?
In April, Diablo 4 opened its PTR for the first time, allowing players to test a part of the new content. The developers emphasized during the livestream on May 2 how important this was for Season 4 and the changes.
At the beginning of April, there was the first PTR (Public Test Realm) in Diablo 4. There, players could get a glimpse of Season 4 and some of the changes. The PTR was very well received by most players.
During the PTR, players had the opportunity to provide their feedback on the content. A Diablo expert noted that the game was already “much better” with the changes, but also expressed criticism. He complained that players still had to collect items even though they did not want to use them. After all, one needs the materials obtained from disassembling them.
The developers of Diablo 4 took the community feedback into account and introduced several changes to the game after the PTR, which we can expect in Season 4. They explained during the livestream on May 2 what will be different in Season 4.
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The developers are incorporating feedback from the PTR into Season 4
What was the status after the PTR? The new features were very well received by most players on the PTR. Even a small detail made some say: That’s why I’m coming back to Diablo 4. However, there were also some points of criticism. A major point of criticism was the visibility of items with larger affixes, as well as the “fail chance” while crafting.
What will change? Legendary affixes can drop in a “larger” version that is 1.5 times as strong. It was criticized that these items cannot be recognized directly and players still have to pay attention when sorting their inventory.
The visibility of items with larger affixes will be revised. When it drops, you will recognize the item in the future by a star behind the item name. This makes it easier to recognize and find the more powerful items at first glance.
Items with larger affixes can now be recognized as drops. Source: YouTube streamThey also receive a marking in the inventory. Source: YouTube stream
Additionally, the team received a lot of feedback on the “fail chance” (chance to fail) during “masterworking” (completion), a new crafting system in Season 4. This will be completely removed. Lead Live Game Designer Colin Finer stated in the livestream: “We simply removed it. […] Just improve the items with the material costs.”
As for armor in Diablo 4, there are currently different values required for the maximum value of physical resistance. This is related to the monster level you are fighting. Below you can see the comparison on screenshots from the livestream:
In Season 3, the maximum required physical resistance is based on monster level.In Season 4, you will be “done” with an armor value of 9,230.
Further changes include:
The new endgame content “The Pit” was simply too easy for some players. This is primarily due to the new crafting and the possibilities for powerful items that result from it. In the future, the Pit will be more challenging.
Players who complete the Pit in a group will receive all materials for masterworking as a drop, not just the one who opens the Pit.
The person who opens the Pit receives 100% of the materials, all others 50%.
The limit for oboluses will be raised to 2,500. You also have a chance at items with larger affixes at the Curiosities Merchant. According to Lead Class Designer Adam Z. Jackson, you might get some of the best items in the game there.
There has been a lot of feedback regarding glyph XP in nightmare dungeons. This will be increased by 25%.
There was criticism regarding the materials needed to summon the bosses. Starting from Season 4, you will also receive the materials through random drops, among others at the Tree of Whispers, world bosses, treasure goblins, and the Hellborn. This way, you are no longer “forced” to run the bosses for that.
“Crazy things” are cool – but not for performance
What about the classes? The classes will also receive further adjustments. There were sometimes “crazy things” on the PTR regarding skills. Essentially, the developers like that, but they also have to consider performance.
The Barbarian sometimes spawned so many dust devils that nothing else could be seen on the screen. This is supposed to change. The patch notes state: “The created dust devils have been reduced from 5 to 3. […] The maximum number of dust devils that can be active at the same time is now 15. Dust devils now move faster and dissipate sooner.”
In the screenshot from the YouTube stream, you can see the dust devils in comparison.
The damage reduction from “Fortify” has been increased from 10% to 15%. Additionally, the health of the druids’ wolves has been increased by 200% and the respawn rate has been reduced by 50%.
You can find more details on the balance and class changes on page 2 in our article about the livestream on May 2 – there you will find the complete patch notes in German.
Overall, the PTR was “super great” for the developers. Thanks to the extensive feedback, they had “more manpower” in the form of testing players. They emphasized in the stream that feedback is always welcome.
No season theme was announced on the PTR because players were supposed to focus on the mechanics. Meanwhile, we know the theme for the new Season 4 and that there will be no special season mechanic, like the Squire companion from Season 3. However, the upcoming changes will remain in the game.
For some time now, Escape from Tarkov has been experiencing a backlash, but the developer responsible for it didn’t see it coming.
Who is it about? Nikita Buyanov is the face of the developers of Escape from Tarkov and the COO of the company behind the game. In issues, in interviews, and when it comes to big decisions, he often has the final word and is responsible. This was also the case when Escape from Tarkov recently released a new edition that caused a major backlash.
Now the lead developer has once again spoken out and wants to finally meet the fans’ wishes, but they have long since had enough.
Some time ago Tarkov: Arena was released, here you can see the trailer:
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Escape from Tarkov: Arena announces launch of the closed beta
“I somehow didn’t foresee it”
What did the lead developer not foresee? The lead developer and COO of Battlestate Games did not see the backlash coming. In his post on Reddit, where he addresses the backlash, he writes: “Unfortunately, I somehow didn’t expect such a reaction, and now I have drawn conclusions for my future decisions.”
What does the developer announce in his post? The developer announces 5 points in his post on Reddit that will change:
Access to the PvE content will be enabled for owners of the “Edge of Darkness” edition.
There will be mod support for the PvE mode, but only after the game is released.
The new “Unheard” edition of the game will not be removed, but there will be balance changes, and players can upgrade from other editions to this one.
The new perks of the “Edge of Darkness” edition will also be balanced, specifics will be announced later.
There will be more content for the game, come what may.
Regarding whether one realizes that the PvE mode is a DLC and that in the future, owners of the EoD edition will receive their promised expansions, the COO did not comment.
How do the fans react? The players of Escape from Tarkov are still really angry. Under Nikita Buyanov’s post on Reddit, they let their frustration out.
Poodmund writes on Reddit: “They still haven’t addressed the fact that you plan to release DLCs for the game that are not to be delivered to EoD owners. Please confirm that EoD owners will receive all future content for the game as promised when purchasing the product.”
Zizaran suggests on Reddit: “Can’t we just make all paid features cosmetic? I’m more than happy to spend a lot of money on the game for cosmetic upgrades, voiceovers, weapon skins, anything that doesn’t affect gameplay.”
broken-cactus expresses disappointment on Reddit: “Saying that you’re sorry we feel this way is such a silly statement. Obviously, you’re not sorry for what you’ve done.
This is a good step, but honestly, you have shown your true face with this whole fiasco. I am very disappointed and hope you take some time to rebuild the trust you have lost with this community.”
Greg “Ghostcrawler” Street, as the Lead Designer and spokesperson for Blizzard, guided the direction of World of Warcraft for several years. Now, he discussed “Ghost” and the philosophy with which his team designs the MMORPG’s activities. How friendly should it be to twinks, how time-consuming, and how repetitive?
What did Greg “Ghostcrawler” Street reveal? The former WoW developer explained in various tweets on X:
The content of “Ghost” is not supposed to fill up all your leisure time. Those who focus on progress can achieve their goal long before the next chapter appears. Then you can optionally tackle fun or optional activities, or you can take a break.
However, this fun or optional content should not consist of visiting the same raid instance for the 50th time.
Twinks – that is, secondary characters you play alongside your main hero – are supposed to be an important part of “Ghost”, but the same applies: taking breaks is important and healthy. Once you finish with one character, you don’t have to repeat the grind with all your twinks.
The developers currently plan to have factions that are tied to different classes. So, if you want to experience all (optional) faction content, you will need to play multiple characters that serve different classes. However, it should not feel like a punishment if you focus fully on just one character and therefore cannot engage with these optional contents.
A part of the activities should also emerge from player interaction. But don’t expect an editor like in Starcraft or Roblox to create content for you and others. As an example, the developer mentions PvP content that is deep and enjoyable enough to keep players engaged even without a reward carrot in front of them in the long term.
The team continues to plan with a Buy2Play payment model without microtransactions. Greg Street is not a fan of devaluing alternatives earned as loot by introducing nicely designed cosmetic items from the shop.
Greg “Ghostcrawler” Street’s new studio in the introduction trailer:
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Ghostcrawler presents his new development studio in the video
Evolution or Revolution for the MMORPG genre?
What else is known about “Ghost”? When the developers first introduced the project in November 2023, they were still in the concept phase, highlighting how early we are in the development of the MMORPG.
The goal of this unusual strategy is to involve the community in the game’s development as early as possible through continuous interaction. The value of this type of collaboration can be seen in successful early access titles like Baldur’s Gate 3.
The game is supposed to adhere to functioning genre standards, but expand them with its own twists.
The sky of the game world is filled with flying landmasses. There are two types of these. The red zones resemble traditional areas from MMORPGs like dungeons and raids, with aggressive monsters, world bosses, and foreign players. Blue zones, on the other hand, function more like a sandbox. Dynamic events are expected to take place there, with every visit being different. These zones could even serve as private areas for you and your friends, with the option to define your own rules or enhance and customize your area (keyword: housing).
The developers mentioned possible classes such as the Sharpshooter, a Gunsmoke Ronin, a Gatling Gunner, or an Axe Thrower. Standard roles like tanks, healers, and damage dealers will exist, but with slight quirks.
The combat system is supposed to find a balance somewhere between New World and Black Desert on one hand and WoW and Final Fantasy XIV on the other. Controller support is planned alongside the usual PC controls via mouse and keyboard.
The perspective should be third-person, like in WoW and similar games. Community addons will only be supported if they increase comfort or accessibility or change the interface. Mods for combat are not permitted.
The game is being developed in Unreal Engine 5, and the developers prioritize the integrity of the client as well as protection against exploits and bots from the very start.
Are you looking to buy a new gaming monitor? Then pay attention to the following features when you want to buy a monitor.
Why are the features important? Monitors and screens, like graphics cards, processors, or game consoles, have attributes that play a role in purchasing.
Typically, you invest several hundred euros in a monitor and will use it for a few years. Therefore, you should do thorough research in advance about the model you would like to buy.
Just like game consoles, you cannot upgrade or retrofit your monitor. Once you have decided on a specific panel or resolution, you have to live with it or buy another model.
MeinMMO explains which features you should pay attention to before buying a monitor.
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Resolution and Monitor Size
Currently, there are various resolutions you may encounter when buying a monitor:
Full HD stands for a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels, short 1080p.
WQHD stands for 2560 × 1440, short 1440p.
4K stands for 3,840 x 2,160.
Additionally, there is also 8K and HD-Ready, the latter stands for 720p and is often the lowest resolution you can obtain in games.
Why is resolution important? The higher your monitor’s resolution, the better and sharper displayed content looks. However, this also has a disadvantage: The higher the resolution, the more performance you need. While Full HD still works with a budget graphics card, modern games in 4K already require one of the most powerful graphics cards available.
Some games require a minimum resolution and will not start below a certain minimum. For example, Empire: Total War requires a resolution of at least 1280 x 1024 pixels.
Resolution also has another significance. If your monitor size increases too much compared to the resolution, the image will become grainier. MeinMMO explains exactly what you should pay attention to.
When looking for a gaming monitor, you should definitely pay attention to the refresh rate, measured in Hertz (Hz). This indicates how often the monitor updates the screen per second.
Higher values are better and mean that movements and actions are smoother. This is especially important for fast action games or shooters. For a simulation game like Anno 1800, a high refresh rate is nice but not strictly necessary.
For gamers, we would recommend an absolute minimum of 60 Hz. 144 Hz is advisable, and there are now models with 240 Hz available.
However, keep in mind: The higher you set your refresh rate, the more performance you need. Very high refresh rates combined with high resolution often require a high-end graphics card.
Many monitors are offered in a flat or curved version. Typically, both options use the same technology and the same panel.
The curve is indicated in “R”: The larger the number, the weaker the curve: A monitor with 2,300R is only slightly curved, whereas a monitor with 1,000R is strongly curved. Most curved monitors fall between 1,500R and 2,300R.
What are the advantages or disadvantages of curved? Curved monitors mimic the natural viewing of humans. For gaming, curved is considered more immersive, allowing you to dive deeper into the action. You see more overall and do not have to turn your head as much.
However, the disadvantage is that curved models are often less ergonomically adjustable and are only suitable as a secondary monitor to a limited extent. In certain programs, content may also appear slightly distorted.
Panel and Display Type
Currently, there are four types of screens: TN, IPS, VA, and OLED. TN, IPS, and VA are the most common, while OLED has been on the rise for some time, is very expensive, and is more commonly found in televisions.
TN technology is suitable if you have a limited budget and are looking for a fast screen.
An IPS panel is recommended if you have a larger budget and want immersive gaming. IPS provides better contrast and good color reproduction.
VA offers excellent contrast ratios and a stable viewing angle. It is particularly suitable as an office monitor, where you do not need a fast panel.
OLED displays are very expensive, but the investment can still be worth it. Thanks to self-illuminating pixels, OLED offers fantastic colors, high contrast, and perfect black levels.
Adaptive Sync (Variable Refresh Rate)
With little movement, the refresh rates shoot up, while they can drastically drop during high action. Without the help of intelligent technologies, this can lead to Screen Tearing, which means that the image representation tears and looks messy.
Vsync: The simplest solution is Vsync, which you can activate in many games. This commands the monitor to wait for the entire next frame before switching.
FreeSync or G-Sync: Two other ways to control Screen Tearing on your monitor are technologies like G-Sync or FreeSync. G-Sync is Nvidia-exclusive, while FreeSync comes from AMD, but also works with Nvidia or Intel graphics cards.
If you use an AMD graphics card, you should buy a FreeSync monitor.
If you have an NVIDIA card in your computer, G-Sync is the better option. However, FreeSync monitors usually also work.
Monitors with G-Sync are usually more expensive than models with FreeSync.
HDR
Nowadays, many monitors offer High Dynamic Range (HDR). HDR usually provides you with significantly stronger contrasts with brighter lights and deeper shadows. Additionally, the displayed colors appear much more vivid and saturated.
True HDR requires a certain maximum and minimum brightness to guarantee the promised dynamic range. However, this also means that you will almost never find true HDR in affordable devices.
Furthermore, both the operating system, hardware (PC and monitor), and game must support HDR. HDR can be a very good investment if you have the appropriate hardware for it.
Ergonomics
The ergonomics of monitors are often overlooked when purchasing decisions are made. Many people prefer to invest in a height-adjustable desk or an office chair.
However, you should also ensure that a monitor can be adjusted. Ideally, it is height-adjustable, and you can rotate or even tilt the model. Alternatively, you can compensate for missing ergonomic features with a monitor arm from another manufacturer. The larger a monitor is, the fewer ergonomic options it typically offers.
If you don’t want to use a monitor arm or something similar, we would recommend a model that already comes with an adjustable stand from the factory.
Be sure to pay attention to the connections available on your desired monitor. With DisplayPort, HDMI, USB-A or USB-C, Thunderbolt, and audio jacks, there are numerous options to keep an eye on:
With HDMI 2.0, you are already on the safe side, but 2.1 is more modern and supported by PS5 and Xbox.
Most monitors offer DisplayPort 1.4, while DisplayPort 2.1 is currently only offered by a few models and manufacturers.
Some devices rely on special versions, such as Micro-HDMI, Mini-HDMI, or Mini-Displayport. Make sure that the appropriate cables are either included in the package or you have them at home.
Look for USB connections to which you can connect additional devices.
Audio jacks can be practical if you want to connect headphones or a sound system, but do not want to use a sound card or the corresponding connection on your PC.
Pay particular attention to modern HDMI and DisplayPort connections. Options like USB or audio ports can also be used on a PC and often only serve as a nice added bonus.
New monitor in development: Spending a lot of time in front of a screen is not good for our eyes. However, a 17-year-old teenager has apparently found a simple solution to solve this problem.
Our author Schuhmann has been grumbling for 2 years about the €60 he spent on Steam. He was a big fan of Total War: Warhammer: 1 and 2, but he just couldn’t get into part 3. But now the game is supposed to be finally good with new DLCs, say colleagues and the Steam reviews.
That was my mistake that has been bothering me for 2 years: I have been a huge fan of the Total War series for 20 years, having played Rome and Medieval extensively and then truly falling in love with the Warhammer parts 1 and especially 2. That’s why it was a must-buy for me to get Total War: Warhammer 3 for €60 on Steam without waiting for reviews or deals.
But: The spark never ignited, even though I tried. After two years, I have only played 32 hours and the last time I checked in was in February 2023. Problems in the game, like the horrible Chaos Dwarf expansions, made me lose the desire to give Warhammer 3 a second and third chance.
I felt like many: I found the campaign simply boring with the mandatory Chaos episodes, and when the big mode came, my interest was gone. I ended up playing the second part again.
Yes, one could say: €60 for 33 hours is not bad at all. But I really didn’t have that much fun during those 33 hours. It was more of a “Now that I’ve paid for it, there has to be something worthwhile” kind of play.
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Total War: Warhammer 3 – The trailer for the new DLC Thrones of Decay
Total War is finally recovering on Steam after 2 years
What is changing now: Anyone who currently adds another €22.92 will receive the bundle “Thrones of Decay” and thus 3 new DLCs that cost €9 each individually.
The mood is turning positive, Warhammer 3 has more players on Steam than in the last 2 years
Here are the reactions: Total War: Warhammer 3 now has almost 74,000 players on Steam again, the most it has seen in 2 years.
The Steam reviews, which are still generally mediocre, have skyrocketed to “very positive” in the last 30 days. And our expert Grothaus praises the game to the highest heavens.
In the reviews, people rave about the great new content: The 3 new lords are rated very well on Steam with 92%, 89%, and 90%.
Maybe the €60 I sunk into Total War: Warhammer 3 2 years ago are worth it now 2 years later. Although I will probably have to bite the bullet and throw in another €22.
With “Vessel of Hatred,” the first expansion for Diablo 4 will be released at the end of 2024. Details are expected to be announced in the summer – a sequence of numbers now suggests a completed beta.
What is “Vessel of Hatred”? Vessel of Hatred is the first expansion of Diablo 4, scheduled for release at the end of 2024. The expansion will introduce a new class, which has not been seen in Diablo before. Production Director Tiffany Wat has revealed some hints about the new class to MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus in an interview.
According to wowhead, the version of Vessel of Hatred has been changed on the server that Blizzard uses for internal testing. This could indicate an upcoming beta.
Here you can see a trailer for the first expansion for Diablo 4:
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Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred – Teaser Trailer
Changed version suggests beta
What is known about the beta? So far, it is only known that the version of the expansion has changed on the CDN (content distribution network) for internal testing from 2.0.0alpha.49443 to 2.0.103.52888. According to wowhead, this could indicate that the alpha version of Vessel of Hatred has transitioned into beta.
However, we have no information yet on when Blizzard will release the expansion from the internal testing phase for the Diablo 4 community.
Speculations about the new class and possible companions
Are there further speculations and leaks? A few months ago, there was a major data mine that garnered a lot of attention in the community. Diablo expert Rob2628 revisited the list and sorted out which pieces of information could be particularly interesting.
The new class might be the “Spiritborn,” a nature-related class that appears to be a glaive-wielding figure with wings who fights one-handed, using shields and other one-handed weapons. Rob2628 also suspects that new companions, called “Mercenaries,” will be introduced into the game.
It is already certain that the expansion will have the jungles around the city of Kurast as its theme.
When is “Vessel of Hatred” coming? According to Blizzard, the first expansion for Diablo 4 is set to be released at the end of 2024. An announcement regarding the expansion is expected to come this summer. It remains to be seen how the delayed Season 4 will impact Blizzard’s planning.
Season 4 is all about the Iron Wolves – and they come from Kurast. Kurast will also be the focal point of the first expansion, Vessel of Hatred. How this will unfold, we will likely learn in the summer. You can read more about the setting of the expansion here: Vessel of Hatred is said to be a “step forward” – here’s how it will continue
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The eSports clan FaZe has made a radical decision and expelled 14 members via Twitter, including the Twitch streamer Kalei (24). She finds the expulsion unfair and brutal.
What’s going on at FaZe?
FaZe has been a particularly cool eSports clan since 2010, focused on shooters like Call of Duty or CS:GO, and a little bit on crypto fraud. The clan became prominent not through eSports success, but through content creators. FaZe is generally considered the largest eSports clan in the world, in terms of social media presence. The clan has had some “dubious” dealings, including contracts and strange deals.
Starting in 2015, FaZe gradually changed, received investments, and became more commercial. Ultimately, they entered more deals, brought in new faces like Snoop Dogg into the team, and even went public in 2022.
But that failed, the stock price fell dramatically and there was a radical change in direction. The “original members”, who had previously sold their shares, took command again from October 2023.
He was a known member of FaZe, FaZe Jarvis:
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FaZe Clan Expels 14 Members via Twitter Post
This was the brutal decision: One of the founders of FaZe, FaZe Banks, made a tweet on April 27 where he listed 14 names, including himself and streamers like Stable Ronaldo and Nickmercs.
In it, he writes: “Everyone else is out. This is our squad.”
Banks thus fired 14 members at once and halved the number of members in FaZe.
For One Streamer, A Dream Dies
This is the reaction: Being a member of the FaZe clan was a dream and a life goal for many streamers. In 2022, there was even a dedicated game show to become a member of FaZe.
One of those affected by this, who Banks expelled, is Kalei, a Twitch streamer known for her gameplay in Call of Duty: Warzone and Apex Legends:
Kalei was completely devastated on Twitch that she was affected and cried.
She said she is one of the few members who generates millions of views and is being fired.
She wasn’t even paid by the clan, but that was her family.
The streamer says she has never cried on stream before, but now it caught her and makes her very emotional.
Kalei explains that she found out 12 hours beforehand that she would be expelled. But all complaints were ignored.
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What does Banks say? In a stream with Adin Ross, the old and new boss says nothing personal is involved. But FaZe has indeed been controlled by “corporate money”, which just wanted to milk the brand, and that’s not how it works.
FaZe has been a “commercial shit-show” for years (via TikTok). Banks himself complains that his shares were “stolen” from him.
This is what’s behind it: Generally, the decision is being controversially discussed:
The idea that the clan is changing direction and going back to its roots resonates with many
However, the fact that it happened so brutally is something no one deserves
The streamer Asmongold commented on the action (via YouTube): He thinks it’s good that FaZe is going to be like it used to be. But FaZe has always been a group of jerks. That’s how they operate and that’s who they are again.
FaZe pulls off trick shots, has an eSports team and always drama on social media. That’s their identity. The commercial direction has never worked, says Asmongold.
There apparently seems to be a clear direction dispute at FaZe. This ignited over the actress Grace van Dien (Stranger Things), who was invited into the clan. Some of the “old guard” saw this as a betrayal of the values of FaZe.
This can be seen that way, but the harsh treatment of people seen as outsiders is indeed difficult:
Ashes of Creation, the upcoming MMORPG from Intrepid Studios, showcases new gameplay in a nearly 30-minute long video. This time, the mage archetype is introduced, and the world is shown in the dark for the first time.
What is being introduced? In the monthly developer livestream of the upcoming MMORPG Ashes of Creation, the focus this time was on the mage archetype. In nearly 30 minutes, the developers present the archetype and the magic system with plenty of gameplay scenes.
Additionally, players who have been following the MMORPG for some time can take a first look at the world of Ashes of Creation in the dark.
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Ashes of Creation presents the mage archetype in 30 minutes
The entire livestream lasted about 97 minutes and offers even more insight than the pure gameplay video. You can watch the livestream on the official site (via ashesofcreation.com).
As an elemental mage, various abilities are available to you
What is behind the mage archetype? In Ashes of Creation, mages, as in some other RPGs, master different elements and can assert themselves in combat. In the video, for example, you can see the mage launching powerful lightning strikes at their opponents or how an electrically charged orb makes its way to the next enemy.
At one point, you can even see how the mage charges their fists electrically and strikes their opponents. Besides the impressive lightning attacks, several fire attacks, such as classic fireballs, can also be seen in the video.
Do the abilities require resources? To cast powerful spells, the mage needs spell charges. These are built up through casting simple spells. Up to ten spell charges should be possible in the game.
You also basically have the choice of whether you want to focus on one element to use it as effectively as possible or whether you want to combine multiple elements and thus rely on synergy effects.
Interestingly, in the magic system of Ashes of Creation, nearly all offensive spells are not only supposed to deal damage but also provide debuffs. These can also be stacked, thus increasing their effectiveness.
These include effects such as slowing, freezing, sleep effects, or even shock states. The effect of electrification reduces protection against magical damage sources.
The majority of vaults in Fallout have a dark history. A few pursue at least a noble goal – but still end up going wrong. One of these “well-intentioned” stories is Vault 22 from Fallout: New Vegas.
Vaults are an essential part of Fallout. Whether in the Fallout series on Amazon or in the games, they shape the world at least as much as the bombs that have destroyed everything.
Spoiler warning: Anyone who has not seen the Fallout series or played the games will get some light spoilers here.
What are vaults? Officially, these structures are nuclear fallout shelters with walls several meters thick. People were supposed to find refuge in them when the bombs fall. The characteristic, gear-shaped doors then close – temporarily permanently.
Once it is “safe” again in the post-apocalyptic world, the vaults are supposed to reopen, and the residents leave the vault to rebuild and repopulate America. But of course, it wouldn’t be the America from Fallout if there wasn’t a capitalistic thought behind it:
Spaces in the vaults are horrendously expensive. The developers, VaultTec, make a fortune selling the spaces to people. Or to companies. Because this is where the unofficial aspect comes in.
VaultTec “rented” the vaults to other companies in a sort of auction, as shown at the end of the Fallout series. Because of this, experiments were conducted in most vaults, often of a social nature, like in the notorious Vault 69.
The official trailer for the Fallout series on Amazon in German
This is Vault 22: In one vault, however, research was actually conducted on something intended to help humanity. The experiments of Vault 22 aimed to modify plants so they could feed people in the dystopian future.
The entire vault was populated by scientists studying:
Fertilizers and fertilization methods
Better yields of crops
Resistance of crops against insects, drought, and diseases
What went wrong? To effectively combat pests, the researchers used a fungus. The fungus was supposed to infest small animals, kill them, and spread itself. It did that, just a bit too well.
The fungus, Beauveria mordicana, infected its hosts and completely took over after about 10-20 days. The animals became mind-controlled zombie fungi, even when they were already dead. The intention of these beings was solely to spread spores.
Eventually, the fungus evolved to the point where even humans became infected, starting with the lead researcher Dr. Harrison Peters, who describes the progression of the infection as follows (via Fallout Wiki):
Breathing problems as soon as the fungus reaches the lungs
Chills, fever, and whooping cough follow
Any form of treatment that aims to destroy the fungus fails and instead kills the host
What happened to Vault 22 then? The fungus took over more and more researchers and repelled every attempt to combat it. Eventually, the survivors had to flee – their fate can be experienced in “Honest Hearts,” an addon for Fallout: New Vegas.
There you will also find the vault itself, in the middle of the Mojave Desert. With the warning sign: “The plants kill!” right at the entrance, the vault is one of the more dangerous ones. There are no living beings left there, but plenty of dead who are still on the move.
If the story sounds familiar: a similar plot runs in The Last of Us, only with the fungus Ophiocordyceps unilateralis – or Cordyceps. Such a fungus also exists in real life and infects small organisms almost exactly as described above. The Last of Us has also helped the Fallout series: This is how The Last of Us helped to create the Fallout series
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Magic the Gathering is one, if not the most popular card game on the market.A player has laid down as much as 3 million dollars for a powerful but rare card. And the card can only be used in a single game mode.
Which card is it? Anyone who has been involved with Magic the Gathering for a while will probably guess: It’s the card Black Lotus.
The special version being sold here is particularly noteworthy as it was released in 1993 and is one of the rare limited Alpha editions. The grading company Certified Guaranty Company, better known as CGC, certified the card and gave it a Pristine 10. Among other things, this is due to its rarity, but also because the card is in the best possible condition.
Here you can see which cards in Magic the Gathering have had the highest sales value so far:
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Magic The Gathering: The 3 Most Expensive Cards by Highest Sale Value
Win matches in one move for 3 million dollars
Why is it so important? Black Lotus is a highly sought-after card among Magic the Gathering players. With it, one can win a match in one move.
To do this, the card must be played with a land card Mountain:
One sacrifices the Black Lotus for 3 green mana
For 2 green mana, the card Blood Tribute is played
One pays 19 life for 19 colorless mana
With the 19 colorless, one green, and the red mana from the Mountain, one plays Fireball
This deals 20 damage to opponents in just one move. In the modern Commander mode of Magic the Gathering, this is indeed a lot, but not necessarily game-ending.
However, Black Lotus can currently only be used in a single game mode: Vintage, the original version of the game. But even in Vintage, the card can only be used once per deck.
In Vintage, each player has exactly 20 life. The perfect use of Black Lotus can thus sweep the opponent off the field in one turn – even in the opening turn.
New record – For trading card games in general
Who bought the card? The name of the buyer is unfortunately not known. The Instagram account of the card game division of CGC only announced that the seller Adam Cai from Pristine Collectibles orchestrated the deal.
Is the purchase price something special? The purchase price of 3 million dollars is definitely something special and also breaks the previous price record for a trading card in general: In 2022, the card #311 Mickey Mantle from the game Topps, released in 1952, was auctioned for $1,253,185.
In 2023, MeinMMO also reported on the then highest price for Black Lotus: Someone purchased the card with a signature for a total of $540,000. Previously, the record for the card stood at $510,000. Even for the Lord of the Rings collaboration card The One Ring, only $100,000 was bid online.
Currently, there are quite a few collaborations with films and video games in Magic the Gathering, not just with Lord of the Rings. Recently, cards for the Vocaloid Hatsune Miku were announced. Last year, you could also enjoy a collaboration with Baldur’s Gate 3.
V Rising is celebrating its release on Steam on May 8, 2024, and later on PS5. The survival game has been in Early Access since 2022 and has built a large, loyal fanbase. The reason: Over the years, it has developed magnificently.
You gather resources like wood and stones, as is typical in the survival genre – but also blood from animals, humans, and powerful bosses. The twist: As a creature of the night, you are the danger.
V Rising places great importance on the action combat system for which developer Stunlock Studios (Battlerite, Bloodline Champions) is known.
In addition to typical features like base building and exploration, the game also offers an RPG component. Through skills and weapons, you can choose your own playstyle and even fulfill roles like tank or healer in cooperative mode.
It can be played solo or cooperatively with friends on private servers, or with multiple players on official servers. However, on certain servers, there is also PvP with full loot – so it’s only for the tough among you.
What V Rising is showcasing now: On May 2, 2024, V Rising released a new gameplay trailer for the launch of the game. It shows some of the game’s content. Since the early access release, numerous new features have been added, with more coming in version 1.0, such as:
V Rising: The launch trailer for the survival game with vampires on Steam and PS5
“I wish all early access games were this flawless”
At launch, V Rising already had over 150,000 players (via steamcharts). Of course, there are now fewer, yet almost 6,000 people still log in regularly to play their vampires.
On Steam, V Rising is received as “very positive,” with 88 percent across all reviews (via Steam). One of the biggest pros is the building system: you can construct a real vampire castle in a cool Gothic style, now even over several floors.
As befitting for vampires, you naturally keep a few villagers as a blood bank or directly transform them into vampire subjects. These… uh… certainly voluntary “helpers” can be sent on missions or simply made to fight.
Many reviews also praise its scope. It is noted, for example:
The game felt finished already when it was first playable as Early Access. Absolutely shameful for the “AAAA” studios. It has only gotten better since then.
The only downsides are that one can quickly stagnate when playing alone, and server settings cannot be properly adjusted. Moreover, you cannot take your character with you when switching to another server or playing with friends.
Nevertheless, the positive reviews for V Rising far outweigh the negatives. A survival game with such mechanics and especially the great setting simply has no equal – that was also our impression while playing. One of the reasons it ranks among the best survival games for PC, PS5, and Xbox on MeinMMO.
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Immediately after the livestream on May 2 for Season 4 of Diablo 4, Blizzard released the patch notes for patch 1.4.0. MeinMMO delivers the most important information and summarizes what is supposed to be improved.
Season 4 starts on May 14 at 7:00 PM and brings numerous changes and improvements to Diablo 4. For the first time, Blizzard opened a PTR (Public Test Realm). After the developers evaluated the feedback, they announced in the livestream on May 2 what to expect in Season 4.
What will be improved:
Season 4 is themed “Loot Reborn” and the most important part is the complete overhaul of loot. Loot is supposed to feel more rewarding and be easier to understand.
There will be two new crafting systems: Tempering and Masterworking. This allows you to get the most out of your loot and adjust it to your builds with new affixes.
The overall number of affixes will be reduced, as well as those on items directly (3 affixes on legendary items, 2 on rare items).
Loot drops will also be revised. On the one hand, the number of items that drop will be reduced, while on the other hand, drops will be more rewarding.
In addition, all classes will be completely adjusted with buffs, nerfs, and new items for each of them. Below we summarize the highlights from the patch notes. On page 2 you will find the complete patch notes for the update 1.4.0. As a warning: there is a lot.
The latest trailer for Diablo 4 shows the changes coming to the game in Season 4:
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Diablo 4: Trailer shows the changes for Season 4 ‘Loot Reborn’
Loot drops should be more rewarding
Why is there less loot? The developers’ goal is for players to spend more time fighting rather than sorting through the many items. Thus, monsters that you kill will drop fewer items, but those items have a higher chance of being valuable.
Currently, it’s still the case that you come out of Nightmare dungeons with six items of the same category in your inventory, each with different item powers and a wide variety of affixes. Associate Game Director Joe Piepiora draws a comparison on the stream on Twitch to the “Damage on Tuesdays” affix, which players often joke about. This is supposed to change with Season 4.
Legendary items that enemies above level 95 drop will always have an item power of 925. This should make it possible to focus entirely on the affixes at that level. The minimum level for equipping sacred and ancestral items has been reduced to 35 (sacred) and 55 (ancestral).
Legendary affixes can drop in a “larger” version that is 1.5 times as strong. These items will be marked as a drop and in the inventory with a star. Source: Twitch stream
The unique drops will also be adjusted:
On World Tier 1 and 2, Uniques drop in the “non-sacred” variant.
On World Tier 3, Uniques then drop as sacred.
Uber Uniques can drop starting from monster level 55 and have an item power of 925.
There will also be 12 new Uniques, 2 for all classes and 2 specifically for each of the five classes. What they can do and where you can find them, we have listed here. And as a new Uber Boss comes Andariel, where you will have an increased chance of finding Uber Uniques, like with Duriel.
The cap for oboluses will be raised to 2,500, and you can also obtain items with greater affixes from the curiosity vendor. This will surely make the gambling in Season 4 interesting again. According to Lead Class Designer Adam Z. Jackson, you might get some of the best items in the game there (via YouTube stream).
Season 4 will not have a seasonal mechanic like previous seasons, but most changes will be permanent and will affect Diablo 4 as a whole. Seasonal content will still be present in Season 4. For example, there are exclusive loot rewards for an activity revolving around the Iron Wolves.
While other seasons might have a cool theme that disappears afterward, Season 4 fundamentally changes everything – and the changes will remain. In an interview, the developers explained to us what the theme and the special seasonal mechanics will be.
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In 2009, “UP” (originally titled “Up” in English) was released, one of the best animated films from Pixar and Disney in the past 25 years. Now, you can rent Carl Fredricksen’s flying house via Airbnb. However, you should be comfortable with heights.
Wait, this isn’t a joke, right? No, honestly it isn’t! The overnight specialist Airbnb has announced a new category of accommodations called “Icons” that revolves around figures from music, film, television, art, sports, and more.
We especially loved an offering from Abiquiú, New Mexico. Here, interested parties can actually rent the cozy house of Carl Fredricksen from the wonderfully animated film “UP.”
Just like in the movie, you can take to the skies with 8,000 floating balloons (and a crane). But the interior also evokes many memories of the story of Carl, his great love Ellie, and the young scout Russell. On the listing page of Airbnb, you can find various pictures of the house and more information.
Should I have seen “UP”? Absolutely! Even the prologue, which showcases the relationship between Carl and Ellie, is simply heartwarmingly told. You can expect not only the flying house but also the thrilling journey to Paradise Falls, talking dogs, and earworm music pieces.
It’s no coincidence that “UP” won the Oscars in 2010 for “Best Animated Feature” and “Best Original Score.” With a worldwide box office take of around $735 million (against production costs of $175 million), “UP” is one of the most successful films Pixar has ever made.
On Airbnb, you can also find the X-Men Mansion from the 90s. More on that in a moment, but first, here’s the trailer:
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X-Men 97 – Trailer for the new animated series on Disney+
What other Icon offerings does Airbnb have? In New Castle, New York, the X-Mansion awaits you, catapulting you back to the 90s. If you keep your eyes peeled, you’ll find more than 100 unique pieces from the “X-Men” history. In the “War Room,” you can try on the Cerebro helmet. In the “Danger Room,” you train for upcoming missions.
Just in time for the release of “Inside Out 2,” you can also cozy up in Riley’s control center starting in June. Try out funny levers and buttons, hang out with emotions like anger or fear, and spend a relaxing night in the dream studio.
2023 saw the release of Total War: Pharaoh, the latest installment in the popular series, and finally a historical title again. However, it was not well received by fans and quickly lost ratings and players. The developers issued a substantial apology at the end of the year, offered refunds, and now even a free expansion.
What is going on with Total War?
In 2023, a huge dispute erupted between the developers and the fans of Total War. This was mainly due to two reasons.
On one hand, after eight years of fantasy games, a historical title in the series was finally released, Total War: Pharaoh. However, it was said to be just a poor reskin of Troy and still cost 60 euros.
Total War Pharaoh: Trailer shows epic battles in ancient Egypt – “That made my day sweeter”
This is what the developers are offering now: In the latest blog post, the developers announced the next gift for the community. Every owner of Total War: Pharaoh will receive a free expansion that is quite packed:
four new factions: Mesopotamia, Assyria, Mycenae, and Troy
80 new units
70 revamped units
some expansions for the map
Total War usually sells such expansion packs as DLC for between 15 and 20 euros – or 25 euros in the case of Warhammer 3.
“Did they change their entire management or what?”
Pharaoh is currently not doing well on Steam. With just over 600 peak players, it lags far behind older titles like Rome, Rome Remastered, Empire, Attila, Three Kingdoms, and others. Even all three Warhammer titles have more players, with Warhammer 3 leading the list with nearly 80,000 players (via steamcharts).
Whether the renewed gift will bring fans back or even attract new ones remains to be seen. However, the community has reacted positively and is excited about the announcement.
On Reddit, where little is happening nowadays, hundreds of users have commented. It mentions that the gift came completely unexpectedly. They thought that the developer Creative Assembly would simply let the game die. Fans are optimistic, although still a bit scratched:
If the game had started with Mesopotamia and Greece, it would probably have been received much better. But better late than never.
Players are wondering where the sudden change of heart comes from. It is extremely unusual for a studio to suddenly care so much about its reputation and to give out so many gifts.
The German MMORPG Albion Online is booming with the launch of the new server in Europe. On Steam, the peak player count has more than doubled, and on Twitch, the viewer numbers are skyrocketing: Currently, only WoW is bigger among MMORPGs.
What’s happening in Albion Online?
The third server for the MMORPG Albion Online launched on April 29th: Albion Europe. After Asia and North America, the MMORPG from Berlin now has a European server for the first time.
Albion Online attracts players with a new, improved version. Additionally, they advertise reduced lag for players from Europe.
The crucial point: The world is still untouched. This means everyone starts from zero.
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Albion Online – Coming to Europe Trailer
Albion Online in Ascendancy
How big is the boom? The MMORPG is bursting at the seams. There are queues on the server. A screenshot from the Polish site mmorpg.org.pl shows that 8,312 players were in the queue.
On Steam, the MMORPG reached 27,208 players on April 29th – this is the all-time high. Albion Online has never had more players than in the last few days. Compared to the peak in March 2024, that is more than double the number of players online at the same time.
On Twitch, viewer numbers have increased by 177% in the last 7 days. Only WoW is bigger among MMORPGs there.
This is what it’s all about: In sandbox MMORPGs like Albion Online, there is a “fresh server” effect similar to browser games.
When a new server launches and everything is fresh, a big hype surrounds who can establish themselves, achieve critical milestones, and build a position of power. Over time, such a server becomes more stable and therefore also more boring.
In sandbox MMORPGs, a “new server” is like a wipe in Escape from Tarkov. Everything is back to zero, everything is new and exciting. This leads to a boom comparable to the release of a new MMORPG. As is well-known, the first hours are the most enjoyable. If you are looking for an MMORPG where you can spend your time: The best new MMORPGs of the last 5 years on Steam
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While “Winnie The Pooh: Blood And Honey 2” is currently terrorizing moviegoers, several other horror films are in the works that transform beloved cult figures from our childhood into diabolical monsters. In one case, we can even expect a shock crossover in the style of “Freddy vs. Jason“.
What kind of crossover is that? According to the genre website iHorror, Untouchables Entertainment is said to have started production on “Mickey vs. Winnie”. The main characters include not only Winnie Pooh (in German: Winnie Puuh), who is already successfully shaking up theaters as a horror figure, but also the beloved Mickey Mouse from films, series, and comics (Micky Maus).
The horror film revolves around a group of friends who want to experience a vacation full of thrills in the heart of a dark forest. What they don’t know is that in the 1920s, two prisoners became victims of a curse right there.
Now, these criminals appear as twisted versions of Mickey Mouse and Winnie Pooh to hunt the kids. Similar to the classic “Freddy vs. Jason” from 2003, there is ultimately expected to be a bloody final showdown between the two beloved cult figures from our childhood.
There is not yet a trailer for the new film. So here’s something to brighten your mood – the trailer for Shaun of the Dead is always a hit:
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English trailer for the horror comedy Shaun of the Dead
A Poohniverse modeled after Marvel
Wasn’t a horror film with Mickey Mouse already announced? Two actually. A low-budget slasher titled “Mickey’s Mouse Trap” and another project reportedly supported by the producer of Terrifier 2. Thus, “Mickey vs. Winnie” would be the third horror adaptation involving the Disney icon.
The honey-guzzling Winnie Pooh is already much further along. Although “Winnie The Pooh: Blood And Honey” received mixed reviews, it was able to generate several times its production cost last year. Therefore, the sequel is already running in theaters.
The third installment is firmly planned, along with adaptations of Bambi, Peter Pan, and Pinocchio. In the seventh film, all will come together for a monstrous finale, much like Marvel’s The Avengers and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). At least, that’s the plan announced so far.
Why does Disney allow this? The Mouse Company would probably put a stop to it if it were possible. However, many of our childhood characters in their original form have become so old that they have entered the public domain and can therefore be used in exactly that form without the creator having to grant permission or fees being due.
Let’s look at the case of Mickey Mouse. The character’s first appearance was in the film “Steamboat Willie” from 1928. In January 2024, the US copyright will expire. Shortly after that, the first announcements were made for adaptations based on this version of Mickey.
A frugal gamer searched for months for an affordable Nvidia RTX 4080 and was rewarded for his patience. He found a model for an unbeatable 700 euros and could complete his high-end gaming PC with the graphics card.
PC gaming as a hobby can be an expensive pastime. Especially the costs for the necessary hardware, and especially a good graphics card, can quickly exceed the available budget if one does not have a creative idea, to save money on a graphics card upgrade.
As our colleagues at 3djuegos.com reported, a gamer has now been rewarded for his patience in searching for an affordable graphics card. After several months of waiting, he found an Nvidia RTX 4080 for only 700 euros.
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Check out the brilliant Collector’s Edition of the NVIDIA TITAN Xp in Star Wars style in the video
“I got an RTX 4080 for just 700 euros!”
What an offer that was? The gamer BillyLaBufanda3 reported on Reddit about the search for a suitable graphics card for his high-end gaming PC. To complete his new computer, he decided to purchase an Nvidia RTX 4080.
This model provides enough performance to fully utilize his 34-inch Samsung OLED G8 monitor with 4K resolution. After a long search, the gamer found his desired card in the form of a GeForce RTX 4080 Eagle 16G from Gigabyte for the equivalent of 700 euros.
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How did he find the card? BillyLaBufanda3 says he is a student who was raised by his parents to be frugal. Therefore, he did not want to pay the full price and spent a total of 4 months searching for a good graphics card, that fits into the existing PC case.
During his months-long bargain hunt, he invested several hours a day looking for an affordable Nvidia RTX 4080. He followed various offers on online marketplaces and also visited local stores until he finally found one.
I spent about one to two hours over the last 4 months scouring the internet for deals on RTX 4080s and found this offer on Offerup. Generally, I don’t like Offerup, but the eBay prices were terrible, and there were no GPUs available at a good price on the Facebook Marketplace.
From German retailers, the Gigabyte model is currently available for around 1,300 euros (via geizhals.de), making it almost twice as much as the 750 euros offer discovered by the player. Despite the significant savings, the thrifty student still considers the price paid too high.
I searched the Facebook Marketplace for months, opened box deals in stores, and checked Mercari and Offerup. Objectively, it’s a good deal, even though I don’t like the current prices for high-end GPUs.
What else is in the gaming PC? With the purchase of the RTX 4080, the gamer was able to complete his high-end system. According to him, all other components were purchased regularly in stores. Together with the 700 euro graphics card, his computer is said to have cost only 1,700 euros in total.
For this total amount, alongside the RTX 4080, there is also an AMD 7800X3D processor and a 4 TB SSD as selected hardware in the gaming PC.
The processor, motherboard, RAM, and case come from Microcenter. The SSD was sourced from Crucial’s website. AiO liquid cooling, case fans, and the power supply were purchased on Amazon.
If this is the case, the game will show you the usual 3 stars during the evaluation by your team leaders, while the rating sticker changes color. You will also see fully filled bars for attack, defense, and HP values. “Perfect values,” indeed.
Why would I sometimes want a bad attack in Pokémon GO?
Here’s the reason: An interesting discussion about Pokémon values has started in the Reddit community for Pokémon GO. User “DaAwesomeCat” asks why some trainers swear that you’d prefer a value distribution of 0/15/15 over 15/15/15.
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The answer: The digits each represent one of the three values. 15/15/15 would be a “perfect Pokémon” with ideal values, as described above. A 0/15/15 Pokémon, on the other hand, has a bad attack value but still strong defensive and HP values.
Why is this good? When you battle in raids or the Master League, you always want the “Hundo”, meaning perfect values. However, it looks different in the Great League and Ultra League: there, a low attack value can pay off. Because: these leagues are CP-limited.
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Pokémon GO: Finding Rocket Bosses – How to Collect the Rocket Radar and Track Them Down
The CP are the values of your Pokémon that represent its overall power. They consist of the attack, defense, and HP values, with the attack being weighted more heavily.
The theory goes like this: In the battle league, strong defensive and HP values are more important than the attack value, as long as you have good moves. That’s why monsters like Azumarill, Slurpuff, or Rocara are good options in the Great League, while they aren’t particularly relevant in raids.
If the attack value is very high, the CP also increase rapidly – and then it may be that you cannot use your monsters at high levels due to the CP limits. Or the defensive and HP values may be lower in comparison than they could be, as the attack value does not give them enough space within the CP limits.
In short: If you have a lower attack value but high defensive and HP values, you can use Pokémon with a higher level in the league than if you had, for example, 15/15/15. And that can give you a significant advantage in the league.
What do you think of the battle league? Do you play there too, or are you only in raids or the Master League? Then you can simply rely on “Hundos” and the best attackers in Pokémon GO.
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The director of Doctor Strange, Scott Derrickson, was determined to have Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role. However, it was not an easy task.
Doctor Strange is an important film for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) because it explores new fascinating aspects of the universe. Scott Derrickson emphasized how crucial it was to find the right actor. Someone who could embody the mystical and complex role of Stephen Strange.
The Search for the Right Actor
Who was in the running? The first choice for the role was Benedict Cumberbatch. Derrickson was convinced of his talent and traveled to London to convince him in person. But there was a problem: Cumberbatch had already committed to playing Hamlet in the London theater. Therefore, his schedule did not align with Marvel Studios’ planned release date. Doctor Strange was originally set to premiere in the summer – on July 8, 2016 – as a blockbuster.
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Doctor Strange – Trailer for the Marvel movie
Release Delay for Cumberbatch
What did Disney do to get Cumberbatch? Joker star Joaquin Phoenix was also cast as an alternative for the role. But when the casting talks fell through, Derrickson was determined to get Cumberbatch on board, even if it meant delaying the release and sacrificing potential profits.
He says the following:
“[…] We have to move the date [release] because it has to be Benedict.” Kevin [Feige, President of Marvel Studios] went to Bob Iger [CEO of Disney] and Alan Horn [former Chief Creative Officer at Disney] and told them what I had said. You have to give them credit for moving the date and turning it into a fall film.
Scott Derrickson in an exclusive interview with SlashFilm
After some negotiations, the studio eventually agreed to postpone the release date of Doctor Strange to give Cumberbatch time to fulfill his theater commitments. It was a risky decision, but Derrickson firmly believed that Cumberbatch was the right choice.
In the end, it came down to the fact that the executives at Disney knew they would make less money with the film, but provided me as a director with the right actor for the film, Derrickson says.
How successful was the film? The film premiered on October 26, 2016. Even though Doctor Strange could have made even more profit in the summer, it was still more than worth it. Doctor Strange became a box office success and Benedict Cumberbatch established himself as one of the main stars of the MCU.
According to CBR, during the release weekend of Doctor Strange, they made 85 million dollars. This is one of the most successful releases of the MCU so far. The film grossed over 677 million US dollars worldwide at the box office.
The story behind the casting of Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange shows that sometimes sacrifices must be made to achieve the best for a project.
Derrickson and the studio were willing to forgo potential profits to get the right actor. Cumberbatch’s portrayal of Doctor Strange is loved by fans.
