A US company is selling a robot dog with a flamethrower. The model costs less than 10,000 euros and is legal in several US states.In Germany, you should rather not buy the device.
A US-based company is taking orders for the world’s first robot dog with a flamethrower, simply called “The Thermonator”.
As Ars Technica reports, the Cleveland (Ohio) based company Throwflame is selling the strange robot dog for $9,420. That’s about 8,770 euros. It is a four-legged robot equipped with a state-of-the-art flamethrower on its back.
The hellhound is likely not allowed in Germany, but it is in many US states
What can the dog do? The dog is equipped with a fully electric ARC flamethrower, which is produced by the company “Throwflame” itself. The device weighs just under 20 kilograms and looks as if it escaped from Horizon: Zero Dawn.
The robot dog moves forward thanks to LiDAR. LiDAR stands for Light Detection and Ranging and allows for distance measurement between the object and vehicle. The principle is based on laser signals that are sent into the environment and their reflections are analyzed. This technology is primarily used today in the field of autonomous driving (via fraunhofer.de).
Is such a thing legal in Germany? No, in Germany you are not allowed to use such a device. According to German weapons law, items are prohibited if “gaseous, liquid, or solid substances leave the item intentionally and burning with a flame longer than 20 cm.” And the dog would likely fall under this category.
In the USA, however, this is different: IGN reports that the robot dog should be allowed in 48 US states. At least, the ownership of flamethrowers is not restricted by federal laws in most US states. Nevertheless, the company kindly points out that buyers should please inform themselves about local and state laws and regulations before making a purchase.
Other companies also seem to sense a big business in the robotics field. One company is currently building a giant robot that stands over 4 meters tall. However, very few private individuals are likely to be able and willing to afford the high price of 2.8 million euros:
In Pokémon GO, you should keep an eye on your incubator this weekend. Because hatching is worth it.
What’s happening in Pokémon GO? On Sunday, April 28th, the Hatching Day with Pii will take place. It will run from 2 PM to 5 PM and will give you some bonuses related to hatching eggs. However: one bonus starts today.
This bonus is already active: Starting Friday, April 26, 2024, from 10 AM, there will be a halved hatch distance for all the eggs you put in the incubator until April 28 (5 PM).
This means you can hatch particularly many eggs on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You will therefore get to the Pokémon hidden in the eggs much quicker. Moreover, it’s a very good opportunity to thin out your egg collection a bit and make room for new eggs in case you have some you want to get rid of. Because you can’t delete eggs.
Additionally, there will already be field research tasks related to Hatching Day starting Friday. They will earn you more Stardust and XP.
Beware! Here’s what you should keep in mind: There’s a bonus you should be aware of, which is only valid on Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM: double hatch candies.
If you have specific eggs in your collection that you hope will hatch into good Pokémon and from which you could use double candies, you should only hatch them during the event period on Sunday.
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All Bonuses of the Pii Hatching Day in Pokémon GO on Sunday
Here we summarize all the bonuses you can expect on Sunday.
These bonuses are provided by Hatching Day: On April 28, 2024, from 2 PM to 5 PM:
Pii will hatch more frequently from 2 km eggs.
You will receive double hatch candies when hatching eggs.
You have an increased chance of shiny Pii from the eggs.
You will get more 2 km eggs from PokéStops.
The hatch distance is halved, but this is already valid from Friday morning as described.
Additionally, a free limited research will be unlocked, which ends with the event. If you complete it in time, you will receive XP and a Super Incubator as a reward.
In the shop, there will also be another optional, paid limited research available for 1 US dollar (expected comparable price in euros). If you buy it, you will also receive double hatch Stardust for the event. Completing it will then reward you with 1 Star Piece, 1 Super Incubator, and XP. But it will also only be available until the end of the event.
What do you think of the egg bonuses? Will you make use of them this weekend, or is hatching not really your feature? Let us know in the comments.
Otherwise, the month is slowly but surely coming to an end. There are only a few more dates left that you can check out in the event calendar. To have the complete overview, take a look here: All Events in April 2024 in Pokémon GO.
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
The award-winning MMORPG Guild Wars 1 is in a strange situation: It was released in 2005 and has actually been in maintenance mode since 2013, so for 11 years, it is no longer being developed. ArenaNet’s focus is on Guild Wars 2. But somehow, there is still something happening with Guild Wars 1, especially for its 19th birthday. While Ubisoft simply shuts down old games, ArenaNet continues to support them.
This is the situation with Guild Wars 1:
Only one developer at ArenaNet, Stephen Clarke-Wilson, worked as a “part-time janitor” on Guild Wars 1. He himself refers to his role as “part-time Game Director, programmer, janitor, and so on.” In 2018, there were still 2 developers, Clarke-Wilson still had the help of Bill Freist.
Clarke-Wilson has been with ArenaNet for 19 years and is actually the “Vice President Technology.” In this role, he worked on the development of online platform strategies.
Since April 2024, however, his role has changed to “Game Director Guild Wars” (via linkedin), which seems absurd: Why does a basically dead MMORPG need a Game Director?
Guild Wars 2 is actively being developed, and discussions about a Guild Wars 3 are currently taking place:
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Experienced developer is now Game Director
This is what the developer says: He talks about a post in the game’s wiki (via wiki.guildwars), saying that his working hours have been redistributed for a few weeks. Previously, he worked 10% of his time on Guild Wars 1. Now it is 80%.
He has largely handed over his previous tasks.
So what is he doing with Guild Wars 1? The veteran developer first lowers expectations, stating that Guild Wars 1 is still in maintenance mode. There are no plans for new content.
He still has a lot to do in the game’s backend, but he will fix some “long-standing issues.” He hopes to improve the player experience in Guild Wars 1.
Unusual gesture to put so much love into an old game
This is what lies behind it: Stephen Clark-Wilson began his career in 1978, 46 years ago, and has been with ArenaNet for 19 years. The man seems to have a status within the company that allows him to do what he wants, and he obviously wants to polish and improve Guild Wars, fix bugs, and put the game in a better state.
This is a nice, unusual gesture from a company and a developer to dedicate themselves to an old gem instead of always working on new projects.
Perhaps it is worth a visit to the game: In Guild Wars 1, the birthday celebration has been running since April 22 and will last until May 6. They are celebrating the release of the game on April 28, 2005.
Recently, there has been a stir around the publisher of Guild Wars:
The community of World of Warcraft has a bad reputation. But is that really true? Newcomers have completely different experiences.
When you ask people why they haven’t given World of Warcraft a chance yet, a common answer is: “The toxic community.” Similar to many other online games, World of Warcraft has a relatively bad reputation in that regard. Players are said to be unfriendly, and newcomers have a very hard time if they want to find their footing in the game. This deters many, and they don’t even try WoW.
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But is that really true? Is the WoW community really that bad?
Not always. At least that’s the experience of TonTonOwO in the WoW subreddit. In his post “As a new player, I find that the players are not as toxic as I read online,” he describes his experiences and first steps in World of Warcraft.
I am a complete newbie in WoW and play as a tank. I have messed up several times, but each time the group consisted of helpful people who calmly explained the mechanics to me. Everyone says that the community is so toxic, but I have seen very little of that so far. I previously played Final Fantasy XIV, and that is hardly different.
The reasons why the community has such a bad reputation and why the actual experiences can often differ are then actively discussed below the post.
Ihatepaladins writes:
On Reddit (or in other forums), you only hear about the bad experiences, rarely about the good ones. I have been playing for ages and am only very rarely insulted or see others getting flamed (except for obvious trolling, of course).
A much more pragmatic opinion comes from Mosgos1:
The reason you see mostly negative posts [in forums] is that the remaining players don’t care or are busy playing the game.
Or as epicgeek describes it:
Normal people make up the majority of the characters, but the minority in your chat window. Toxic people are the minority of players but the majority in your chat window.
Others believe that there is indeed plenty of toxicity, but mostly only in certain areas of the game – such as in PvP or the LFR.
Ironically, many believe that the toxicity in retail has decreased since the different classic versions of the game came out. fryerandice, for instance, says:
Classic is a wonderfully isolated area for the worst people I’ve ever dealt with in this game. On the other hand, retail is a breath of fresh air.
In fact, there will likely always be a kernel of truth to all the claims. Personal experiences can, of course, turn out negatively, but newcomers do not necessarily have to have a fundamentally bad experience in WoW – and if they do, it might be due to other factors that Blizzard is also recognizing.
Cortyn says: Of course, I cannot speak for everyone and can only share my personal experiences. However, I have largely had good experiences with other players so far. Sure, there are a few “complete idiots,” like the very angry “heroes” during the Plunderstorm event.
In dungeons, raids, and the open world, I have mostly found that the vast majority behave decently. Only in the LFR, which is also affectionately known as “idiot lottery,” are there always one or two people who can’t wait fast enough and who think they have the wisdom in spoonfuls.
When I hear that others have had so many bad experiences, I often wonder if it’s a “you get what you give” situation. Because if you join a group with the expectation that everyone else is just mean, you probably won’t behave very considerately yourself. But that’s just my assumption.
On RP-realms it is sometimes noticeably more relaxed. As long as it doesn’t involve RP discussions.
However, I also play on an RP-realm, and the interaction among players is generally a bit more harmonious – at least as long as no one starts a discussion about what constitutes “good RP and bad RP.” Because then the logout button is probably the healthier choice for one’s mental health.
In general, in WoW as in most other MMORPGs, it is advisable to find a stable group in the form of a guild or another community. Because then the chance is significantly greater that you will have exclusively positive experiences – even if you make some truly terrible “noob mistakes.”
A user explained that he had acquired an extensive gaming setup and did not pay much for it. The former owner wants to switch to outdoor activities now.
What exactly did the user acquire? A gamer writes on reddit that he had purchased a complete gaming system including a desk and accessories. According to his own statement, he paid no more than 1,000 US dollars (about 930 euros) for it. He bought, among other things:
A gaming PC with Ryzen 7 7700X, an RTX 4060 Ti, 32 GB RAM, and 2 TB SSD.
A gaming desk, including a gaming chair.
Two gaming monitors, each 24 inches and 165 Hz.
A gaming headset and the popular Xbox Series X Elite Controller with accessories.
For less than 1,000 euros, that sounds like an excellent deal. The seller wrote in his statement that he is “interested in trades for outdoor items. Dirt bikes, all-terrain vehicles, fishing gear, hunting equipment, and much more.”
A comment that has received almost 2,000 upvotes jokes: “He became addicted to touching grass.” And another one adds: “He has discovered fresh air for himself.”
But what is actually behind the meme that someone should touch grass? And why do gamers always have to hear it?
Famous Meme Reminds of Stereotypes Against Gamers
Where does the meme come from? Touch Grass or in German “Gras berühren” is a popular meme that one often encounters online. It is meant to tell others to go outside instead of spending so much time indoors and at the computer. Because the excessive online consumption has already made their head all mushy.
Where the meme originally comes from is not known, explains the website Knowyourmeme. However, it has become increasingly used since 2019 and has become especially popular on Twitter and 4chan.
The “exit” from gaming is repeatedly discussed. For instance, someone explains that an acquaintance of his has taken the same step and sold all his equipment, such as computer and console, and still does not regret it:
A friend of mine did the same to lose weight. He parted with his PC and console to spend less time in front of them and more time engaging in activities in nature. He says he does not regret it.
It is a somewhat extreme measure, but his weight became uncontrollable and although video games were an escape, he was still unhappy.
It is one of the many stereotypes against gamers that they do not go outside. Gamers often have to hear that video games are a waste of time anyway and that violent games are the reason for aggressive behavior.
But even Asmongold’s image has changed by now. It even went so far that he took the time and effort to clean up his messy room. You can find the entire background directly on MeinMMO:
After Echoes of the Fallen, players in Final Fantasy 16 head into a new area with The Rising Tide. The design of the region impressed MeinMMO author Jasmin Beverungen so much that she wishes for a similar landscape in Final Fantasy 14.
What is special about the DLC? The Rise of the Tide takes you back to a corner of Valisthea that was not included in the main game. This time, we visit the hidden realm of Mysidia, which needs our help with the troubled Dominus of Leviathan.
When the veil around Mysidia lifted and I was allowed to enter the new realm, I was thrilled by the dreamlike scenery. While the landscapes in the main game are mostly barren and desolate, I was welcomed here by a true paradise.
So, do you also get Dawntrail vibes?A densely forested area.The wave looks simply breathtaking.The view over the forest.There are waterfalls as well.
Do you also get Dawntrail vibes here?
Mysidia is a densely forested area with some mountains. The green nature shines in bright colors and attracts with waterfalls in the distance. Behind the forests lies a landscape of ruins, where there is even a very special temple that I liked the most due to its design.
Over time, it became increasingly clear to me that this landscape reminded me of something. The ruins, forests, and waterfalls directly transported me back to the past where I, as a younger Jasmin, first watched the trailers for Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail.
If you want to know which trailer I’m talking about, check it out here:
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Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail – Trailer for the new expansion
Especially the sequence at the beginning, where you sail towards a new island, is similar in both games. Afterwards, the trailer for Dawntrail showcases tropical forests, impressive waterfalls, and ancient temples. Exactly what defines the landscape in the second DLC of Final Fantasy 16.
I liked the environment in the expansion so much that I would have loved to see more of it. After just four hours of gameplay, I had already finished the DLC. I hope that FF16 producer Naoki Yoshida, who is also the producer of Final Fantasy 14, can transport this feeling that the landscape has evoked in me into the MMORPG.
What does the DLC offer? The Rising Tide features the following:
A main story that ends after about 4 hours
New abilities related to Leviathan and another being
Kairos Gate with extra challenges for Final Fantasy veterans
Increase of the level cap by 10 levels
New skins for the sword and sheet music for the orchestrion
The abilities related to Leviathan are fun. Especially one skill transforms Clive’s arm into a submachine gun that can shoot quickly. I had the most fun with this skill.
Unfortunately, the skills of the other being only become available after finishing the story of the DLC. Consequently, I was unable to test the skills, as I had no incentive to continue playing after completing the story. Since I already had trouble with the boss, I didn’t want to venture into the challenges of the Kairos Gate.
Pros
Beautiful forest landscape
Optional challenge for veterans
Fun skills with Leviathan
Cons
With just under four hours, it’s relatively short
The most interesting skills come only after the final battle
Who is the expansion worth it for? The expansion comes at a price of 19.90 euros. In a bundle with the first DLC, it even costs 24.99 euros. If you, like me, are only interested in the main story, I would recommend spending your money elsewhere. However, if you want to face the challenges in the Kairos Gate after the story, it might be well worth the money.
The main story is simply too short. While the new characters from the DLC are interesting, they do not get the stage they deserve. In the end, I wished that the DLC had been part of the main game. Then the story would have had the space it needed to fully unfold.
In Baldur’s Gate 3, the Bard stands out and provides for a particularly entertaining run. Many players rave about this class. MeinMMO reveals to you what makes the Bard so special.
What makes the Bard so special? The Bard distinguishes itself from other classes in Baldur’s Gate 3. Bards are known for their charming and entertaining nature. They are versatile, can deal a lot of damage, and most importantly, can also do one thing: support their team. A characteristic of the class is Bardic Inspiration, an ability with which they can empower their allies with special advantages. Overall, the Bard can be labeled as a jack of all trades and is counted among the best classes in the game.
Always ready for a nasty remark: As a Bard, you also have a cantrip called Sneering Taunt, which makes your run entertaining by itself. Because every time you use the cantrip, you throw out nasty comments and creative insults.
Especially good in conversations: Thanks to the significant advantages that Bards receive on Charisma-based rolls, they are also perfectly suited to lead dialogues. Bards are masterful storytellers, which is shown in the unique dialogue options available in the game – exciting many players.
Spoiler: The article spoils about dialogues and options that the Bard has.
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Just for the dialogue, it’s worth playing a Bard
What do the players say? Players who play the Bard in Baldur’s Gate 3 rave on Reddit especially about the captivating dialogues that this class offers.
A player shares on Reddit that he previously played a rogue whose dialogue options were rather serious. He started a new run as a Bard. Unlike the rogue, he finds his Bard character’s dialogues refreshingly funny. It’s worth playing a Bard just for the dialogue.
In the Reddit thread, personal highlights from Bard players were shared, including the following:
You can convince the fish people, the Kuo-Toa, that you are the true BOOAL. That is, the revered god of the Kuo-Toa. The dialogue about this is said to be extremely funny.
As a Bard, you can sing a duet with Alfira when you meet her and also at the Tiefling party.
You can sing along with the Myconids in the Underdark.
Bards insult Nere in particularly nasty ways in the first act.
The Dark Urge run as a Bard is said by players on Reddit to be very worthwhile. One writes: That was my second run and it’s still my favorite run.
All in all, it is exactly such moments and experiences that make the Bard in Baldur’s Gate 3 one of the most popular classes. So if you are eager to experience the unique dialogues, humorous interactions, and versatile capabilities of the Bard, it might be worth starting a new save.
Or to start a second run after your first one. It might even be worth considering respecing to Bard midway through the run with Withers.
What do you think? Have you played a Bard yet? What moment did you celebrate? Feel free to tell us in the comments.
For over a decade, two major international events have dominated the esports scene of League of Legends: the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) and the World Championships (Worlds). These events are highlights in the calendars of fans and professional players alike. However, it now appears that another tournament will be introduced in LoL.
According to Sheep Esports, Riot Games is set to include a third major international event in the LoL competitive calendar in 2025 (alongside MSI and Worlds). This new tournament is expected to take place between the winter and spring splits of the annual competitive calendar.
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Future of LoL Esports: Third Major Tournament Planned
What does it look like? Although details such as the exact location, format, and name of the tournament are not yet known, there are already early indications of how the event could be structured. Reportedly, one team from each major region (LEC, LCS, LCK, LPL) will be invited to this event. However, it remains unclear whether teams from smaller regions will also have a chance.
What could change in the plan? The introduction of this new event could have far-reaching implications for LoL esports. It is speculated that the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) may take place later in the year in the future to make room for the new tournament. The timeframe for the new event is expected to fall between March and April.
Moreover, the new tournament could lead to significant changes in various leagues worldwide. For instance, the LCS and LCK could switch to a 3-split format. In the LEC, 3 splits per year are already a reality. Similar adjustments may be expected in the leagues to ensure an adequate qualification path for the new tournament.
For the Summer Split 2024, LCS is reportedly (Dot Esports) returning from Best of 1 to Best of 3.
When will there be more information? According to Sheep Esports, Riot Games has confirmed that there will be an update on the 2025 schedule in June 2024. So, you will have to wait a bit longer to find out whether and when the tournament could take place.
2023 brought Blizzard the BlizzCon back as a major live event. However, this year, the fair will not take place.
The annual BlizzCon used to be considered a gaming highlight, where new titles were announced and future plans for existing games were revealed. After being held online during the Corona pandemic, the fair returned as a live event in 2023 for the first time since 2019.
Even Microsoft chief Phil Spencer graced the event – BlizzCon seemed to be back. However, this year the event will not take place, as Blizzard revealed on April 25, 2024.
MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus was present at BlizzCon 2023:
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It felt like being live at BlizzCon 2023
Blizzard says the decision did not come from Microsoft
What does Blizzard say?On X, formerly Twitter, Blizzard announced that BlizzCon 2024 will not take place. However, the event is not to be definitively shelved: they look forward to bringing it back in the coming years.
In a post on the BlizzCon website, there are a few more details. The decision was made after a “long consideration” and was by no means an easy one.
In a statement to PC Gamer, Blizzard emphasizes that the decision was made independently of Microsoft – everything is running smoothly for them. “This is a Blizzard decision,” a spokesperson told PC Gamer, “We have tried other event formats in the past, and this is not the first time we have canceled BlizzCon or tried something new.”
For example, BlizzCon 2022 was canceled amid ongoing scandals and lawsuits surrounding workplace harassment, sexism, and a toxic work environment at Activision Blizzard (via GamePro).
What comes next? As Blizzard assures, they have big news for 2024 despite everything. However, the timing just doesn’t fit for a single, large event. Instead, they plan to announce further details about upcoming releases in the coming months, including:
What does the community say? On X, Blizzard is facing quite a bit of ridicule from the community: Some view the cancellation as a sign that there are simply no contents to share. One user writes on X: “Not surprising, if you’re too busy laying off employees or breaking promises you made for Overwatch 2.”
Others express sadness: They were looking forward to the event, wanting to meet friends and showcase great cosplays.
What do you think? Were you looking forward to a BlizzCon 2024, or were you almost expecting something like this? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments.
The BP50 is a popular choice for Call of Duty: Warzone. With a new component, you can now convert the assault rifle into a fast submachine gun. We show you strong setups.
On April 3, Season 3 started in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and introduced new weekly challenges and thus new customizable parts in the shooter. Some of the components allow you to modify weapons and play differently. This includes the “JAK Revenger Kit”.
What kind of component is this? The “JAK Revenger Kit” transforms the BP50 into a perfect choice for close combat. It increases the speed at which you aim, as well as your overall movement speed. Additionally, your magazine capacity is increased with the conversion kit.
With the Revenger Kit, the BP50 currently dominates the meta lists, and in Warzone, according to wzstats.gg, it is one of the best weapons you can choose for the battle royale mode.
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How to modify the BP50
What setup is suitable for this? The setup recommended by wzstats.gg ensures that the mobility and handling of the BP50 are increased. Your precision will also be improved. The 9mm ammunition is more penetrating and increases bullet speed.
You need these attachments in Warzone:
Muzzle: Casus Muzzle Brake
Laser: FJX Ultrabeam XR
Conversion Kit: JAK Revenger Kit
Grip: CCG Tactical Tape
Ammunition: 9mm High Grain
Attachments in English
Muzzle: Casus Brake
Laser: FJX Ultrabeam XR
Conversion Kit: JAK Revenger Kit
Ammunition: 9mm High Grain Rounds
Rear Grip: CCG-Tac Tape
The new customizable part “JAK Revenger Kit”.Setup for the BP50 with the JAK Revenger Kit.
How is the component received? The component is already being discussed a lot on social media. “TrueGameData” regularly posts statistics and meta setups for its over 94,000 followers on X. He calls the modified BP50 on X a “Top-Tier SMG”.
He recommends the “Heavy Commando” muzzle and the “Kimura RYL33 Laser Light”. The combination increases precision, handling, and recoil control:
A BP50 setup with JAK Revenger Kit for increased recoil control.
On Reddit, the user “No_Bar6825” writes about the modified BP50: “Insane mobility, precise, and fast deadly.” And “slayer-x” notes on Reddit that the weapon is “really good”, but will probably get nerfed.
In another Reddit post, a user mentions that the developers have essentially turned the BP50 into a submachine gun with the conversion kit. “Authentichef” replies: “Yes, but it’s better than any other SMG.” Another user writes on Reddit: “Just tested it in multiplayer. It shreds.”
How do you unlock the component? To be able to equip the “JAK Revenger Kit” for the BP50, you need to complete five random tasks from the challenges in week 4. It doesn’t matter whether you complete them in multiplayer, in Zombie mode, or in Warzone – or switch between the modes.
Currently, the fourth part of the weekly challenges in CoD: MW3 has arrived. Next week, the update for Season 3 Reloaded is coming, which will bring four more weekly challenges into the game and thus more components. We have summarized the contents of the update for you here: CoD MW3 & Warzone: Season 3 Reloaded – All Info in 4 Minutes
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Jasmin alias “Gnu” is one of the best-known gaming influencers on German Twitch and YouTube. She also uses her platform to talk about critical issues like sexism in the gaming industry or beauty obsession. However, when it comes to dating, her fame seems to lead to unforeseen problems.
What kind of problems are they? On X, formerly Twitter, Jasmin Gnu reports a very specific problem with dating apps: “Great, you dive into dating life and get banned on all platforms right away.” Apparently, the streamer had been reported as a “fake” multiple times.
Gnu writes that there will probably only be “Raya” left, an exclusive social network where celebrities are also said to hang out.
But it seems the streamer is open to other options as well: She recently participated in the blind date format of YouTuber Sophodoph. In her corresponding reaction, she explained that she had always met her previous partners in everyday life (via YouTube).
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Supermarket instead of Tinder?
Why is this so quirky? Normally, people in the public eye struggle with the opposite problem: Users creating profiles with their images on social networks or indeed dating apps.
The Twitch streamer AnniTheDuck shared a post in November 2022, shortly after the end of her relationship, with such a fake profile. Not only was the name, the picture, and even the interests of the streamer used: The person even wrote in the description that they had just gone through a breakup and were not looking for a relationship.
AnniTheDuck called this treatment of her breakup “a new level of disgusting” at the time (via X). Therefore, it is not surprising that dating apps are taking action against alleged fakes. However, it is unclear why the platforms didn’t simply give Gnu the opportunity to verify her identity.
What were the reactions? Gnu’s post gathered nearly 300 comments full of more or less helpful advice. Some users suggested proactively contacting support to prevent a ban.
Others, however, took the opportunity to make fun of the situation with as many questionable alternatives as possible:
AVE Pat Pitt: “Just go to the supermarket, thank me later.”
RumoraTV: “The good old Knuddels. Anonymously, creepy, result-oriented.”
Even the official account of Xbox DACH chimed in: “Just start online Xbox Romance, Jasmin”
Some hopefuls even tried their luck and directly offered themselves to the streamer. However, these requests went unanswered – at least in the publicly visible comments.
In Diablo 4 there are builds that allow players to deal damage in the billions. The numbers fly across the screen – but some players actually find it much better without them.
On Reddit, the community is currently discussing the necessity of the damage numbers themselves. A user named “bdanred” wrote in his post on April 24 that he simply turned off the damage numbers in Diablo 4, and that it was fantastic.
Once you are high enough level, all the numbers are enormous anyway. And you can’t tell me that you are actually counting the number of commas and digits on those huge numbers. Other users note that the many numbers only make it harder to see everything.
Behind the damage numbers in Diablo 4, better graphics have been introduced since ray tracing:
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Diablo 4 with better graphics: This is what the ARPG looks like with ray tracing
Why is it better without numbers? In his Reddit post, “bdanred” stated that he turned off the damage numbers in Season 1 and never reverted it. “You can actually see what is happening on screen. You will know when something hits hard because the HP bar moves or [the enemies] die instantly,” he notes and recommends everyone to try it.
In the comments, many users agree with him. Many point out reasons against displaying the damage numbers, such as:
you don’t see everything that is happening
the numbers are meaningless
they disrupt immersion
How do I turn this off? In the menu, you can find the setting “Display mode for combat texts” under the “Gameplay” tab. There, you can choose to display all, hide damage numbers, or hide all numbers for damage and status effects.
With this setting, you can choose different display modes.
“The number overflow really ruins the experience”
What does the community specifically say about this? The user “tianvay” notes in his comment on Reddit that he plays the campaign on his new system and stumbled upon the setting to turn off the numbers. “I will never turn them back on, you can actually see what is happening, and the game is beautiful.”
The user “Cameronx88” mentions in a comment on Reddit that he turned them off and never turned them back on again. “Watching videos with all that number overflow really ruins the experience.” Also, “StartPraYing” states on Reddit that this is “the best way to truly experience the world.”
“DannyKoll1” writes on Reddit that he didn’t play a build that triggers “vulnerable” at first because that also appears on screen every time. “That’s why I was so glad they introduced the option to turn off combat text.” He can fully understand the post creator.
The user “E_Barriick” only turns on the numbers when he wants to test something specific on the training dummies, he writes on Reddit. Other users wish they could display the damage numbers more differentiated, such as only critical hits or damage numbers above a certain value.
Are there any other opinions? “Black_at_it_again_1” expresses on Reddit that the game looks much better when numbers and status effects are turned off. “Tom0511” replies: “I don’t know, I like watching them pop up.”
“Black_at_it_again_1” notes that it seems many people feel the same way. “But enemies die just the same without being obscured by numbers.” Additionally, “Mephistos_bane84” says he likes that as well and wants to see the numbers he causes. Other users jokingly point out that the ego shrinks when you don’t see big numbers.
Besides the flying damage numbers, the zoom factor was also a topic that has been heavily discussed. With Season 4, there will be a way in Diablo 4 to see more of the game. Players are excited about this tiny detail: “As silly as it sounds, I’d play again for that”
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In 2002, a Disney movie was released that its director had been waiting for a long time. He had wanted to make it 15 years earlier. However, that was prevented by Star Trek – and a movie that never came out.
Which Disney movie is it? Do you remember the animated film “Treasure Planet”? It hit theaters in 2002 and was essentially a loose adaptation of the novel “Treasure Island” by Robert L. Stevenson.
The film set the story of the book in the future. The protagonist, 15-year-old Jim, goes on a quest for the treasure planet.
The film’s director, Ron Clements, would have liked to make this passion project 15 years earlier. However, his ideas were rejected by Disney in 1986 and were not implemented in the following years. What was going on?
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The action-packed trailer for the Disney movie “Treasure Planet”
Star Trek derailed the filmmaker’s plans
What was the problem? Disney liked Ron Clements’ idea of reworking the classic novel as a science fiction story. However, the then-bosses at Disney, Michael Eisner and Jeffrey Katzenberg, saw a major problem.
Just shortly before, the two had worked at Paramount on Star Trek. Therefore, they were aware of the plans for the popular series featuring Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock. One of the upcoming films was also supposed to be a futuristic version of “Treasure Island,” just like Clements’ animated film.
So, a “Treasure Island in space,” as Clements himself called it. Disney rejected the project, and the director’s dream seemed to be shattered for the time being.
Did the Star Trek movie come out? If you are fans of the Trekkie universe and are now justifiably wondering which of the films has a storyline like “Treasure Island”, you are absolutely right.
Because such a Star Trek film never came out. Apparently, Paramount had toyed with the idea of adapting the novel but then dropped it.
Ron Clements’ “Treasure Planet” was rejected several more times at Disney before the film was finally made.
Good for the director, but unfortunately, the animated film was quite a flop at the box office. It cost around 140 million US dollars and only made 109 million US dollars (via boxofficemojo.com).
Why did the film flop? One reason for this could be the timing of its release. The Disney film came out at a time when traditional 2D animation was on the verge of extinction. 3D films suddenly became the trend, “Shrek” came out in 2001, and the first “Toy Story” had already premiered in 1995.
It is questionable whether the film would have performed better with audiences 15 years earlier. From the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, Disney’s 2D films had a resurgence. Classics like “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Lion King,” “Aladdin,” and “The Little Mermaid” were produced by Disney at that time.
The director has a solid track record for lovingly crafted animated films. By the way, with “The Princess and the Frog”, he released another 2D animated film at Disney in 2009. Overall, however, it seems that the mouse company is focusing more on 3D-animated films and live-action adaptations of classic films. Steven Spielberg recommended an anime that he claims is better than any Disney film.
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In Helldivers 2 you occasionally have to eliminate so-called Devastators. We will show you how to effectively disable the robots.
Update, August 21, 2025: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.
Devastators are heavily armored robots equipped with either regular weapons, a rocket launcher, or a shield and a cannon. They are deadly enemies and can significantly harm your squad in high numbers.
Helldivers 2 offers new assignments daily, where you can earn medals. One mission could be to eliminate Devastators. We will show you the most effective way to do this.
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Helldivers 2: Be careful, because this is how you make yourself really unpopular on Over-Earth
Helldivers 2: Finding Devastators – This is what the nasty robots look like
This is how you find the Devastators: You can find Devastators in the red sectors on planets where battles against the robots are taking place. They are either deployed by landing ships of the faction or manufactured in factories at the individual outposts of the robots.
Even though Devastators are categorized as heavily armored enemies, they can spawn at any difficulty level.
There are various versions of Devastators with different weapons. One variant of the Devastator has a so-called arm cannon, which allows it to fire at you from longer distances.
This is what the Devastators look like
Helldivers 2: Eliminating Devastators – This is how you can disable them most effectively
This is how you eliminate the Devastators: To take down the Devastators, you can utilize two methods:
You shoot them in the face and destroy their head
This will take them out immediately
You blow off their limbs using grenades or rocket launchers
Primarily aim for the legs, and they will fall over and die
Weapons that were used with a destroyed arm become nonfunctional
Since the Devastators are heavily armored, it is best to equip weapons with the “Armor-Piercing” property.
The R-36 Berster rifle and the P-4 Senator revolver can even take down Devastators with a single headshot.
Alternatively, you can of course use tactical gear like the anti-matter rifle, the disposable anti-tank, the automatic cannon, or the quasar cannon to effectively flatten Devastators.
What can I do if I’m playing alone and haven’t unlocked everything? Even without the best equipment, you can take down the Devastators. Use grenades, your orbital strike, and your primary weapon in first-person mode. This way, you can better aim for the heads and ensure the robots fall before they reach you.
So if you want to complete the command quickly and don’t want to be overwhelmed by enemies, we recommend the 3rd difficulty. This can be approached comfortably even solo.
One Piece is currently one of the biggest and most significant mangas in the world. The story of Luffy and his friends is nearing its end. Many fans hope that there will be an exciting finale. However, according to the mangaka Eiichiro Oda, this could be an immense strain on his body.
Why is his body suffering? Oda revealed that he has his best ideas when he is overtired and hungry. He uses overwork to stimulate his brain and receive creative insights:
The only way I can come up with a new idea is to think about it a lot without sleeping or eating. That’s the only way I know, because a person can only really develop new ideas when he pushes his limits. So every time I finish my manuscript, I am completely exhausted.
To get a grand idea for the big finale of One Piece, Oda will probably forgo sleep and food intake. This could lead to a major health problem if the mangaka pushes himself too far.
There are also other examples: Akira Toriyama, the mangaka of Dragon Ball, had the habit of going to sleep for new ideas.
Here sings the opening theme for the Egghead arc:
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One Piece – The 26th Opening for the Egghead Island Arc has been released
Eiichiro Oda had health problems in the past
Why is this so concerning? As a mangaka, the body is already under enough stress. The tough deadlines force authors to push themselves to their limits. There are mangaka who only sleep two hours a night.
In recent years, Oda has repeatedly made fans worry about his health status:
The probably least serious was his eye surgery, which caused the manga to pause for four weeks. (via Weekly Shonen Jump News on X)
The mangaka allegedly only slept three hours a day and thus already suffered from chronic sleep deprivation. At least that’s according to FandomWire. His sleeping times in 2012 were from 02:00 to 05:00 in the morning.
Oda, according to sandman_AP on X, has to send his doctor his blood pressure daily because it is too high.
We can only hope that Oda takes his health seriously and cares for his body. This way, we will also have many more years of him, even if the story of One Piece should end soon.
Most recently, Oda stated in 2019 (via Oricon) that the manga would end in about five years. At the moment, it doesn’t look like the story of Luffy will end this year. Therefore, we assume that the author will postpone his deadline once again and that we will only see the end in the coming years.
MyMMO demon Cortyn has found another game that caters to very strange fantasies. But that is exactly what makes this game so grand.
You know I like crazy games. Give me absurd dating games. Give me creepy psycho horror. Accordingly, I was already looking forward to the second part of the “Sucker for Love” series, which now finally had its release on Steam. After all, I loved the first part and sacrificed the entire humanity for a kiss from a tentacle goddess there.
But you know what? Before I go into more detail, I’ll just let the trailer speak for itself. Then you’ll already have a rough idea of how the rabbit (or the goat) runs:
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Sucker for Love: Date to Die for brings love kitsch with Lovecraft horror
The story begins simply:
The protagonist’s small hometown, which we only get to know as “Stardust”, has deteriorated significantly in recent years. Many residents have moved away, and now only so few people live there that the bus doesn’t even stop there anymore. However, rumors circulate about the place. The remaining inhabitants are said to have glowing eyes at night. Moreover, thrill-seeking tourists frequently disappear from the streets and are never seen again.
Stardust wants to visit her family, from whom she received a letter. But as soon as she enters the town, strange incidents begin. The “letter” is just a restaurant bill, and Stardust keeps having bizarre visions. When she is then approached on the street by a woman with glowing eyes and sees the many missing person posters in the background, she panics and flees into her family’s old house.
Trustworthy eyes.
The house is dilapidated, strange plants are sprouting from the ground, and in her room, there is a large ritual circle. When Stardust picks up the strange book and repeats the words of the ritual, she conjures a terrible, dark creature: a wavering, shadowy figure with numerous greedy mouths and the head of a goat.
Soon after, it turns out: This is Rhok’zan, the embodiment of a cosmic deity. When she learns that Stardust wants to break the curse of this place, she is immediately thrilled with her and takes on a friendlier form. Because Rhok’zan is herself a prisoner. Her cult of the “Thousand Children” has summoned her and her forest to this world. It spreads uncontrollably, until eventually, the whole world is consumed. At least, if we don’t prevent that.
The whole thing is based – sometimes alarmingly detailed – on the great “C’thulhu” mythos of author H.P. Lovecraft. Within this world, there are many ancient gods who wander through the cosmos and whose existence is worshipped by cults.
The goat lady Rhok’zan is modeled quite exactly after Shub-Niggurath, also known as “The Black Goat of the Woods”, “The Goat with a Thousand Young”, the “All-Mother”, or the “Mighty Mother”.
The perfect date. Don’t you think?
In this game, Rhok’zan is not only a cosmic, terrifying monster – but also our love interest, because she is very fascinated by us, and since she is a twisted form of a fertility goddess that evokes greed and desire in all sacrifices, we too will succumb to her sooner or later.
Of course, there are also a few other potential “love interests” – but I don’t want to reveal too much about that for now.
The gameplay is a mix of point & click and puzzle tasks, as various conditions often need to be met to correctly complete a ritual. At its core, however, are the dialogues and how they are affected by one’s own actions.
Humor that hits because it is just absurd
If I had to list everything I love about the humor of Sucker for Love: Date to Die for, we’d probably still be here tomorrow. Therefore, I want to limit that to a few anecdotal scenes from the game to showcase the variety.
At the beginning, Rhok’zan wants to grant us special powers that her cult has also received – so that we have a chance to stand up against the overpowering cultists at all. The problem: That can’t happen because she, as a mother goddess, can only grant powers to those who have already had children or those for whom that prospect seems likely.
So we have to take the detour and perform another ritual from the book to summon the “perfect partner”. No sooner do we perform the summoning than our perfect partner appears before us: Rhok’zan, who has been teleported exactly 5 meters away. While our heroine struggles for excuses, I can only grin broadly in front of the PC.
Rhok’zan is very disappointed when our partnership is only platonic.
But the dialogues in the game are also wonderfully absurd. If you want, you can ask Rhok’zan what exactly she is. The conversation goes something like this:
“This goat form is just one of my avatars. My true form is the entire forest.” “So you’re actually just an old tree?” “A sexy tree.” “A birch?” “More sexy.” “A willow?” “Even more sexy.” “A cedar?” “A cedar? That’s crazy. Less sexy.”
I hadn’t given much thought to the sex appeal of trees before. I do that more often now.
These cultists. What strange thoughts they had.
Other parts of the humor are hidden in the pages of the book. For the ritual “Delightful Feast”, I need to acquire the following items:
Meat from a living being that died in the black forest.
Milk from the black goat.
A vessel filled to the brim with liquid life.
The cultists have written little notes on the necessary objects, such as with the milk:
“Store-bought milk with 2% fat is apparently fine too, it’s in the fridge.”
That definitely saves me from a weird conversation with Rhok’zan.
Even with the “vessel filled with liquid life”, a cultist remarked:
“BLOOD! They mean BLOOD! Please use blood from now on!”, closely followed by a small scribbled “Sorry”.
Yes, I’m not going to explain that joke to you now.
Horror that Lovecraft would be proud of
But it’s not just the humor that is grand, but also the horror elements. These are actually elements that are difficult to combine, but in Sucker for Love: Date to Die for, it works just as well as in its predecessor.
In one moment, you’re flirting with Rhok’zan, and in the next moment, you’re already summoning really creepy creatures for her that are supposed to collect blood and body parts from enemies, and you have to dodge them yourself.
In the rooms, you can rotate the camera freely – and someone could be standing behind you…
While navigating through the house, you have to slowly pull open each door and quickly close it again if there is a creature in the next room. Because a glance into the eyes of these monsters leads to instant death. Even if the mechanics are actually quite simple, the music and atmosphere contribute to making the scenes extremely eerie.
At the same time, the Lovecraft universe always plays with themes of madness and delusions, and that is also wonderfully portrayed in the game. Every now and then, one manages to look briefly through the veil of one’s own madness and realize that one’s own body has changed – and one maybe is not as healthy as one thinks.
On the positive side: If you have a problem with jump scares, you can turn on an option that warns you before each jump scare. Of course, this removes some shocking moments from the game, but it makes it more accessible for a broader group who may not be able to handle too many shock elements.
However, there are two small negative points. The first is that the game has sometimes stutters and framerate drops even on a solid PC, which really shouldn’t be the case in a horror dating sim that basically consists only of “moving images”. But maybe a patch will resolve this soon, after all, Sucker for Love: Date to Die for was just released a few days ago.
The second negative point is that the interface sometimes covers up some information, as you can also see in the screenshots. The heart display with the “Smooch!” symbol sometimes overlaps with parts of the book pages, which seems poorly thought out and is annoying. But that too should be fixed by a patch soon.
And now please excuse me, I need to summon a disturbingly attractive goat-forest-tentacle goddess again:
Rhok’zan Selva Oscura Tharanak ya mgep uaaahgof’n ya.
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Are you as excited about the new Fallout series on Amazon Prime as millions of others? Then MeinMMO delivers the perfect build to play as Lucy in Fallout 76. This way, you can explore the wasteland as the main character!
Lucy MacLean, played by Ella Purnell, is the protagonist in the Fallout series on Amazon Prime and… quite naive. Without wanting to spoil too much: Throughout the series, Lucy undergoes a development that can only be achieved by the harsh reality check of the wasteland.
Thanks to the series, the Fallout games are experiencing a new hype, Fallout 76 even has more players on Steam than ever. If you want to experience the series even more intensely, we will show you how to play as Lucy here.
A little warning in advance: We will discuss details of the series that develop throughout. If you haven’t seen it yet, you might want to catch up first.
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The official trailer for the Fallout series on Amazon in German
Lucy’s appearance, equipment, and weapons
Regarding Lucy’s appearance, you’ll have to settle for a somewhat stripped-down version. While Fallout 76 offers many customization options, faces are simply not the game’s strong suit. In the title image, you can see our suggestion for her appearance.
For almost the entire series, Lucy wears her vault jumpsuit, the famous jumper. Accordingly, you should wear this as an undergarment. Later, Lucy wears something reminiscent of the light leather armor from Fallout 76. With this combination, you will get closest to the look.
In terms of weapons, Lucy primarily uses two iconic firearms:
the “Dart Gun” that she uses right at the beginning of the series
The pistol is fairly easy to find in the game. You even start the game with one in your inventory along with ammo. You don’t need anything too fancy for weapon mods here. Lucy has no scope and no barrel mounted and uses the non-automatic version. Good attachments for her build are:
anything that increases damage, precision, and critical hits
anything that reduces the aiming time
You can replace the “Dart Gun” in Fallout 76 with the Syringer. While this is a rifle, it uses various syringes with chems, just like the Dart Gun. Unfortunately, you can’t get this weapon quite as easily; your best bet is to try your luck at Arktos Pharma.
The truly interesting part now is Lucy’s build. From her official stats from Fallout Shelter (via Fallout Wiki), we already know what attributes she fundamentally has. In Fallout 76, the SPECIAL system goes even further.
Based on her fundamentals and with regard to her behavior in the series, we arrive at the following distribution (here with link to the Fallout build planner):
Strength 4
Perception 7
Endurance 6
Charisma 9 (14, with legendary skills)
Intelligence 7
Agility 9
Luck 14 (19, with legendary skills)
Here you can find all the important info about Fallout 76:
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Everything you need to know about Fallout 76 – in 2 minutes
How to skill as Lucy
In line with her behavior and skills in the series, we have selected some skills for Lucy:
Strength
Martial Artist 2/3
Weapon Belt 2/2
Lucy isn’t a melee fighter, but she says she has completed combat training. Accordingly, she should master martial arts. Weapon belt… simply makes sense because magazines in film and television almost never run out.
Perception
Rifleman 3/3
Tank Killer 3/3
Professional Rifleman 1/3
Similar to martial arts: Lucy says she masters the use of weapons. Additionally, these skills enhance her abilities with pistols and rifles, making sense for the build.
Endurance
Resilience 1/3
Aqua Girl 1/1
Homemaker 2/2
Rejuvenated 2/2
As a vault dweller, Lucy is used to recovering and feeling comfortable in a domestic environment. These skills reflect that. Resilience and Aqua Girl are evident in the series as she is bathed in radioactive water without mutating directly and avoids illnesses throughout the season.
Charisma
Wasteland Whisperer 3/3
Camping Pro 2/2
Field Surgeon 1/1
Team Maneuvers 2/2
Philanthropist 3/3 (with legendary charisma)
Irresistible 2/2 (with legendary charisma)
Lucy tries to resolve conflicts peacefully. Wasteland Whisperer is the logical skill for her. Additionally, she is well-prepared when it comes to provisioning, even though she still has to learn camping itself. Chems work extraordinarily quickly on her – as shown by the Stimpak in Episode 1.
Later in the series, she relies on team strength and is always accompanied, which is why we assess her as a team player with corresponding advantages.
Intelligence
Geek Rage 3/3
Weapon Crafter 3/3
Recycler 1/1
How wise Lucy’s approach is, is debatable – but the values correspond to her official specifications. Unfortunately, there is little here that makes real sense in skills – except for Geek Rage. Lucy is extraordinarily resilient, which this skill is meant to emphasize.
Agility
Gunslinger 3/3
Professional Gunslinger 3/3
Master Gunslinger 3/3
Pretty straightforward: Lucy’s primary weapons are pistols, which she is obviously getting more practice with. If you want to dive into the role-playing aspect, you can skill the entire agility tree last. While this makes the game harder, it comes closest to Lucy’s journey.
Luck 14
Mysterious Savior 3/3
Lucky Accident 3/3
With Salt a Poem 3/3
Quick Fingers 3/3
Bloody Death 3/3 (with legendary luck)
Luck is definitely Lucy’s defining trait. To wander the wasteland with so little experience and still survive is a miracle. And usually, a savior is there, even if not always for the good. This is evident with the corresponding skills.
Quick Fingers and Bloody Death are skills that are useful later when Lucy has more expertise with firearms. However, the ability to automatically reload is once again very Hollywood – making it fit well with films in general.
Lucy’s legendary skills
Legendary Charisma 4/4
Legendary Luck 4/4
You get legendary skills after level 50 and they further enhance the character. For Lucy, there are only two sensible options: legendary luck and legendary charisma. Both radiate from her in the series (and other skills are not particularly useful here).
With this build, you probably won’t be the best player, but you can at least embody your favorite character and explore a bit how she might fare before all the other Fallout parts occurred. There are still some tips to help you get along with the community: New to Fallout 76? Veterans explain what you should definitely not do.
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Netflix presents the new sci-fi action movie in a trailer that you can watch on the streaming service in May. However, the trailer doesn’t generate much anticipation among viewers and also reminds them of a well-known video game.
What movie is this about? The new sci-fi action film on Netflix is called Atlas, which is set to premiere on May 24, 2024. In the story, artificial intelligence plays a major role. An AI soldier is convinced that he has found the solution to all the wars in the world. His solution: Humanity simply must be annihilated.
To prevent this plan, the brilliant but shy data analyst Atlas Shepherd (played by Jennifer Lopez) is tasked with shutting down the rogue robot. However, the plan doesn’t go as hoped, and soon, her only hope of completing the mission is to trust another AI.
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Atlas, the new sci-fi movie on Netflix reminds viewers of a popular shooter
Directed by Brad Peyton, known for San Andreas or Rampage – Big Meets Bigger, he has already proven that he can handle spectacular action and plenty of effects. The screenplay is by Aron Eli Coleite (Star Trek: Discovery) and Leo Sardarian (Start-Up).
What are the reactions? Reactions to the film are indeed relatively mixed. However, very few viewers express real excitement. Instead, both under the trailer on YouTube and on Reddit, some users write that it doesn’t look super bad now, but we need to wait to see how the story turns out.
Many users primarily draw comparisons to a popular mech shooter. The title “Titanfall” appears in many comments. Many find that the robots shown in the trailer simply remind them of the mechs from the shooter. “I am 70% sure this is a rejected Titanfall script,” writes one user in their comment on Reddit. On YouTube, a user writes that no one can tell him that the creators haven’t played Titanfall.
Another user also wonders whether the creators had a Titanfall script that was rejected and now they have just changed it enough to avoid being sued later.
What criticisms are there? The comparison to the shooter is likely not even meant as a major criticism by most users, but merely as an observation. Nevertheless, you can also read some negative opinions in the comments.
Particularly, the casting of Jennifer Lopez seems to not excite many users. Many feel that she is simply a better singer than an actress. Others feel that as an actress, she doesn’t fit into such a genre. For some users, this seems to be reason enough to give the film no further chance.
The user @berhunt writes in their comment on YouTube: “Is this a serious trailer? I’ve rarely seen something so terrible. J.Lo is unconvincing in every scene, and the CGI is abysmal.”
Garry’s Mod is a sandbox game for players to unleash their creativity. Now, the developer has to remove all content related to Nintendo. This is especially surprising because the game is 20 years old.
Now, another developer has been “caught,” and this is particularly surprising because the game in question is also 20 years old.
Garry’s Mod must remove all Nintendo content
Facepunch Studios, the developer of Garry’s Mod, stated in a post on Steam that they have received notice from Nintendo to remove all content. Facepunch Studios remarked that these are indeed Nintendo’s contents, and their request is therefore justified. The statement reads:
Some of you may have noticed that certain Nintendo workshops were recently removed. This is not a mistake; the removal was prompted by Nintendo.
Honestly, it’s only fair. These are Nintendo’s contents, and what they allow and what they don’t is their business. They don’t want people to play with this stuff in Garry’s Mod – that’s their decision, and we must respect that and remove as much as we can.
This is an ongoing process as we have to go through 20 years of uploads. If you want to help us by deleting your Nintendo-related uploads and never uploading them again, that would be very helpful for us.
What’s next? The colleagues from IGN report that at the current time (as of 25.04.24), there are still thousands of contents related to Nintendo:
Mario currently has more than 5,500 entries, Luigi has still 1,200
Zelda has 800
And Kirby has 739 entries
Therefore, it might take some time until all content is gone. Facepunch Studios now has to go through 20 years of content to find everything.
Why are there so many Nintendo contents? Garry’s Mod is a sandbox game for players to express themselves freely. The game relies on people creating and using content and mods. And Nintendo and its content are so popular that they are widely used.
More about Nintendo: A user tells how he found a game at his grandmother’s 26 times. No one knows why, but the grandchild suspects that the grandmother didn’t know how to delete the save game.
There is a new trailer for Pokémon GO teasing one of the top attackers. Trainers now suspect that a worldwide release of the Pokémon is imminent.
Which Pokémon is it? A new trailer was released on the official Pokémon GO channel on X. The trailer shows a cave filled with many Rocara. At the end of the trailer, the silhouette of a Pokémon is visible.
Looking at the outline, it is clear that it is the Pokémon “Diancie.” The Rocara in the trailer are also closely related to Diancie: after all, Diancie is the mutation of Rocara.
You can watch the trailer on the official “X” account of Pokémon GO here:
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The trailer now raises hopes that a worldwide release of Diancie in Pokémon GO could be on the horizon. So far, only a handful of trainers have been able to get the Pokémon with the powerful Mega Evolution.
Previously available only very limited
How could you obtain Diancie so far? There have only been two ways to acquire Diancie. Both methods were associated with the GO Fest 2023. If you participated in one of the local live events, you received an encounter with Diancie.
Additionally, it was possible to catch a Diancie in the global part of GO Fest 2023. However, you needed to purchase the event ticket to receive the corresponding special research that included Diancie.
If you already secured a Diancie at one of the local live events, the event ticket simply provided you with candies instead of a second encounter with Diancie. This was communicated only shortly before the event started, which caused some frustration at the time.
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Pokémon GO: It’s time to #RediscoverGO!
When will Diancie be released worldwide? When and in what form Diancie will make its way back into the game remains unclear. Apart from the teaser in the trailer, there is no further information available.
At the end of the trailer, however, the logo of the current season World full of Wonders can be seen, which runs until June 1, 2024, at 10:00 AM. This suggests that something could still happen during this season.
Diancie in its regular and Mega form
How strong is Diancie? While the regular form of Diancie is not particularly strong, the Mega Evolution of the Pokémon is one of the best attackers in Pokémon GO of the Rock type.
What does the community say about this? The community is convinced that the Pokémon is Diancie. They also hope for a worldwide release of the Pokémon. Some comments include:
I hope we get a global release; and everyone who already has a [Rocara] should get another one, writes a trainer on Reddit
It’s a Diancie teaser, not Rocara. You can see it in the shadows in the background, states another comment on Reddit
Mega-Diancie raid day next month? In March we had both Proto-Groudon and Kyogre, this month Scyther, another Mega with a raid day next month would make sense, hopes another trainer on Reddit
A worldwide release of Diancie could be interesting for many trainers, especially for those who could not get a specimen last year and might have the chance to redeem that now.
What do you think about the trailer? Do you also believe that it is Diancie? Have you managed to include a specimen of this type in your collection so far? Feel free to let us know in the comments.
