Pokémon: 4500 trainers battled in London for 140,000 euros – And the final battle was tough

Linda Baumgartl Linda Baumgartl Reading time 4 minutes

On the first April–weekend, the European Pokémon International Championships 2024 took place in London. MeinMMO author Linda Baumgartl was live on-site and reports from the event.

It is Thursday, April 4th, at the exhibition center ExCeL in London. The first events actually start the next day. But already, fans are everywhere playing cards, trading, and looking forward to a great weekend.

I definitely belong to the Pokémon noobs here. While I enjoyed playing Sword and Shield on the Switch, I never really dove completely into the franchise. Yet the excitement is contagious. So, I can hardly wait until the hall opens its doors the next day.

What an event it was! At the Pokémon International Championships, players from all over the world compete against each other. There are competitions in four different categories:

  • Pokémon Trading Card Game
  • Pokémon Video Game (Scarlet and Violet)
  • Pokémon GO
  • Pokémon UNITE

Each season, there are three championships of this kind, one of which takes place in Europe. The European Championship (EUIC) took place this year from April 5th to 7th in London. The climax of the year is the World Championship, to which only the best players are invited. 

This year, the World Championship will be held in Honolulu, Hawaii:

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Never before was there so much competition

On Friday, April 5th, it officially begins. A brief glance around the hall makes it clear: the competition is huge. Row by row, participants sit at long tables trying to rank in the top positions.

  • In total, over 4,500 participants competed that weekend.
  • This made the event the largest Pokémon tournament ever.

In addition, there were over 6,000 visitors and 340 so-called Pokémon Professors, voluntary helpers.

What can participants win? Of course, doing well in such a large tournament is not easy, but it is worth it. The prizes include mainly:

  • Cash prizes
  • Championship Points
  • Booster packs

The so-called Championship Points must be collected by participants throughout the season to receive an invitation to the World Championship. While such points can also be earned at smaller competitions, only in limited amounts. For many, the EUIC represented the best opportunity to earn enough points.

Of course, the cash prizes are also attractive. The amount varies widely depending on the category played, age group, and placement. Overall, the prize pool of the EUIC amounted to approximately €140,000. The highest cash prize was $25,000, or about €23,500. Who could ultimately take this grand prize was decided in an epic finale.

EUIC 2024 Tournaments
Many duels of the trading card game are taking place simultaneously.
Final rounds can be followed on the big stage.

The battle against the final boss

On Sunday, the last day of the EUIC, everyone waited eagerly for the final rounds. The best players of the weekend would compete against each other on the big stage once again. One of the most exciting duels was between the finalists of the trading card game in the Masters category.

What categories are there? In Pokémon competitions of the video and trading card game, participants are always divided into three age categories:

– Junior: Born in 2005 or later
– Senior: 2001-2004
– Masters: 2000 or earlier

With 2,605 participants, the TCG Masters category was by far the most represented category of the weekend – with the highest prize money to be won. The finals match was anticipated even more intensely, where the crème de la crème of Pokémon trainers faced off. And the matchup was indeed exciting:

  • Tord Reklev (Norway) has already won four international championships and is considered one of the best TCG players in the world, even though he has yet to secure the World Champion title.
  • Isaiah Bradner (US) has often achieved good placements but has yet to win an International. However, with his great passion, he has already won the hearts of the audience.

Can Isaiah defeat the final boss and finally secure his first title? Or can Tord prove himself once again and become a five-time champion?

Here you can find the complete match:

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The tension in the hall is palpable as Isaiah makes the first move. But then it is Tord’s turn to deal the first damage in the game. Throughout the round, Tord was able to expand his advantage and thus confidently wins the first match.

However, since Pokémon competitions are always played in a Best-of-3, not all is lost for Isaiah. In the second match, he actually manages to hold the upper hand for a long time. But then Tord catches up. By the end of the match, both candidates only needed one Prize Card to win; it couldn’t get more exciting.

Then Tord delivers the final blow, achieving the incredible: he becomes the international Pokémon Champion for the fifth time.

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Now we can only wait to see if Tord will continue his success at the World Championship in August. We will be there again and report everything important from the event.

Soon, an important award in the gaming industry will also be presented in Germany. With us at MeinMMO, you will find out who is nominated:

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MeinMMO was present at the EUIC as a press representative. The costs for admission, travel, and accommodation were covered by the organizers.

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I ran 50 kilometers with the Nintendo Switch and now feel as fit as I haven’t in 4 years

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 4 minutes

MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann has completed a fitness training with his Switch for several weeks. And it worked surprisingly well. Benedikt explains why this has helped him a lot in his daily life.

I have been regularly exercising for years. But during the Corona pandemic (lockdown from 2021), swimming pools closed, and many other options in indoor sports suddenly went away. This meant that I could do less and less sport. Overall, I just moved too little in recent years.

At the beginning of 2024, I decided to at least rebuild my basic fitness and took my “Ringfit Adventure” out of the closet for that. I had bought it during the pandemic for my partner. This is a fitness and sports game for the Nintendo Switch.

I really had little alternatives: The gym is too far away for me, and my local swimming pool has been closed for years due to construction work and lack of staff. And cycling was also not an option in winter and the currently rainy spring.

Trained for 30 sessions: Since the beginning of the year (2024) I have now completed more than 30 fitness sessions with my Switch and the system. On average, I train every two days, and I feel as fit as I haven’t felt in years. My collected data also speaks for itself:

  • Overall, I have trained just over 7 hours over 30 sessions. On average, about 20 to 25 minutes per day.
  • I have run just over 50 KM. Usually, this was 1.6 to 1.7 kilometers per session.
  • Over 30 days, according to my smartwatch, I burned between 6,000 and 7,000 kcal. My Switch indicates a little over 2,300 kcal.
Nintendo Switch Ringfit Training data 30 days
These were my training data after 30 sessions.

Ringfit has become a real alternative to the gym for me

What is it at all? “Ringfit Adventure” is a system that was developed for the Switch several years ago. You step into the role of an athlete, armed with a Ring-Con and a Joy-Con strapped to your leg, and fight various monsters with your sports exercises. Alternatively, there is also a mode where exercises are simply lined up.

Nintendo tried to “gamify” sports more. Meanwhile, there are quite a few sports games for the Nintendo Switch, but Ringfit Adventure is probably the most well-known of its kind.

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How did I train? Over the last 6 weeks, I have completed more than 30 training sessions in total. I saved the training data with the Switch, and I tracked my health data with my Galaxy Watch. Especially for health data, the smartwatch is more detailed and accurate.

Nintendo Switch Ringfit Training data overview
And the individual exercises after 30 days at a glance. The data comes from the Nintendo Switch. Total data is in parentheses.

How well did the training work? Since I sit a lot in daily life due to working from home, I primarily opted for exercises for the abdomen, back, and pelvic muscles. Throughout the 30 sessions, I used the same set of 7 exercises to target specific muscles or just to get fit again.

At the beginning, the exercises were a bit too easy for me, so I adjusted the tasks upwards after 3 days.

The positive, lasting effect is definitely that I feel as fit as I haven’t felt in years. Certain pains that I used to have immediately after sitting for a long time are now almost gone.

However, it is important to stay consistent: I had to take almost 10 days off once because I had professional and private appointments and was simply too exhausted to do sports.

This immediately had its consequences: I didn’t feel as fit anymore, and my backside immediately reacted after several hours of sitting. After a few days of renewed training, I felt better again right away. Since then, I make sure to start another session by the day after next at the latest.

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The leg strap has cost me a lot of nerves

There is room for improvement here: The Joy-Con on the leg is not necessarily stable or firm enough. This has to do with the knee strap with which the device is attached. Because it is not always reliable.

In the most frustrating case, even an exercise was not recognized as such, and the Switch then issued a warning. Because the Switch and the software cannot detect whether the Joy-Con has shifted or is not being recognized correctly, although the exercise continues. This was sometimes really annoying, and I had to curse out loud several times because of this.

By the way, it was only a few years ago that I discovered the Nintendo Switch for myself. For years, I couldn’t get into the console until I finally bought it and was really surprised. You can read my experiences directly on MeinMMO:

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Steam: Two German streamers dominate the new construction hit on Twitch

Lydia Lydia Reading time 3 minutes

Manor Lords is currently the great hope for fans of building games. On Steam, the medieval simulation has secured the top spot among the most wished-for games, and it is also highly rated on Twitch.

What game are we talking about? Manor Lords is a medieval building game being developed by the solo developer Slavic Magic. The simulation promises detailed city building, massive battles, and complex economic and social systems. The whole thing is to be presented in quite impressive graphics – especially for a solo project.

These factors make Manor Lords currently the most wished-for game on Steam – even ahead of the highly anticipated Hades 2. According to publisher Hooded Horse, a whopping 2.5 million people have the game on their wishlists (via X).

From April 26, 2024, PC players can finally make their own judgment, as Manor Lords will officially launch into Early Access then. An Xbox release is expected to follow at a later date. However, several streamers have been eagerly playing since April 12 – led by two familiar faces.

The verdict from the GameStar colleagues on Manor Lords is: “So far, it lives up to the hype.”

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Manor Lord Release Date Trailer

A Success on Twitch Even Before Release

Who are the streamers? Looking at the past 7 days since Manor Lords was made available for content creators, the most viewed streamers of the game are two Germans: Gronkh and Maurice Weber. Manor Lords itself holds the 3rd place in the “Trending Games” (via SullyGnome).

Maurice is a talent in the Webedia network, which includes MeinMMO, GameStar, and GamePro.

For Gronkh, this is quite an achievement, as he has only played the game in one stream for about 8 hours – yet he has gathered so many fans that he is ahead in both average viewers and watch time.

The streaming veteran regularly shows that he can also compete internationally with new releases – most recently with the surprise hit Palworld.

However, looking at the numbers for the past 3 days, the two have been pushed out – neither Maurice nor Gronkh played Manor Lords during this time. Only the streamer JenNyan still represents the German scene in the top-10 (via SullyGnome).

Top-5 streamers for Manor Lords after one week

“It’s almost as if the entire civilization depends on oxen”

What does Gronkh say about the game? He seemed to enjoy the medieval simulation, but he discontinued playing rather quickly when he lost two of his oxen in a fire. According to the streamer, they are still much too much of a bottleneck in the game: Without the livestock, you can’t do anything at all.

“It’s almost as if the entire civilization depends on oxen,” Gronkh complains, “but they die left and right.” (via Gronkh.tv)

“An exceptional building game”

What does Maurice say? He is clearly taken by Manor Lords. No other game has he shown more on Twitch in the last month (via SullyGnome). Already in advance, he had raved about the building game. In his detailed test stream on April 14, he summarized: “An exceptional building game.”

He has now played it for 30 hours and had a lot of fun with it, according to Maurice. However, he also warns that one wouldn’t be doing Manor Lords any favors by overestimating it. At this point, it is not the “ultimate building game.”

As a drawback, the colleague points out especially the late game, as there simply isn’t enough content at the moment. Maurice currently feels the long-term motivation is still lacking.

However, he also praises several factors that no other building game would offer. In particular, he was impressed by the construction style: You really cannot emphasize this enough. “In no other game can you build such a beautiful settlement,” raves Maurice.

Now it remains to be seen whether he can fight his way back into the top 3 “Manor Lord” streamers over the weekend. During the week, Maurice apparently got a bit distracted: First, he had to try out Frostpunk 2, and then he was also unexpectedly awarded the Player of the Year at the German Computer Game Awards (via GameStar).

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That a simulation like Manor Lords is particularly well received by German-speaking audiences seems to once again confirm an old cliché: Germans simply love to work hard in their video games. The statistics recently published by the space MMO Star Citizen also suggest this:

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If you have always wanted to work for the Mafia, you should not miss this demo on Steam

Linda Knabe Linda Knabe Reading time 2 minutes

Soon, a game that resembles Powerwash and House Flipper will be released on Steam, but you’ll be working for the mafia. Now you can test the demo.

What game is this about? In Crime Scene Cleaner, as the name suggests, you take on the role of a single father who works as a crime scene cleaner to provide a good life for his daughter. He has therefore joined the mafia and now cleans up after them.

The trailer gives you a good impression of your new job as a mafia cleaner:

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The game is set to be released in the second quarter of 2024, but a specific release date is not yet known. However, you can recently play the demo for free on Steam, which has already received 96% positive reviews on the platform.

What can you expect? As the trailer shows, you will face relatively difficult tasks in Crime Scene Cleaner. Because anyone who has ever tried to clean a bloodstain knows that it can be quite tricky.

With the right tools and cleaning supplies, you’ll ensure that all traces left behind by your colleagues are removed. Being particularly thorough should be a given, as who wants the mafia to get in trouble later.

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While you are destroying evidence, you are also trying to uncover the story behind the crime and remain inconspicuous in your work. To get more money, you also collect some valuable items on the side and sell them afterward.

What does the demo offer? The demo includes the prologue of the game and thus provides you with the first part of the protagonist’s story. Your first job takes you to a villa of a local business. In the demo, some tools from the full game are available to you, but not all, it seems.

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Throne and Liberty was not allowed to be called Lineage, but plays like a modern Lineage 3

Karsten Scholz Karsten Scholz Reading time 4 minutes

Reports continue to emerge from players of the closed beta as well as the already released Korean version of Throne and Liberty. A particularly comprehensive review of the MMORPG now draws an exciting connection to NCSoft’s original plans.

What were the original plans for Throne and Liberty? The new NCSoft project was originally supposed to be called Lineage Eternal and continue the storied MMORPG series as its third installment. However, after a long development period and many changes, NCSoft decided to rename it and distance itself from the Lineage brand.

Perhaps it was because the decision-makers at the Korean publisher could no longer assume a guaranteed success after the turbulent development period and wanted to protect the reputation of the Lineage franchise. Maybe design decisions, such as changing the perspective from isometric to third-person, also triggered the sudden separation.

The beta trailer of Throne and Liberty:

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Throne and Liberty showcases itself in the German trailer for the closed beta

How do Western players rate Throne and Liberty? We have already summarized some feedback from the recent closed beta phase and the already released Korean version:

Now a player of both versions has taken the effort to shed light on the strengths and weaknesses of Throne and Liberty from his perspective on Reddit. The thesis of msonix: Despite the name change, we are dealing with a worthy successor to Lineage 2.

A feast for fans of Lineage 2

Let’s take a detailed look at the points made by msonix. Here’s what Throne and Liberty does well from his perspective:

  • He praises the flexibility of the class system, as you can freely switch weapons and easily take on different roles. This is great for quickly forming a full-fledged group.
  • Unlike in Black Desert, Lost Ark, or Lineage 2, the upgrading of equipment cannot completely fail. You either receive a major or a minor upgrade and make progress in any case. Additionally, attempting to upgrade your equipment does not destroy it.
  • The story turns out to be surprisingly entertaining but can also be ignored. Through quest chains, you learn the exciting background of regularly occurring world events.
  • There is always something to do. In addition to the campaign and side quests, you can dive into contracts to earn materials and recipes for better equipment. PvE events, world bosses, a tower challenge for solo players, group content… the entire range opens up to you from level 30.
  • Throne and Liberty places a strong emphasis on group content and PvP battles with many participants. Those who enjoyed the castle sieges in Lineage 2 will find plenty to enjoy here.
  • The MMORPG relies on an old-school tab-targeting system, yet it plays comparatively quickly and action-packed, making the skill of players decisive, especially in PvP.
  • Thanks to the Korean release and various updates, Throne and Liberty appears very polished. The technology is stable, the graphics look great in parts, the music enhances immersion, and even the long-criticized combat system now feels good.
  • The foundation for regular content updates has been laid. Even now, there are numerous contents in the installation files that aren’t even playable in the Korean version yet.
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These potential weaknesses are attributed to Throne and Liberty according to msonix:

  • You can relatively quickly reach the maximum level (some players reportedly needed less than twelve hours during the closed beta phase), but you must prepare for grind (from contracts and group content) to earn your character the best possible pieces of equipment.
  • While the large-scale battles around sieges and world bosses are among the most fun experiences in the game, some players may be put off by the chaotic nature of these brawls.
  • The feeling of combat may have improved significantly over time, but there are genre competitors like Black Desert that simply feel better, more impactful, and more satisfying.
  • Throne and Liberty brings some exciting ideas (such as how the day and night cycle or weather affects the game world and your skills) but lacks major innovations. You can expect a fairly typical MMORPG.
  • The shop in the Korean version offers a clear Pay2Progression advantage. Those who invest some real money can partially equip themselves with pieces of equipment that other players have to farm for several weeks. At least: Some of the best items are said to be obtainable only through playing group content, not through the auction house.

Large battles are the essence of Throne and Liberty:

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What conclusion does msonix draw? The player draws two conclusions from his experiences with the beta and the Korean version. Firstly, he believes that all fans of Lineage 2 will have a lot of fun with Throne and Liberty. The new NCSoft game seems to have built upon the strengths of the MMORPG classic and improved some weaknesses deliberately.

Secondly, msonix is sure that Throne and Liberty will struggle to establish itself against the major genre competition broadly. It lacks the storytelling quality and RPG elements of Final Fantasy XIV, the sheer scope and charisma of WoW, and the brilliance of the combat in Black Desert.

If there are no significant changes to the shop of the Western version, this may also deter MMORPG fans here. What do you think: Do you still feel like Throne and Liberty after all the reports?

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Pokémon GO: Guide to Community Day with Knofensa – How to Make the Most of the Event

Paul Kutzner Paul Kutzner Reading time 3 minutes

In Pokémon GO, the Community Day featuring Knofensa is waiting for you. We will show you what to expect and how to make the most of the event.

What kind of event is this? The Community Day is a monthly event where a Pokémon is in the spotlight. During the event, the Pokémon appears in large numbers in the wild. In addition to a significantly increased chance of finding a shiny, there are other bonuses active during the event.

In April 2024, Knofensa is in the spotlight for the Community Day. This Pokémon from the 1st generation has the types Grass and Poison. It can evolve into Ultrigaria and then into Sarzenia.

We have compiled all the information about the event and tips on how to make the most of the Community Day for you.

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Community Day in April 2024 with Knofensa – Start & Event Bonuses

What? Community Day with Knofensa
When? Saturday, April 20, 2024 – From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Exclusive Attack: Fast Attack Leaf Storm for Sarzenia if you evolve Ultrigaria into Sarzenia by 10:00 PM
Bonuses:
– Increased shiny chance for Knofensa
– Triple Stardust when catching Pokémon
– Double catch candy
– Doubled chance for XL candy when catching Pokémon from level 31
– Lure modules and incense last for 3 hours (not the daily adventure incense)
– Snapshot surprises with Knofensa
– Field research featuring Knofensa
– PokéStop Showcases with Knofensa and Sarzenia

Bonuses until 10 PM local time:
– One additional special trade
– 50% less Stardust cost when trading

Additional content during the Community Day: After 5:00 PM you will find 4*-Raids that you can participate in to challenge Ultrigaria. If a raid is successfully completed, additional Knofensa will appear within 300 meters of the gym for 30 minutes. These raids cannot be completed with remote raid passes.

There will also be a special research task during this Community Day that you can buy for $1 (around 1 €). Here you will find all the information about the tasks and rewards of the research.

What does shiny Knofensa look like? You can see how Knofensa and its evolutions look as shiny here:

Shiny Knofensa
Upper row: regular variants
Lower row: shiny variants

Who should consider participating in the Community Day with Knofensa?

For collectors: If you have had little luck with Knofensa and its evolutions so far, you can take advantage of this event to fill these entries in your Pokédex. With the frequent appearance of Knofensa, it will be easy to collect the necessary candies for evolution.

If you are out hunting for shinies, you should not miss the Community Day. You probably won’t have a better chance for a shiny Knofensa and its evolutions any time soon.

For fighters: Knofensa and its evolutions are somewhat limited for battling. At least in the Poison category, you will find Sarzenia in the list of the best attackers in Pokémon GO, although you should preferably opt for the shadow variant when it comes to this.

In the battle leagues, you should refrain from using Sarzenia. Many Pokémon perform better in the corresponding leagues.

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The perfect preparation for the Community Day in April 2024

Make space: As always during Community Days, you should have enough space in your Pokémon box to catch the countless Knofensa.

If you need to create space during the event, you can quickly sort Pokémon with a simple trick.

Prepare your items: You should also make arrangements regarding your items to make the most of the Community Day.

  • Enough balls: Make sure to pile up enough balls before the Community event. If not, check out how to collect Poké Balls in Pokémon GO beforehand.
  • Sananaberries: By using Sananaberries when catching, you double the candies you receive for the catch. Since there are already double candies during the event, using Sananaberries will allow you to get four times the amount of candies.
  • Incense and Lure module: With these two items, you can further increase the number of Knofensa you encounter. When activated during the event, the duration of both items will even be increased to 3 hours.

Which Mega Pokémon are worthwhile for the event? If you have a Mega Pokémon of the Grass or Poison type active during the event, you can enjoy an additional candy and experience points when catching. These Mega evolutions have at least one of the two types and are therefore worthwhile if you want to benefit from the bonus during the Community Day.

  • Mega-Gengar
  • Mega-Bibor
  • Mega-Bisaflor
  • Mega-Gewaldro

What do you think about the Community Day with Knofensa? Are you looking forward to it, or would you have preferred a different Pokémon? Share your opinion in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers there.

If you want to know which events are still upcoming in March 2024 in Pokémon GO, you will also find information about that with us.

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LoL players miss their times in lower ranks: “I regret getting better”

Fabienne Kissel Fabienne Kissel Reading time 2 minutes

League of Legends is known for its toxic community. Some players report that it gets worse the higher you climb in rank. They miss the old days.

League of Legends has had a problem with toxic behavior among players since its inception (like many other large online games). In a Reddit thread, players have discussed a regrettable reality for them: The higher they climb in rank, the more they long for the days in the lower ranks.

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Toxic Behavior in Higher Ranks

A player named Lucia_LA usually fluctuated between Gold and Platinum and admits on Reddit that he misses the times in the lower ranks. He actually plays for fun, but wanted to play more seriously and made it to Diamond – which he now regrets.

Why does he regret it? He emphasizes that in Gold matches, he encountered more relaxed and cool teammates, and saboteurs were a rare occurrence. He used to not understand why people kept claiming that League is super toxic – but now he gets it.

Because the higher he climbed, the more he apparently encountered players who just didn’t want to play anymore if things weren’t going their way. They would rather intentionally sabotage the game.

What is the reason for this? Lucia_LA explains it this way. Players between Bronze and Gold/Platinum are more likely casual players. They play a few games after work or in their free time and don’t place too much importance on climbing higher ranks.

He also adds the following:

League is probably the only game where I regret getting better. […] Obviously, it makes sense that people become more competitive the higher the rank, but I didn’t expect it to be this bad, lol. I am seriously considering just switching to “Unranked.”

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What do other players say about it? Many players share similar experiences and feel frustrated by the pressure of competition and the increasingly toxic environment. They have mentioned further reasons for it.

We have summarized a few comments for you:

  • LargeSnorlax writes: In reality, as ranks increase, the fragility of teammates’ egos increases. […] At Platinum-Diamond, everyone starts to get a big head [big ego].  LOL, I’m better than you, Gold Scrub. […] In Master-GM, everyone thinks they’re the next Faker.
  • Miyaor says: I think it generally has to do with the fact that it takes a good amount of time to climb this high. People who have taken so long to reach Diamond want their rank to mean something. That’s why they get upset when they lose and are at risk of losing it.
  • gots8sucks misses his Gold days: The worst part is, you can never go back. I would love to play Douq with my more relaxed friends and relax like I did years ago in Gold.

What many agreed on in the Reddit thread: Players in higher ranks are often very confident, critical, and enter the game with higher expectations. In contrast, players in lower ranks often behave more humbly and recognize when they’re not playing well. The rank may have not held so much significance for them yet.

What do you think about all of this? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

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TOTS Live in EA FC 24: New event has started and brings strong dynamic cards 

Julian Schröder Julian Schröder Reading time 3 minutes

Finally, the long-awaited TOTS event in EA FC 24 is starting, and immediately everything is different from previous years. Because: the Team of the Season kicks off this year with the new TOTS Live event. We will show you what it’s all about.

Update, April 19 at 7:00 PM: The new event has officially started, marking the beginning of the TOTS weeks. And the first thing that stands out about the dynamic TOTS cards is that they have three PlayStyles, which already indicates incredibly strong TOTS cards.

But even the already intense live cards could become unbelievably strong if they achieve the necessary wins and goals. 

Here we showcase all the new cards:

EFIGS (England, France, Italy, Germany and Spain)

  • CM: Modric (94)
  • CAM: Bruno Fernandes (94)
  • LW: Doku (92)
  • CB: Romero (92)
  • CAM: Loftus-Cheek (92)
  • RW: Kudus (92)
  • CB: Bisseck (91)
  • RF: Raphinha (91)
  • RB: Clauss (91)
  • CM: Szoboszlai (90)
  • CM: Mikel Merino (90)
  • CB: Hincapié (90)
  • LB: Robinson (90)
  • ST: Beier (89)
  • CF: David Costa (88)

Mixed Leagues

  • LM: Saint-Maximin (91)
  • LW: Zaha (91)
  • CB: Otamendi (89)
  • CDM: Sheaf (89)
  • ST: Rafa Mujica (88)

Women’s Leagues

  • CAM: Santos (92)
  • CB: Laia Aleixandri (91)
  • ST: Terland (90)
  • LW: Weaver (89)
  • RW: Alber (88)

In addition, we now know the TOTS schedule and can tell you when each TOTS will be released. 

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Surprisingly, this year the Team of the Season starts with the new “TOTS Live” instead of the classic Community TOTS, where the players always voted on the composition themselves.

However, with the new TOTS Live, there are fresh dynamic cards that become stronger as conditions in real football are met.

For this, the clubs of the respective players must:

  • Win 2 of the next 4 league matches for the first +1 upgrade
  • Score 8 goals in the next 4 league matches for another +1 upgrade

In total, there are 2 upgrades available for each card. The matches will be counted starting today, April 19.

What is the Team of the Season anyway? Many UT players eagerly wait for the TOTS event during the FC year, as there are hundreds of new special cards during the event, where values below 90 are rare.

The special thing about it is that many of the TOTS cards are even affordable, allowing players to significantly improve their teams.

You can find all information about TOTS in EA FC 24 here.

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“TOTS Live” in EA FC 24 – Information and leaks about the new event

Which cards are included? So far, no cards from the new Live TOTS are known officially; they will be revealed, as usual, this Friday evening at 7:00 PM. However, the famous FUT leaker Fut Scoreboard has once again leaked information on his X channell.

According to the leaker, these cards could appear in the event:

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However, keep in mind that these are unconfirmed leaks. Enjoy the information with caution, as the final TOTS Live could look quite different.

What other content does the new event bring? This is also currently not known. However, there should be new packs, SBC players, and new tasks as usual, where you can earn packs and cards.

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Will the Community TOTS be released at all? We cannot answer that with certainty at this time. It is possible that the traditional Community TOTS will appear next Friday, starting the individual teams. The voting for the Bundesliga TOTS suggests, however, that these could be the next to start, meaning we might have to do without the Community TOTS altogether.

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EA FC 24: Team of the Season – All information and leaks about the TOTS

Julian Schröder Julian Schröder Reading time 3 minutes

In EA FC 24 the big Team of the Season-event is casting its shadow. But when does the TOTS finally start? And what leaks are already known? You will find all this out here on MeinMMO.

Update, April 19 at 7:00 PM: With the new TOTS Live Team, the Team of the Season officially starts today with new dynamic cards that can get better and better. You’ll find out everything about it here.

This is how the TOTS weeks run: With the start of the TOTS Live Team, EA has published a schedule for the upcoming weeks. One thing in advance: the Community TOTS will not exist this year.

And there is also a big difference in the selection of teams, as only the Bundesliga TOTS is based on fan voting. The other teams will be selected by EA using OPTA data and in collaboration with the biggest leagues.

Here you can see the roadmap for this year’s TOTS:

  • April 19 to April 26: Live TOTS
  • April 26 to May 3: Premier League TOTS, Mixed League 1, WSL
  • May 3 to May 10: Bundesliga TOTS, Mixed League 2, Frauen Bundesliga
  • May 10 to May 17: Ligue 1 TOTS, Mixed League 3, D1 Arkema
  • May 17 to May 24: LaLiga TOTS, Mixed League 4, Liga F
  • May 24 to May 31: Serie A TOTS, Mixed League 5, NWSL
  • May 31 to June 7: Ultimate TOTS

Update, April 17 at 10:30 AM: A new leak shows a “Live TOTS Team”. Could new dynamic TOTS cards be coming our way? You can find out more about this further down in this post.

Update, April 12 at 7:00 PM: EA has officially announced the TOTS with a post on X. However, we do not yet know when exactly it will start. However, you can already prepare yourself with the new Warm Up Promo.

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As we are already mid-April, the league operations in football are slowly coming to an end and the championships are becoming more exciting, this can only mean one thing for fans of EA FC 24: The TOTS is just around the corner!

And in this post, we will reveal everything you need to know about the upcoming super event in EA FC 24.

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When does the TOTS event start in EA FC 24? So far, no official information about the start date of the TOTS in EA FC 24 is known. However, we expect a timely start of the event. A possible date would be April 26, which is a classic event Friday.

This would fit with the last years. The release dates of the TOTS were as follows:

  • FIFA 23: April 28, 2023
  • FIFA 22: April 29, 2022
  • FIFA 21: April 21, 2021

However, we will only really know when EA announces the official start date. As soon as that happens, you will find out here first.

What is the Team of the Season anyway? Many Ultimate Team players eagerly await the soccer year for the TOTS event, because during the weeks-long event there are hundreds of new special cards that celebrate the best players of the season and offer every major league its own team.

Ratings below 90 are rare here and in addition to the new cards, there are plenty of SBCs and tasks that dramatically increase the chance for strong TOTS cards.

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How is the TOTS event planned? It is still uncertain how the course of this year’s TOTS event will be. But in recent years, the sequence of the event has always been very similar.

The multi-week TOTS events in the past always started with the Community TOTS, for which one could vote. Then new teams followed weekly, where a big league was usually paired with a smaller one. Thus, the strong Community TOTS in FIFA 23 was released simultaneously with the TOTS of the Dutch Eredivisie.

We are curious whether the course in EA FC 24 will be similar again.

For which teams can you vote? Currently, it is still unknown for which teams there will be voting. Last year, however, voting was possible for almost all major leagues for the FIFA 23 TOTS.

As soon as there is an opportunity to vote, we will link the voting here.

Current Leaks about TOTS in EA FC 24 – New dynamic cards through Live TOTS?

These leaks are there for TOTS in EA FC 24: Currently (as of April 17 at 10:30 AM), leaks about a supposedly major innovation are making the rounds. The well-known FUT leaker Fut Sherriff has shared an image showing a “Live TOTS Team”. It could be about new dynamic cards that could become stronger over time.

A system we already know well, but so far has not been implemented in TOTS.

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There is also a first leak, which already dates back to February 2024. At that time, the well-known leaker DonkTrading showed the supposed design of the new TOTS cards.

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Interestingly, the design differs significantly from the TOTS cards of previous years and is somewhat more colorful. Whether this will actually be used as a new design remains to be seen.

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Pokémon GO: Avatar update ruins clothing – Trainers demand compensation

Paul Kutzner Paul Kutzner Reading time 2 minutes

The Pokémon GO avatar update is facing significant resistance in the community. Now trainers are also reporting issues related to the update.

What kind of update is this? Recently, a large graphic update with 4 features was announced for Pokémon GO, which will be implemented in several phases. The first part of the update has now been released.

It is titled Rediscover yourselves anew and brings significant changes to the avatars. The update has been received so poorly by the community that many trainers wish for it to be reverted.

Now there are reports from the community that the update brings even more problems.

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Clothing items distorted, outfits deleted

What is the problem? The first problem described by trainers on Reddit concerns the clothing items. Some of them apparently can no longer be equipped or found by trainers in their inventory.

Additionally, there are clothing items that look distorted and no longer nice due to the new avatars, which is why trainers are opting not to use them. This is particularly frustrating when the items come from events or were purchased with PokéCoins.

The second problem concerns saved outfits. With an outfit, you can save a combination of clothing items and quickly switch between different outfits at any time.

Here too, there are problems due to the update. Trainers report on Reddit that the outfits saved prior to the update have been deleted and therefore need to be recreated.

We want to hear your opinion on the update! Please feel free to participate in our survey:

What does Niantic say about it? So far, there have been no official statements from Niantic on the update or community feedback. On the site pokemongohub.net, a senior Niantic employee said the following:

We are sending all your feedback to the product team and the people who worked on the avatar system. We take this very seriously and truly appreciate that you share your open, personal opinions / the opinions of your followers.

However, it must be noted that this is not an official statement from Niantic that they have published themselves, but merely a brief note from an employee to a website that deals with the topic.

What does the community say about it? The comments from the community are understandably not very positive given the problems. Some of the responses include:

  • Some items were removed with this update […] I’ve searched high and low and can’t find them. And I have spent real money on them, writes a trainer on Reddit.
  • And some items that we paid for are no longer wearable because they are all distorted now, notes another trainer on Reddit.
  • I checked my style shop to see what everyone was talking about (missing items, repurchasing other items, etc.), and found that all my saved outfits are also gone. Without any warning, can also be seen on Reddit.
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If you like quirky adventure animes, you shouldn’t miss this insider tip

Jasmin Beverungen Jasmin Beverungen Reading time 2 minutes

Several weeks ago, the Spring season of animes started. The streaming service Crunchyroll has once again added numerous series to its program. Among them is a nondescript anime that MeinMMO editor Jasmin Beverungen initially overlooked. However, after the first three episodes, she is hooked.

Which anime was overlooked? We are talking about Train to the End of the World. The anime has an average rating of 4.5/5 stars on Crunchyroll with 1,400 votes cast. On MyAnimeList, the anime has a score of 7.36 out of 10 possible points, ranking alongside Sword Art Online (7.21) and Goblin Slayer (7.42).

Although the anime initially appears sugary sweet with its cute girl crew, there is a mysterious adventure behind it.

The anime premiered on April 1, 2024. Currently, only three episodes are available, with the rest scheduled to be uploaded weekly. The corresponding manga is also relatively new – it has only been available since March 25, 2024.

To give you an impression of the anime, you can watch the Japanese-language trailer here:

By Train to the End of the World

What is Train to the End of the World about? The launch of the 7G network is imminent. The world is eagerly waiting to finally communicate telepathically through the network. But during the launch, the world descends into catastrophe, and civilization ends as isolated settlements.

The 7G accident has led to another anomaly: strange things happen in every village. For example, the residents of Agano turn into animals once they reach the age of 21.

The young girl Shizuru Chikura learns that her missing friend Yoka Nakatomi is still alive. Together with her classmates, she sets off by train to track down Yoka.

Train to the End of the World
Even in the intro, it is about trains.

What makes the anime so special? The first episode already shows with its colorful animations what a crazy anime Train to the End of the World is. The following episodes are not as wild, but the different anomalies and natural phenomena are incredibly fascinating to watch.

With each new episode, I find myself wondering what will happen to the girls this time. Currently, I cannot gauge the pace at which the story will unfold. Moreover, the contrast between the childlike protagonists and the harsh world sometimes feels too stark.

But all in all, the series is a great anime that I can wholeheartedly recommend. The release on April 1 shows that we can look forward to an extremely surreal adventure anime.

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Where can I watch Train to the End of the World? The anime is currently available with a subscription on Crunchyroll. Unfortunately, it is not among the series that you can watch without a premium subscription. You need to pay monthly (or annually) to watch the anime. So far, only the Japanese audio with German subtitles is available.

Which anime are you excited about from the current season? Let us know in the comments!

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“Have you thought for a second?” – Twitch streamer tries cool bottle trick and it goes terribly wrong

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The Twitch streamer LetsHugo is known for being a bit “lost” at times. Currently, a clip of the Luxembourger is going viral that shows a failed bottle flip.

What was that action? In the stream from April 18, 2024, “LetsHugo” wanted to hold a “Bottle Flip” challenge with the streamer “Wichtiger”: whoever can flip their bottle more times so that it spins in the air and lands on its base wins.

However, there were problems with the selection of suitable bottles: Wichtiger noted that LetsHugo would have different bottles available in Madeira than he did in Germany. After all, a fair competition must be ensured.

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Can you actually do this with glass bottles?

What went wrong? After LetsHugo and Wichtiger briefly discussed the quality of the cola bottles in Madeira, the Luxembourger finally had a brilliant idea: otherwise, he had some glass bottles with him, wondering if the trick would work with those as well?

In the spirit of science, LetsHugo quickly grabbed his glass bottle, sealed it tightly, and skillfully threw it into the air. Indeed, the bottle performed a graceful spin – only to promptly shatter into countless shards upon landing.

While LetsHugo initially surveyed the damage, his friend supported him with sympathetic words: “Dude, are you dumb? What? You can’t be serious! Did you think for a second just now?” Then, however, Wichtiger asked if the streamer was okay.

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The stunt is followed by a chaotic cleanup action

What happened next? At this point, the clip ends. However, the situation continued a bit in the stream: You can hear Wichtiger regretting his laughter as it becomes clear that LetsHugo cut himself on the shards.

Together with the chat, he tries to coach the streamer through it somehow: from treating the wound to collecting the shards to the subsequent cleanup. LetsHugo doesn’t have a broom, so he sets his vacuum robot “Jeff” on the table to pick up the smaller pieces.

After about 40 minutes, they can continue. When LetsHugo watches the clip again with Wichtiger, he can already laugh about the whole thing.

The full extent of the failed bottle flip

Clip goes viral – LetsHugo reacts annoyed

How was the reception? On LetsHugo’s Twitch channel, the failed bottle flip is currently the most viewed clip. The stream excerpt has also spread to other social networks. A video showing Papaplatte’s reaction to the clip received nearly 28,000 likes on TikTok.

On X, formerly Twitter, the video even reached 170,000 views. In a comment, LetsHugo explains that he did not expect the bottle to shatter like that. He also insists that he does not do such actions specifically for viral clips: After all, he checked beforehand to make sure the bottle was sealed, so nothing would get wet (via X).

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Twitch colleague Trymacs is likely to view the action with mixed feelings: The streamer apparently sees open glasses in the workplace as a personal affront and can endlessly get worked up about it. A tightly sealed bottle seems to be a clear improvement – as long as he doesn’t somehow spill the contents all over the room:

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Gray Zone Warfare reminds of Tarkov in a jungle, already has 150,000 viewers on Twitch in Alpha

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 3 minutes

The shooter “Gray Zone Warfare” is the great hope for Tarkov fans. Now there is finally more gameplay to see.

What kind of game is this? Gray Zone Warfare is a tactical shooter with extraction mechanics and both PvE and PvP, set to be released in Early Access on Steam in 2024.

  • The game mechanics of Gray Zone Warfare are reminiscent of extraction shooters like Escape From Tarkov.
  • You roam as a member of a private military company in the fictional Southeast Asian state “Lamang” and try to complete missions in teams of four.
  • In the missions, you need to find a specific item on the map and extract it from the combat area. There are reportedly no missions that require you to eliminate other players.
  • Lamang is inspired by the landscapes of Laos, featuring tropical rainforests and monsoon forests. Accordingly, you will not encounter an abandoned Eastern European city in Gray Zone Warfare, but rather a jungle.

Overall, Gray Zone Warfare is characterized by realism and relies on a corresponding graphic style, real weapon models, and credible movement sequences. You can also sustain injuries that cause bleeding wounds or affect your limbs and organs. This makes the shooter particularly interesting for fans of Escape From Tarkov.

Currently, Gray Zone Warfare is hosting a closed alpha test, to which Twitch streamers and YouTubers have been invited. During the test, only PvEvP is playable. In the future, you will be able to choose between PvEvP, PvP, and PvE in various modes.

Here you can watch a trailer for Gray Zone Warfare:

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Gray Zone Warfare has a special unique selling proposition

What sets Gray Zone Warfare apart? In other extraction shooters like Escape from Tarkov, you lose your gear and loot when you die. The raid ends with your death. In Gray Zone Warfare, you have the chance to retrieve your inventory.

A raid has no time limit. In each run, you start in your base, which lies outside the critical zone. Then you board a helicopter and fly into the combat area with a cutscene. Upon arriving at the landing point, you exit the heli and traverse the map.

If you die, you can reboard the helicopter and walk back to your place of death. Your body, including all your gear, remains where the fatal shot hit you. So, if no other player has pocketed your belongings, you can easily pick up the lost items again.

Additionally, a raid in Gray Zone Warfare has no time limit. You can continually enter the fray and, like in a survival game, recover your gear. There is also no time limit when completing quests and extracting.

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Twitch streamers and YouTubers showcase Gray Zone Warfare

Where can you see Gray Zone Warfare? The alpha test is being broadcast by various content creators on Twitch and has peaked with 155,000 concurrent viewers (via Sullygnome).

Among the German content creators, Gray Zone Warfare was streamed by:

  • Papaplatte
  • Lost
  • Ranzratte
  • 2TwistedTV
  • knueppelpaste

In English, the shooter has been seen with the following streamers:

  • LIRIK
  • summit1g
  • shroud
  • LVndmark
  • HutchMF

If you don’t know who is live right now and whom you want to watch, you can check out Twitch in the “Gray Zone Warfare” category for an overview of the streams. Here you can access the category:

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Again today, you will have the chance to get an impression of the promising shooter in various streams. If you are interested in realistic weapon behavior, it should definitely be worth a look.

Gray Zone Warfare is also considered by MeinMMO editor Dariusz to be one of the most interesting shooters set to be released in 2024. What other games are on the list can be seen here: The 10 most promising shooters set to release in 2024

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Steam: The extraction shooter Hawked wants to bring fresh wind into the game with a new PvP mode

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The free extraction shooter Hawked is now enticing with a new PvP mode. However, you can only play this for a short period of time.

What game is this about? Hawked is a free extraction shooter that launched on Steam in December 2023 and is now also playable on PS5/PS4 and Xbox Series X|S.

The shooter attracts with comic-style graphics, vibrant colors, special effects, and fast-paced gameplay. As a team of three players, you must explore ancient ruins on a small island, solve puzzles, and find glyphs to reach the main artifact. Because with this loot, you want to leave the island faster than the opposing teams.

A trailer has now announced an update that expands existing modes and introduces a new PvP mode:

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New enemies, new artifacts, new mode

What does the update bring? The update from April 18, 2024, expanded the two existing modes with new fiery enemies and three new artifacts. With the update, even more obstacles are now in your way when you want to leave the island with your loot.

In addition to this expansion, a new PvP mode called “Wonder Rush” was also announced. In the trailer, you can get a glimpse of what to expect in this mode.

As a duo, you will compete against other duos and must prove who the better miner is. Your task in this mode will be to mine the rare “Wonderium.” These are formations resembling shiny crystals. Your goal is to mine more within a certain time than your opponents.

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A race against time and your opponents

What sounds simple at first indeed poses several challenges. Your opponents can attack and kill you at any time. Although you will respawn at a spawn point after dying and can continue mining, it will cost you time.

During this time, your opponents can continue to collect, potentially giving them the decisive advantage. In the trailer, you can also see that through attacks, you can lose your already collected “Wonderium” to your opponents.

In this mode, it’s about finding the right strategy as a duo, relying on each other, not dying, and not forgetting the time.

How long can you play this mode? Even if the updates for the existing modes might remain, you can only play the new PvP mode for a limited time: from April 18 to April 28.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: You can throw a rat, but it may mean the end of your campaign

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In Baldur’s Gate 3, every small decision can change your run and, in the worst case, even end it immediately. A player wanted justice and threw a rat in the Emerald Grove, which had terrible consequences for him.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is known for its deep decisions and consequences that can greatly influence the course of the story. However, sometimes even the smallest actions by players can have unexpected and catastrophic effects, as a player recently discovered.

Spoiler: The article contains spoilers about the beginning of Act 1.

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How throwing a rat led to a tragedy

Which rat are we talking about? The player named Beginning_South_1053 decided to throw a rat in the Emerald Grove in Act 1. A seemingly trivial action that changed the fate of his entire campaign – as he revealed on Reddit.

A few rats in the Emerald Grove are actually spies, meaning the Shadow Druids. Since he wanted to expose the spies, he decided to grab a rat and throw it. But to his dismay, it turned out that among the rats was also the druid Khaga. She teamed up with the Shadow Druids, which is why she initiated the Rite of Thorns. In truth, she is a traitor.

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What happens next? If you throw one of the spies (rats), you will face a ruthless battle against Khaga, who has taken their side. The druids in the grove will become hostile toward the tieflings. Although the player was able to defeat Khaga, most of the tieflings did not survive the fight – including the merchant Dammon. Your run can therefore shift from a supposedly good one to a bad one.

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For the player who started an Honour run, there was no turning back. The consequences of his actions are final, and he now has to live with the aftermath. It serves as a reminder that every action in Baldur’s Gate 3 has consequences and that even the smallest deeds can trigger a domino effect – which makes it so authentic.

In Honour Mode, every small decision can lead to the end because you only have one chance: Player loses his Honour run in Baldur’s Gate 3 because he clicks too much: “I am devastated”

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Instead of Baldur’s Gate 4: Larian is working on two new games

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Baldur’s Gate 3 was a huge success in 2023. This made some fans surprised by Larian’s announcement that they were done with the game and D&D. Now, the studio revealed that they are working on two new projects.

Where is the information coming from? In a developer update on Steam, Larian shared some details on April 18, 2024, about the upcoming 7th patch for Baldur’s Gate 3. This could particularly please evil players. The devs also gave a glimpse of what else they are working on.

Studio head Swen Vincke surprisingly announced at GDC in March that they do not want to make another game in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. There will also be no DLCs. Larian wants to work on their own IPs in the future. Some fans are hoping for a continuation of the Divinity series.

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Studio head says: “I’m as excited as a child”

What do the devs reveal? In one section, Larian reveals that they are currently working on two new projects. However, these are still in the “early stages” and more information will come over time. They assure that they are driven by “the same fire in their belly” that also fueled Baldur’s Gate 3.

Additionally, a “excited Swen [Vincke]” is quoted from April 17:

I don’t know yet if we will make it, but when I look at our plans for the story, graphics, and gameplay, I think that what we are working on now will be our best work ever. I’m as excited as a child when I look at our key illustrations, and I want to show them to everyone immediately, and I grumble with frustration that I have to wait until everything actually works. Yes, it’s hype, but it’s hype because it looks really good and feels good.

The studio head’s excitement is clearly evident even in text form. This is likely to make fans even more curious about what projects Larian is currently working on. Could the hoped-for Divinity sequel really be coming, or will it be something entirely new?

Given Larian’s previous body of work, it can be assumed that the developers will continue to work within familiar RPG territory. Unless, of course, they do it like the colleagues from Moon Studios and attempt a radical genre shift.

Larian only reveals this much: the next project will be “different from what you think,” but “still familiar.” So it remains exciting.

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Are you part of the faction that would buy anything Larian makes after Baldur’s Gate 3? Or do you believe such a masterpiece can only be achieved once? What do you wish for from the new games? Feel free to write it in the comments.

There will still be a successor to the RPG hit, but without Larian: Baldur’s Gate 4 is supposed to be developed, but there is a big problem

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Elden Ring: Find the Seal of Dragon Communion to cast powerful Dragon Summons

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 2 minutes

In Elden Ring there is a seal that you can use to enhance your dragon summons when you cast them. We will show you where to find the Seal of Dragon Communion and what bonuses it provides.

Where can I find the seal? To find the Seal of Dragon Communion, you must travel to the Site of Grace “Cemetery of the Hanged” in Limgrave. This is the first Grace you activate on your journey.

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Once there, you will see a statue on the right side with two weights where you can place two Stone Sword Keys – you must activate those. Now the barrier will disappear, and you will gain access to the “Tomb of a Hero of the People.”

Jump into the poisonous pool and follow the chariot path deeper into the dungeon. Once you have progressed deep enough, you will find a fork that can take you either deeper or higher into the dungeon. Now choose the steep path upward until you discover a room where a ghost knight awaits you. Defeat the knight and obtain the Seal of Dragon Communion.

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What can the seal do? The strength of the seal lies in enhancing your dragon communion summons. These receive a buff of 15%, making them more effective.

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This is what the Seal of Dragon Communion looks like

Moreover, the seal scales with Arcane, which is especially worthwhile for a Bleed Build with blood summons in combination with the sword “Bloody Streams.” So if you’re playing a hybrid build, it is worth equipping the Seal of Dragon Communion. Here are some details you should know about the seal:

  • Attack Power
    • Physical: 25
    • Magical: 0
    • Fire: 0
    • Lightning: 0
    • Holy: 0
    • Critical: 100
    • Summon Scale: 60
  • Important Info
    • Enhances dragon communion summons
    • At maximum level, it has a scaling of B in Faith and S in Arcane energy
    • Strong in builds where Arcane plays a major role (status effects)
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Are there alternatives? It depends on what function your seal should fulfill. Many seals have buffs that strengthen your types of summons. The God-Slayer Seal strengthens your gods summons, while the Claw Sign Seal enhances the summons of Gurranq.

However, if you are looking for the best seal for a holy build with the focus attribute “Faith,” then the Seal of the Earth Tree is the best choice. You need 40 Faith to use it effectively and benefit from unbeatable summon scaling.

For the best weapons in Elden Ring, check here: Elden Ring Tier List – All 309 Weapons Ranked

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Helldivers 2: The Over-Earth commits crimes against resilience, killing 2 billion insects in 11 hours

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

Helldivers 2 wanted you to eliminate 2 billion bugs in 6 days, but underestimated how strong you have become in the fight against the robots.

What is the deal with the 2 billion insects? In Helldivers 2, there are regularly new general orders for players that advance the war against the various enemy factions – such as the complete extermination of the robot vanguard.

Yesterday, on April 18, there was a new general order at 12:00 PM German time. This required the Helldivers to eliminate a total of 2 billion bugs. Players had six days to complete the order.

What initially sounded like a long and tough battle surprisingly ended in a victory for Over-Earth.

How did the battle go? About 11 hours after receiving the general order, the mission was already accomplished and 2 billion bugs were eliminated. By around 11 PM, you could enjoy your well-deserved 45 medals as a reward.

As seen in screenshots on Reddit, the fighters of Over-Earth had already crushed over 916,000,000 bugs in the first eight hours, completing about 45% of the goal.

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Helldivers give 200% when it comes to killing

What does the community say about their success? The diligent Helldivers celebrate their triumph and state that the ongoing fight against the robot forces has hardened them. Of course, the typical Helldivers humor can’t be missed in the comments on Reddit.

  • smertsboga: ‘I swear, Helldivers give 200% for the objective when the objective is killing and not liberating.’
  • Brohma313: ‘Helldivers are missionaries, but the word of democracy is gunfire.’
  • Managed-Democracy: ‘Our bullets are ballots. We cast our vote.’
  • In10tionalfoul: ‘Dude, I just went online and got my medals for a general order that I haven’t even seen yet, wtf.’
  • mecatman: ‘Can’t blame it when hordes of bot veterans come by to complete a general order after weeks of bot general orders.’

The comment about the ballots is, by the way, a quote from a metal song that YouTuber Jonathan Young wrote specifically for Helldivers 2.

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What happens next? Now that the 2 billion bugs have been successfully eliminated, there must be a new general order soon. Typically, the order updates around 12:00 PM. However, no new order has appeared by 2:00 PM German time.

Joel, the all-powerful game master, will probably come up with something particularly nasty for us now that the bugs were eliminated in record time.

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Pedro Pascal wanted to help someone get a role in Game of Thrones – Then he snatched it away

Marie Friske Marie Friske Reading time 3 minutes

Pedro Pascal once told a story on a late-night show about how he actually got the role of Oberyn in Game of Thrones.

In the show Late Night with Seth Meyers in 2016, Pedro Pascal shared the story of how he snatched the major role of Oberyn Martell away from his acting protege because he realized that it actually suited him much better.

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Pedro Pascal saw himself more in the role of Oberyn

At that time, Pedro Pascal was the mentor of an aspiring actor who had just graduated from USC (drama school in Los Angeles).

This actor asked him for help with his first audition video. The script for a role in the HBO hit Game of Thrones consisted of a whole seventeen pages.

So Pedro Pascal took a closer look at the character and realized that it actually suited him much better than his student.

Because even though his protege had great acting skills, he was simply too young and moreover didn’t know the series, while Pascal was already a huge fan of Game of Thrones .

In this Tik-Tok video, you can hear how Pedro Pascal told the story:

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Thus, the actor described Oberyn as a man “in his late 30s. He had about eight daughters. He was a whore. He is dangerous. I thought to myself: ‘This is perfect… for me!'”

Nevertheless, Pedro Pascal supported his student in recording the video. But as soon as the student disappeared to the bathroom, he immediately wrote to his own manager to apply for the role.

Pedro Pascal will also be seen next year in the new Marvel movie The Fantastic Four. You can find more information here from our colleagues at Moviepilot: Fantastic Four reboot in the MCU: All info about release, trailer, cast, story, and the new Silver Surfer

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Vitamin B helped him get the role

After the lesson was over, he filmed his own application video for Oberyn. But then came the next hurdle: How could the actor ensure that it would be seen?

He got help from actress and good friend Sarah Paulson. After he contacted her with his request, she used her contacts to help Pedro Pascal.

She is friends with Amanda Peet, as he mentioned. Amanda, in turn, is married to David Benioff, one of the showrunners of Game of Thrones. Thus, Sarah Paulson could ensure that Pedro Pascal’s application video was viewed directly by those responsible – successfully.

After that, Pedro Pascal was supposed to send in another video, which he did. Unbeknownst to him whether he had gotten the role or not, he began to get nervous.

Then came a call from Sarah Paulson, in which she revealed: “Well, just listen to me. I know things, okay? And I can’t say anything and I don’t know anything, but I know things […] So, I just don’t want you to worry.”

He didn’t know that he had the role long ago

Shortly thereafter, the actor was invited to Belfast. Pedro Pascal thought he had to audition again to get the role, but as he recounted in the show, he actually already had it, but didn’t know because no one had informed him:

“They said: ‘You’re going to love Croatia’ and ‘Meet the director’ and ‘Do a costume fitting.’ […] and I still hadn’t had the courage to ask them if I had gotten the role!”

When asked how his relationship with his acting student was currently, Pedro Pascal only grinned and replied: “I should message him on WhatsApp when this is over. Then I can say: ‘I finally cleared the air, man!'”

More about Oberyn Martell on MeinMMO: Pedro Pascal fell asleep during the filming of a famous scene with ‘the Mountain’ in Game of Thrones

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Kingsgrave on Steam connects Zelda with Stardew Valley, but in a very dark world

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

A new game on Steam aims to connect two unequal games and features many things at once.

What kind of game is this? Kingsgrave is a game that unites Zelda and Stardew Valley in a dark world. The game has elements of a rogue-like, an RPG, puzzles like in Zelda, resource management and village building like in Stardew Valley, all set in an incredibly dark world plagued by the plague.

Here you can watch the trailer of Kingsgrave.

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Kingsgrave connects Zelda with Stardew Valley and is showcased in the trailer

Kingsgrave combines many elements

Can Kingsgrave fit so much into one game? Yes, Kingsgrave combines many aspects from other games into one, and it seems to work. On Steam, the game has a 70% positive rating from over 90 votes. The negative reviews suggest that the game is too short or that the controls and performance are not yet good enough.

How does the game play? As a king who died 50 years ago, you awaken to find your kingdom in ruins. The plague has killed almost everyone, with only a few surviving. As the ruler of the land, you want to restore it to its former glory.

For this, you need resources which you obtain by defeating enemies and looting items. You also need survivors of the plague as followers to help rebuild your realm. With new buildings, you can clear new debris and unlock new areas.

You also level up, gain new abilities, and enhance your character to take on even stronger enemies and bosses.

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What is the goal? At the end of the game, you should have rebuilt your kingdom and the monsters should have been driven away. For spoiler reasons, we don’t want to go into the story in detail here.

Another game also focuses on a dark atmosphere, but here an old game has been reinvented instead of combining two hits: Dark game reinvents Russian Roulette, lands a hit on Steam

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