Developers of Path of Exile bring back crazy event, let players play 19 other classes

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

The developers of Path of Exile are bringing back a popular event that completely changes the ARPG for players. There are rewards to be claimed as well.

What kind of event is this? The developers of Path of Exile have announced the new “Legacy of Phrecia” event on pathofexile.com. The event first appeared in 2025 and completely alters all 19 Ascendancy classes.

This provides players with a new, extensive experience characterized by variety. Unlike the “normal” leagues, players used this event in the past to play more for fun, without OP builds and long preparation.

Here you can see what is currently happening in Path of Exile:

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Innovations and Changes

What have the developers changed? Compared to the “Legacy of Phrecia” event about a year ago, the developers have made some changes. While the same 19 “other” Ascendancy classes are back, the balance of the classes has been adjusted. Accordingly, builds that previously performed well may perform worse this time, and vice versa.

New, however, are the league modifiers. There is now a mix of “Idols”, the “Settlers” league, and “Atlas Memories”. The developers are intentionally mixing different leagues and systems to create a new experience. They emphasize that asynchronous trading will also be active in the new league again, helping players obtain the best “Idols” for their characters.

While players have to forgo modifiers for the “Breach” system, the developers want to add additional map effects to each area that increase as the area’s level increases.

As a reward for reaching level 50 and level 90 with a character, players will receive a “Third Edict Mystery Box” that unlocks cosmetic items for their account.

How is the new event being received? After the current season of Path of Exile was not received as well by fans as the leagues before, fans are looking forward to the new event. Player fyrespyrit writes on Reddit: “The one time I thought I was out, they pull me back in…”

Other players are also excited and praise the event, like player Pinkglock92 on Reddit, for whom this seems to be the first good news in an otherwise “dry” January.

However, some players also express criticism. This criticism revolves less around the mechanics but rather the design of the event itself. User Reddit user Soleil06 thinks, “It’s a little sad that it won’t last more than three weeks. Personally, I find it a bit too short to really dive in.”

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With the new event, the developers of Path of Exile fulfill the fans’ desire for variety and innovation, hitting the right nerve. However, they have also played a joker. If a rather boring league appears again in 2026, it will likely be harder to appease fans. More details on the current league can be found here: Players celebrated the big promise of Path of Exile, now complain that the developers are sticking to it

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The latest series in the universe of Game of Thrones has started with episode 1, receiving strong ratings on IMDb

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 2 minutes

Almost a week after the launch of HBO Max in Germany, a new series in the Game of Thrones universe has also launched. With A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, viewers get a new look at Westeros. It seems to be quite well-received.

What kind of series is this? A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is based on the Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas by George R. R. Martin and tells the story of Ser Duncan and his squire Egg. As part of the launch, we have also summarized everything you should know about the Targaryens and hedge knights beforehand.

On January 19, 2026, the series started with Episode 1 on the streaming service HBO Max. It is also being well-received by the first viewers when looking at the ratings.

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A proper return to Westeros

How well is the 1st episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms rated? On the rating platform IMDb, there is not only a lot of information about movies and series; users can also rate individual episodes of a series.

The first episode of the series has a rating of 8.4 out of 10 based on 6801 reviews (as of January 20, 2026, 09:07 AM) on IMDb. That is quite good. Some users have also submitted written reviews. The user drhemp (Source: IMDb) titles: A proper return to Westeros. For him, the series is a significant improvement over House of the Dragon. He believes the new series captures the old Game of Thrones atmosphere.

Also, Snow12456 (Source: IMDb) is thrilled with the first episode. He praises the chemistry between the two main actors as well as the humor. The user explains: You immediately have the feeling that the series is going in the right direction.

How does it look on other platforms? On Rotten Tomatoes, only the entire season can be rated. With 57 reviews (as of January 20, 2026, 09:07 AM), the critics’ score currently stands at a very good 88%. The user rating is a bit lower. With over 100 user reviews, this score is at 80%.

It remains to be seen whether the first impression of many fans will remain so positive across all 6 episodes.

MeinMMO editor Nikolas Hernes was able to see all 6 episodes and was thrilled until the end: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is not a new Game of Thrones, but that is a good thing

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Has anyone of you seen the 1st episode already? What do you think of it? Feel free to write it to us in the comments. Over the next few weeks, Westeros fans can look forward to new episodes of the series. Everything you need to know about the release dates can be found here: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: When is the next episode released? – All release dates of the HBO series

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For the first time in history, the possibility of a Mediterranean without wine emerges

Claudio Niggenkemper Claudio Niggenkemper Reading time 2 minutes

For millennia, vineyards have shaped the image of the Mediterranean region. Now a graphic shows that these regions may soon no longer be suitable for viticulture – but the representation also sparks debates.

What exactly does the new map show? According to a post by The European Correspondent, which references current climate models and surveys, new scenarios indicate a drastic change: The wine-growing areas around the Mediterranean – including Spain, Italy, Greece, or the south of France – may soon become hardly suitable for traditional viticulture due to rising temperatures and increasing drought periods by the middle of the century.

In contrast, northern countries like Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, or even parts of Scandinavia may become better suited for wine cultivation in the future.

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How dramatic is the situation really?

Why is the map controversial? While The European Correspondent emphasizes the urgency of climatic developments on TikTok, there is plenty of criticism in the comments – particularly regarding the depicted map.
A brief look explains why: Traditional wine-growing regions such as Styria (Austria), Jerez (southern Spain), or Alentejo (Portugal) are missing – as well as significant parts of Germany, France, or Switzerland.

Source: The European Correspondent, Sebastian Gräff

In almost all involved countries, there are such gaps. As Xataka clearly shows, this is due to the data basis of the map, the so-called Huglin Index. This index summarizes temperature sums during the growing season (April to September) — considering both daily average and maximum temperatures as well as the geographical location. The warmer an area is over the season, the higher the Huglin Index and the more suitable it is for heat-loving grape varieties (via meteoblue).

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As the index rises everywhere in the future (hotter summers due to the climate crisis), the suitable zones for viticulture are shifting northward.

Is the Huglin Index appropriate? The map focuses on the shift in suitability for cultivation: Mediterranean regions rise into higher Huglin Index categories, while areas that were previously too cool in northern Europe become attractive for viticulture. This is also confirmed by a Hungarian study documenting a continuous increase in the index across several wine regions (Frontiers).

However, the Huglin Index can only represent thermal suitability — it does not consider precipitation, frost risks, soil conditions, or sunshine duration, which are equally crucial for actual wine quality and the success of cultivation (via State Portal Rhineland-Palatinate).

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The Huglin Index and the corresponding map indicates: Climate change is fundamentally altering European viticulture. How dramatic this will be will become clearer in the coming years. However, there is currently no concrete research on the Europe-wide shift of cultivation areas.

What viticulture goes through is also experienced by other sectors of agriculture. How creative some solutions can be is illustrated by an exciting case from the energy transition: In one country, 1,700 sheep were investigated that graze between solar panels – with surprising results

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The 9-year-old predecessor of Divinity is as popular on Steam as it hasn’t been since release, but the boss says: there is one thing he regrets

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

Larian is diligently working on a new game with Divinity while continuing to achieve success with their previous games. The new role-playing game is causing a huge increase in Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2 – with the latter not being as successful as it was at release in 2017.

Here’s the current state of Divinity:

  • At the moment, Larian is developing their largest game with Divinity, which is set to be even more extensive than Baldur’s Gate 3. In our overview you will find all the information about Divinity.
  • On X, studio head Swen Vincke explains that due to the announcement of Divinity, both Baldur’s Gate 3 and the predecessor Divinity: Original Sin 2 (short: DOS 2) have received a boost. The latter has sold as well as it did at release in 2017.
  • The player numbers also reflect this: Baldur’s Gate 3 had over 111,000 peak players in January 2026 (according to SteamDB), while DOS 2 had over 27,000 (according to SteamDB). The last time the 9-year-old role-playing game had such many players shortly after release was with one exception in March 2020, right after the release of the opening cinematics of Baldur’s Gate 3 (on YouTube).

If you are among the new players: DOS 2 is considered significantly more challenging than Baldur’s Gate. Here you will find some tips for starting in Divinity: Original Sin 2.

What is Divinity: Original Sin 2 actually? The Divinity series is Larian’s great success and their “own world” where they set the rules. The first game in the series, Divine Divinity, was released back in 2002.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is currently (still) the newest installment in the series and the direct predecessor to the upcoming Divinity, whose story connects to DOS 2. You play as a “Source Mage” who is captured and later embroiled in the intrigues of the powerful and gods.

While Divinity: Original Sin 2 and its predecessor play similarly as classic cRPGs like Baldur’s Gate 3, they have numerous important differences – primarily because they are not based on D&D. For instance, there are no classes, but builds, and a “Random Loot” system that is to be significantly improved with Divinity.

As is customary for role-playing games, story and companions play a significant role, while the latter is set to become even more important in Divinity. That the formula works is evident from the current rise in player numbers, even though the head would have preferred to forgo one feature…

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This damned squirrel!

In the Definitive Edition of Divinity: Original Sin 2, several DLCs are included that bring partly new quests and items to the game – and entirely new characters. The “Ser Lora” DLC stands out the most.

The additional content delivers a small squirrel with a bone helmet riding on its skeletal cat Quercus. With the talent “Animal Friend”, you can talk to the squirrel, which introduces itself as the noble knight of the Great Acorn and is initially skeptical of you.

Over the course of the story, however, Ser Lora gets to know you better and even begins to trust you as you behave well. This leads to additional storylines revolving around the cute character and its “deity”, the Great Acorn.

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Although the squirrel is a big fan favorite, Swen Vincke revealed to MeinMMO in an interview that he hates Ser Lora deeply. Ser Lora was created only because the studio felt pressured by the publisher to create a DLC.

In his post on X, Vincke writes that he regrets not having removed the squirrel before the new surge of buyers. Whether that would have worked at all remains to be seen, as Ser Lora is very persistent – not only in the game: The head of Larian wanted to remove a character from Original Sin 2 because he hates it deeply

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New MMORPG achieves success with game test on Steam, doesn’t want casual players involved

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

On Steam, a new MMORPG has started its playtest this weekend and attracted many players, but those who prefer a relaxed experience are not welcome.

What kind of game is this? Apogea is an old-school MMORPG from an isometric perspective, featuring simple graphics but much more challenging encounters. Apogea aims to fulfill the dream of the hardcore community and specifically targets players who find regular MMORPGs too easy and relaxed.

Players can choose from four classes: Squire, Knight, Mage, and Rogue, all of which can be further developed and customized through talent trees. Content-wise, players can expect a mix of theme park and sandbox, with challenging boss encounters and PvP.

As stated in the Steam description of the game: “We also enjoy challenges. Here, you have to earn your triumphs; they are not given away easily. The path is tough, and a lot is at stake. If you are looking for a game that doesn’t hold your hand, then you are in the right place.”

But the developers take it a step further.

Here you can watch the trailer for Apogea:

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No Entry for Casual Players

What does that mean? That Apogea is only meant for hardcore players is emphasized by the developers not only in the Steam description. Anyone starting the MMORPG, which is currently in playtesting, must first confirm several warnings.

According to a Reddit post, players are also asked what type of player they are. If you answer “I prefer casual”, the game closes, and your browser opens Google with the search query “casual mmo”. While this has likely provided a laugh or two, it is probably meant to make clear to the last player that this MMORPG does not cater to the needs of casual gamers.

How successful is the MMORPG? The playtest of the MMORPG has already attracted nearly 6,000 players at peak according to SteamDB in its first weekend. While that may not seem like much at first glance, given the hardcore aspect and indie production, it is already a success.

On the Discord server of the new MMORPG, over 30,000 players are already active, and there is also a small, active German community.

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Apogea aims to be the opposite of the mainstream and the developments of the genre in recent years towards a game for everyone. Its hardcore focus seems to find a fanbase that otherwise gets bored in other titles. It remains to be seen when the official release date will be and how much the MMORPG will cost. Apogea is not the first successful indie MMORPG of 2026: New surprise hit on Steam is an MMORPG from a solo developer, and it has only one weakness

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The fans of WoW mourn, as the best mode will probably never return

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 3 minutes

WoW Legion Remix has come to an end. Only now at the conclusion do many fans realize how much fun they actually had.

A few hours ago, the alternate timeline closed and WoW Legion Remix has come to an end. No more bronze can be issued, the rewards are locked, the turbo-leveling is over, and the feeling of complete superiority is gone. However, how well the game mode was received by the community is evident now on social media: Many are saying goodbye to Legion Remix and even state: It was the greatest fun one could have in WoW.

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Legion Remix looked like a flop but then became a hit: It’s quite curious how popular Legion Remix ended up being. Before the mode was even released, there was serious criticism of the initial plans. Progress was supposed to be noticeably slower, and the heroic world mode was almost not rewarding at all. However, Blizzard changed course and managed to make Legion Remix a similar success (if not even bigger) than Mists of Pandaria Remix.

For many, it was a great opportunity to dive back into the history of Legion, which will be important for the new expansion Midnight in parts. You can find more about the entire story of WoW in our extensive lore overview.

WoW community celebrates Legion Remix, bids farewell wistfully

Community says goodbye: Especially in the WoW subreddit, many posts can currently be found where people are bidding farewell to Legion Remix. Already, some miss the feeling of “complete dominance” or the nice feeling of being able to play relevant content in the areas of Legion again and experience the great Order Hall campaigns.

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  • “My wife and I had so much fun playing Legion Remix. It reignited our passion for WoW after we took a short break and reminded us why we love the game so much.” – Not-an-FNG on Reddit
  • “Really a big thank you to Legion Remix. I thought I was an unshakeable melee DPS player. [Legion Remix] was such a great opportunity to try out a new class and new roles. Now I’m waiting for Midnight and trying for the first time as a healer because it seems that Discipline Priest is just made for me. It was a fun ride.” – NobleAndDashing

Of course, some are cynically asking what to do in WoW now that Remix is over. But there can only be one answer to that:

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Will Legion Remix ever come back? That seems rather unlikely, at least not in the next few years. Remix appears to be a recurring mode, albeit with different expansions. Even though Legion Remix was popular, many wish that the next one should be a “Shadowlands” or “Battle for Azeroth” variant of Remix. The two expansions would be perfect for Remix due to their extensive endgame content. Especially the Tower of Torghast could become a real hit for bronze farming and solely for cosmetic rewards.

So far, nothing has been announced in this regard. We probably shouldn’t expect anything before the end of Midnight – so sometime in 2027.

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What other modes is Blizzard working on? Blizzard is continuously working on additional modes for World of Warcraft that go beyond Remix. One of these modes was Plunderstorm – but that won’t be returning anytime soon. However, we already know, that the developers are working on a horror mode in the meantime. Perhaps we might see something of that during the spooky season, at the end of October 2026…

So far, nothing has been announced in this regard. We probably shouldn’t expect anything before the end of Midnight – so sometime in 2027.

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What other modes is Blizzard working on? Blizzard is continuously working on additional modes for World of Warcraft that go beyond Remix. One of these modes was Plunderstorm – but that won’t be returning anytime soon. However, we already know, that the developers are working on a horror mode in the meantime. Perhaps we might see something of that during the spooky season, at the end of October 2026…

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Scrubs has many iconic couples, but your number 1 doesn’t even exist

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 3 minutes

The comedy series Scrubs not only has many iconic characters, but the couples in the series have achieved a cult status for many fans. We asked you what your favorite couple is, and you had 3 clear favorites.

On January 12, we showed you in a list which couples in Scrubs were the most popular based on search volume. In this context, we also asked you once again which couple belongs to your favorites. 1638 users (as of January 19, 2026, 12:40) voted and chose from 13 couples (not always official).

The top 5 is quite clear, but before we get to the winners, we’ll show you the previous places:

  • 13. Elliot and Dan (0 %, 1 vote)
  • 12. Elliot and Keith (1 %, 10 votes)
  • 11. Dr. Cox and Carla (2 %, 25 votes)
  • 10. J.D. and Jordan (2 %, 26 votes)
  • 9. Denise and Drew (2 %, 29 votes)
  • 8. J.D. and Kim (2 %, 29 votes)
  • 7. Janitor and Lady (4 %, 71 votes)
  • 6. Ted and Gooch (5 %, 74 votes)

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5. Dr. Kelso and Muffins (7 %, 108 votes)

Bob Kelso is still a pretty mean guy at the beginning of the series, appearing as a heartless boss. However, throughout the series, he becomes more warm-hearted and shows his lovable side.

In Season 6, a coffee shop opens in the hospital, and after Kelso retires, fans don’t have to say goodbye to him for long. From Season 7, he regularly appears as a guest because he has won muffins for life. He picks them up diligently, which is why you probably voted this couple to 5th place.

It could also be because the previous places were not particularly convincing.

4. Turk and Carla

Turk and Carla are probably the most consistent couple in Scrubs. Yes, they had problems and conflicts, but since the first episode, there has been a wonderful chemistry between the two. Carla regularly stands up to her husband, and even though she loves to make fun of Turk’s nonsense, she can also participate well in it.

In many emotional and sad moments, the two showed how much they are there for each other, and their relationship is also used for many good gags. Think of the fusion of the two in the fantasy episode (Season 7, Episode 11).

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3. J.D. and Elliot (16 %, 266 votes)

Much more chaotic than 4th place is the relationship between J.D. and Elliot. Right from the first episode, J.D. falls in love with his colleague, but this leads to a sitcom-typical back-and-forth. Sometimes they are together, sometimes one person breaks up, sometimes someone is jealous of someone else.

Despite this cliché, the chemistry between the two lasts through 8 seasons. Although they broke each other’s hearts, they mostly remained friends who were always there for each other. The successful relationship at the end is a great reward for the fans, and the finale of Season 8 is an emotional experience.

2. Dr. Cox and Jordan (21 %, 337 votes)

Similar to Kelso, Jordan is initially a pretty mean character who brings only chaos to hospital life. The relationship with Dr. Cox is also portrayed negatively. But Scrubs gradually manages to develop this relationship. You can tell that the two still have feelings for each other, and in the end, they represent an unusual but lovable couple.

A big highlight are also the mean moments between the two. When Dr. Cox and Jordan team up to take someone else down, you can immediately see that they are more alike than they would admit.

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1. Turk and J.D. (33 %, 544 votes)

How could it be otherwise, Turk and J.D. are in 1st place for a third of you. Sure, they are officially not a couple, but hardly any couple has as many moments in Scrubs as the two. Their relationship consists not just of countless gags and funny moments, but is often also emotional and educational.

If necessary, one calls the other out, which not only provides a strong character development for the individual characters but also strengthens their relationship. They are lovable, iconic, and well-developed. An aspect that many series with real couples fail to achieve.

In the end, all that remains to say is: It’s guy love, between two guys.

How all the relationships have fared over the years can soon be seen for yourself. In February, after more than 15 years, Scrubs will continue and many familiar faces will return. All you need to know about it can be found here with us: Scrubs revival: Trailer, cast, release – all information about the continuation of the cult series

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Warhammer Season 1: All Information about the Series starring Henry Cavill on Amazon Prime – Release, Trailer and Cast

Christoph Waldboth Christoph Waldboth Reading time 2 minutes

Amazon launches a series from the Warhammer universe. The lead role will be played by Henry Cavill. You can find all the information about the release, the plot, the trailer, and the cast here on MeinMMO.

Update: On 20 January 2026, the following article was updated with information from a new financial report by Games Workshop from January 2026.

What kind of series is this? Warhammer 40,000 is a vast universe that has already told various stories. Henry Cavill, known among other things as the actor of Superman or Geralt in the Witcher series, is a big nerd himself. Therefore, it is one of his dreams to create a Warhammer series and act in it.

Amazon is currently planning to initiate such a production. There is no title yet. Official information is still scarce at this stage, but we will summarize everything that is currently known. In the future, we will update all information so that you are always up to date.

When is the premiere of the Warhammer series? Currently, there is no official release date known. The series is still in its early stages. At the end of 2023, a contract was signed between Amazon and Games Workshop, and since then, the project has been under development, which was confirmed once again in December 2024 (via deadline.com)

Henry Cavill mentioned in May 2025 to Esquire that the series would be different from anything he has done so far, and Warhammer is a complex brand that brings challenges. Games Workshop also mentioned in a financial report that fans should not expect news too soon (via ign.com).

In a new financial report dated 13 January 2026, Games Workshop also states that it will probably take several more years. So we should not expect a release in 2026.

To pass the time, you can watch the trailer for Secret Level, a series on Amazon that also chooses Warhammer as a theme in one episode.

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Warhammer Season 1: Trailer, Stream, Plot and Cast

Is there a trailer for the Warhammer series? So far, there is no trailer for the series. This is mainly because filming has not yet begun.

Who is streaming the Warhammer series? Since Amazon is the producing studio, the series will be available on its own streaming service, Prime.

What is the series about? There are no details yet regarding the content. However, fans are already speculating about hints that Henry Cavill has dropped. It could be that the series is set during the time of the Great Brother War – 10,000 years before Warhammer 40,000. More about the speculations can be found on MeinMMO.

Cast and crew: Who is in the Warhammer series? It is still unknown who will be in front of the camera. While it is not yet confirmed that Henry Cavill will be seen in one of the lead roles, it is to be expected due to his involvement in the production.

How many seasons will the Warhammer series have? This is also not known yet. Since the first season is currently only in pre-production, there are probably no concrete plans for a continuation yet.

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It may take years before we can see Cavill’s Warhammer series, Games Workshop explains why

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 3 minutes

It has been known for some time that Henry Cavill is working on a series about Warhammer 40,000. Since the end of 2023, it has been known that the series will be produced by Amazon. Now there is new information from Games Workshop on the subject, but it shows: It will likely be a long wait until the release.

On January 13, 2026, Games Workshop released a financial report. They also talked about the upcoming Amazon series that involves Henry Cavill. The report explains that it will likely take a few more years before the series actually appears.

However, it is confirmed that it is still in progress:

Our live-action project is still in development with our partners: Amazon MGM Studios, Henry Cavill, and Vertigo. It is inherent that such projects take several years, and while we wish we could set a release date as we do with our core business, the reality is that, as with any licensing contract, we have no control over delivery.

Games Workshop on the Amazon series for Warhammer 40,000

The report also praises the collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios and Blur for the animated series Secret Level as successful. They are currently meeting with writers to discuss the next steps.

So, until new information on a specific release date for the series is received, it may take some time. According to the report, it depends on how Amazon produces the series and what their strategy will be.

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Warhammer shows in trailer 3 of their latest animation projects for 2026

Something like Warhammer costs a lot of money and time

What does the community say about the information from the financial report? Under a Reddit thread with over 2600 upvotes, the community discusses the report from Games Workshop. Among the over 370 comments, many see the forecast that it may take years as quite realistic.

The user r_lucasite (Source: Reddit) sees the challenges of a live-action adaptation: I think the reality is that this franchise has some rough edges that make a high-budget adaptation a major challenge for decision-makers who have to write the check.

Mum1nul (Source: Reddit) likes that the new report mentions the series, even though we have to wait: Good that they addressed that. Something like Warhammer costs a lot of money and time to adapt and get it right.

Some users under the thread also doubt whether the series will ever appear, especially because a live-action adaptation in the universe is harder than an animated series.

How long can something like this take? Looking at the part about the series in the report, it seems that we are still in the conceptual phase. There is currently no information about filming or casting. So one can assume that it will take several years.

Licensing projects can take a lot of time even in the conceptual phase, as one must plan with the rights holders on how to implement everything. Warhammer is a gigantic universe from which many stories can be drawn.

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But what do you think? Are you looking forward to the series or do you doubt it will be released? Feel free to let us know in the comments. In the meantime, if you want to watch series and projects in the universe, maybe Warhammer+ is for you: Warhammer has its own subscription for exclusive series, costing €6.49 a month – Who is Warhammer+ worthwhile for?

Licensing projects can take a lot of time even in the conceptual phase, as one must plan with the rights holders on how to implement everything. Warhammer is a gigantic universe from which many stories can be drawn.

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But what do you think? Are you looking forward to the series or do you doubt it will be released? Feel free to let us know in the comments. In the meantime, if you want to watch series and projects in the universe, maybe Warhammer+ is for you: Warhammer has its own subscription for exclusive series, costing €6.49 a month – Who is Warhammer+ worthwhile for?

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Is Pokémon GO worth it during the Spotlight Hour on January 20th?

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

There is a new Spotlight Hour in Pokémon GO. Let’s take a look at the contents and bonuses.

When does the Spotlight Hour start? The Spotlight Hour on January 20, 2026, starts at 6:00 PM. It ends after 60 minutes.

Which Pokémon will appear? You will encounter Brimova. It is a Psychic-type Pokémon that evolves into Brimano and Silembrim. Silembrim also has a Gigantamax form.

What bonus is active? You will receive double the amount of Candy for all Pokémon you send to the Professor during this hour.

Can Brimova be Shiny? Yes, Brimova can also be caught as Shiny in Pokémon GO. However, the Shiny rate is not increased during the Spotlight Hour, so you’ll have to hope for a lucky catch.

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Is Brimova worth it in the Spotlight Hour?

How strong is Brimova? Unfortunately, Brimova itself is not particularly strong, and its evolutions are not among the strongest attackers in Pokémon GO. So if you’re only looking for top fighters, this Spotlight Hour is not for you.

Pokémon GO Brimova Spotlight Hour

However, you should keep it in mind to collect Candy for Brimova. Gigantamax Hatterene is quite useful. If you already have one, or catch one in the future, you can improve it with Candy.

Is the bonus worth it? The sending bonus is a good option to gain more Candy for Pokémon you already have and want to improve. For example, if you still have many excess Chimpep from Community Day, this is a good opportunity to gather more Candy for your strong versions.

In Pokémon GO, you can look forward to more events this week. Among other things, your buddy Pokémon will be in the spotlight: In the current event, you can catch two special Shinies and some monsters will be easier to evolve. All the info is here: Buddy Class in Pokémon GO – How to make the most of the event.

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Hytale: Animals – All you need to know about them

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

In Hytale there are many animals you can find, but what are they good for and can you breed or tame them? You will find all of that here in our overview.

Update, February 18, 2026: The article has been updated with the new information from the taming update.

What benefits do animals have in Hytale? In Hytale there are many animals and depending on the biome, the diversity and population changes. In most cases, they won’t harm you, but as adventurers, it might be worth keeping an eye on them. Because they can provide you with decisive advantages:

  • They can serve as a fast means of transportation (horses)
  • They can provide you with food (meat, milk, eggs)
  • They can equip you with resources (leather)

If you have played Minecraft, you will immediately think about taming the animals to then build farms. Since the release of Update 4, this is even possible and we will show you how to do it in the next part.

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Hytale feiert erfolgreichen Early-Access-Release mit 2,8 Millionen Spielern

Breeding and taming animals: Is it possible?

Can you breed animals? Currently, you cannot breed animals yet; however, the feature is planned. Due to the early access release, Hytale has lost many features. The developers are currently focusing on the core game, but future functions, including breeding, are still to come.

So you cannot provide your animal companions with special food to make them breed. However, what you can do is build stalls and store certain species already until the “breeding” update is released. Until then, you will have to be patient.

Can you tame animals? Yes, you can tame animals since the release of Update 4. Here’s how you do it:

  • Approach an animal
  • Press “F” to use the tame button
  • Now look at the speech bubble to find out which food your animal needs
  • Equip the food and press “F” again
  • Your animal has now been tamed

Additionally, you can manipulate smaller creatures with a feed bag.

They usually run away when they see you or a predator. However, with this bag, they stay curious, get hearts above their heads, and do not run away. You can craft the bag at the farmer’s workbench with the following materials:

  • 10 x Wheat
  • 5 x any vegetable
  • 5 x any fruit
  • 10 x Essence of Life

But that is also the only thing they can do. You cannot lure them to mate with it. This feature could also be implemented in a future update.

A bonus we can recommend is when capturing small animals. At your farmer’s workbench, you have the option to build a “Capture Crate”. With it, you can immediately capture small animals when you are near them. You can then release them into your farm and fill your stable.

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Building a farm for animals: How to prevent your creatures from escaping

What should I consider when building a farm? The good thing is: Your animals do not need food or drinking water. Therefore, they will not die if you confine them. When it comes to building, you need to know in advance which creatures you want to house there.

Depending on the size of the animal, you need to adjust the fences and gates accordingly. For small animals like chickens, rabbits, or even pigs, it is sufficient to build the farm only one block high.

Larger animals like horses need a fence that is two blocks high. This way, you can avoid them suddenly jumping out of the stable and escaping from you.

That’s all the information we can provide you with regarding the topic of “animals” for now. These features are planned to be expanded in the future, but until then, you will have to be patient. You can find more about Hytale here: Hytale: 7 tips for beginners that will prepare you for the game

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New thriller on Netflix reaches number 1 in 89 countries, featuring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon as tough cops

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 2 minutes

New movies and series appear regularly on Netflix in various genres. A new thriller featuring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon shows the duo as tough police officers and is a big hit on the streaming platform.

Which movie is it about? On January 16, 2026, the film The Rip premiered on Netflix. It is a new thriller in which Matt Damon and Ben Affleck take the lead roles. In this cop thriller, the two, along with other colleagues, find a large cash haul during a drug operation.

However, this leads to distrust within the group, as this large amount could solve all their personal problems. Additionally, there are external challenges that only increase the pressure on the police officers.

You can watch the trailer here:

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The Rip shows Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in the trailer as tough cops who can’t trust anyone

Cop thriller with 2 top actors

What can one expect from the film? The thriller mainly relies on its two stars: Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, who are also very good friends in real life. Joe Carnahan, who has been directing and writing various cop films since 1995, is at the helm.

The film primarily focuses on the moral question. Who lets themselves be manipulated by money, and who can you actually trust? This creates a pressure that is constantly present throughout the film. Accordingly, The Rip is a serious thriller.

How is the film received? According to flixpatrol.com, the film was ranked #1 on Netflix in 89 countries on January 18, 2026, and in even more countries in the top 10.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the film currently (as of January 19, 2026, 10:30 AM) has a critics’ score of 84% based on 85 reviews. The users are not quite as positive. With over 500 reviews, the user score currently stands at 70%. On IMDb (as of January 19, 2026, 10:30 AM), the film currently has a rating of 6.9 out of 10 stars based on over 32,000 reviews.

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Have you seen the movie already, and how did you like it? Feel free to write it down in the comments. In conjunction with the film, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck also give interviews. In one of them, Damon commented on Netflix productions: Matt Damon explains that Netflix lowers the standards of new series to adapt to the habits of Gen Z and Gen Alpha

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An Italian woman participates in Sauercrowd, directly becoming the largest streamer on German Twitch, quadrupling her viewers

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The German WoW event Sauercrowd gathers a large group of Twitch streamers. An international streamer is also joining: Naguura. MeinMMO introduces the streamer here and shows what makes her special.

Which streamer are we talking about? We are talking about the streamer Naguura, or as she is known by her real name, Caroline Forer. Her main content revolves around gaming, with a focus on World of Warcraft. However, she also tries out other games from time to time, including Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 and Guild Wars 2 in the last 365 days (Source: SullyGnome.com).

In addition to her gaming content, Naguura has also spent a lot of time outdoors, thus in the Twitch category “IRL”; a total of over 611 hours (Source: SullyGnome.com).

Naguura is fluent in three languages: Italian, English, and German. Her content is mainly in English while she lives in Italy. For the German WoW event Sauercrowd, Naguura switched completely to the German language to participate in the event. This gave her a significant boost in numbers on Twitch.

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“Just everything is a big fever dream”

How successful is Naguura thanks to Sauercrowd? World of Warcraft is not a new game for Naguura, as she is one of the true veterans of the game. The Twitch streamer is an ex-professional, as she has been a raider at “World First” level for a long time. She was also a member of the guilds Method and Serenity.

Since Sauercrowd, Naguura has invested over 285 hours in WoW in the last 30 days (Source: SullyGnome.com). According to Streams Charts on X, Naguura is among the top streamers for the first week of January 2026.

This makes her currently the largest streamer in the German area. No wonder Naguura made it to the second place on our list of greatest Twitch streamers for January 2026.

Already in December 2025, Naguura noticed a significant boost in her viewer count, as she posted on X: “Today was just completely crazy, just everything [e] is a big fever dream, no idea what’s going on here hahaha”

Although she streams in German during the Sauercrowd time, she doesn’t leave her English-speaking audience behind: She offers English subtitles for the stream and posts English recaps of the events of the WoW event.

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Overall, Naguura was able to more than double her average viewership in the last 30 days. She achieved an increase of 289.3% in her viewers (Source: SullyGnome.com).

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Naguura is not the only streamer who can celebrate great success thanks to Sauercrowd and many hours in World of Warcraft. The streamer Felikah has performed excellently as a newcomer in WoW and has now reached level 60: Unbeaten Twitch streamer shows Trymacs how it’s done, levels her very first WoW character to level 60 – on Hardcore

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Shooter normally costs 25 € on Steam, is given away, yet players still buy it at full price

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

If Epic Games is known for one thing, it is probably for the free games that are always available. One developer has now stated that more sales are being generated on Steam since his game was given away.

While Steam often discounts thousands of games at once during its big sales, enticing fans to purchase a game or two, Epic Games, on the other hand, is known for its free games that are made available every week to new players.

A developer who has given away his game on Epic Games is CEO Dave Oshry. He owns the title “Blood West,” which was recently available for free on Epic Games, but by giving away his game, he also saw an increase in sales.

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More Sales through Giveaways

Why did he sell more? If a game is available for free somewhere, one would think that it would sell worse overall. After all, who would pay for something that is free? But the opposite has happened with “Blood West”.

While the game was free on the Epic Game Store, sales on Steam surged. The CEO stated on X.com: “Blood West was available for free on EGS during the holidays and sold 200% better than usual on that day XD.”

He further shows a statistic in a reply post indicating that sales rise during the free promotion and then drop again. Several users describe why this is the case on X.com

Who buys a free game? With the free promotion on the Epic Games Store, there is also free advertising for the respective game. Many sites share the offer, and the name circulates more. However, there are also players who apparently do not like the Epic Games Launcher.

As X user @azure1444 explains: “I don’t want to badmouth Epic, but their launcher is absolutely horrible. If it didn’t take years to update a game like Fortnite, even with a good internet connection, I would consider giving it another chance.”

Other players in the comments also explain that they simply cannot stand the Epic Games Launcher and would rather buy the games on Steam than play them for free there.

At the same time, one should not believe that the Epic Games Launcher and its promotions are unpopular. The 200% increase in sales of Blood West is likely easier to achieve for a game from 2023 that normally costs €24.99 on Steam with a player peak of nearly 1,000 players than for an AAA title.

New figures show (via Yahoo) that the platform has grown by 173%, but sales on third-party platforms have only grown by 1.6%. These figures can almost exclusively be attributed to the significant success of the free promotions.

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There is hardly an opponent from Baldur’s Gate 3 that I hate as much as a tree

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 3 minutes

In Baldur’s Gate 3 there are many challenges that players particularly fear due to their difficulty. The community agrees that one opponent is particularly nasty – and that can also be confirmed by MeinMMO editor Caro in every way. Hardly any opponent could make her as angry as a tree.

In the subreddit of Baldur’s Gate 3, I came across an inquiry regarding “that one completely unbalanced side quest that requires a godless skill level and an incredibly specific mechanic.” I could name a lot of situations that could demand a lot from me in the game, like the Githyanki Inquisitor or Raphael. But when I saw which opponent was voted to the top by the community with 3,000 upvotes – those bitter memories came flooding back.

We’re talking about a tree. But not just any tree. The worst tree in the history of trees, in the history of opponents, one of my most hated enemies, with whom I definitely still have an account to settle: 

The game calls him the “shadow-cursed shambling mound,” I call him the personified suffering and end of one of my many attempts for a successful Honour Run.

Shadow-cursed Shambling Mound
Shadow-cursed Shambling Mound (Source: Reddit)

I thought I had processed my bad feelings for this stupid tree. I was mistaken. At least I am not alone with my frustration towards this disaster of an opponent. The community is loud and clear about how much they loathe this tree.

Here you see the animated short film for Patch 8 from Baldur’s Gate 3, whose characters I actually like a lot unlike the tree:

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Der animierte Kurzfilm zu Patch 8, dem letzten Update für Baldur’s Gate 3

The tree doesn’t just fight unexpectedly, but really nasty

You encounter the shambling mound in Act 2 of Baldur’s Gate 3, where it camouflages almost perfectly into its environment, which is as dark and rotten as it is. Only with a perception check with a difficulty of 30 can you become aware of its surprise attack. If not, it and its smaller but equally annoying pests (that’s their real name, and it fits) will attack from ambush. Fthebo calls the creature the “Honour-Mode Jumpscare” on Reddit for good reason.

The battle is not only bad because it is so unexpected. The monsters can quickly lead to a TPK (Total Party Kill), which you wouldn’t have expected from those nasty root creatures.

The tendril pests ensure that your team is quickly restrained without the right preparation or equipment. Once that happens, you will quickly become their playground.

The shadow-cursed shambling mound can devour a character, which instantly kills you if you are already restrained.

And in Honour Mode, the tree really hits hard: 

  • You end your turn 5 meters away from the shambling mound? You are restrained and take 3d10 necrotic damage. 
  • You attack the creature in melee? You might get tangled up. 
  • You use spells? It has a constant advantage on its saving throws. 
  • You want to shroud it in darkness? It can see through magical darkness. 

The only hope in the fight is to create movement freedom through an elixir or spell to avoid getting entangled. Additionally, you need attacks that do not deal cold, fire, necrotic, lightning, or piercing damage; otherwise, you can try for a long time.

Moreover, all abilities and conditions that prevent you from being frightened are useful to save you from a round of tendril beatings.

The community hates this thing just as much as I do

The community on Reddit offers various tips on how to deal with the rotting idiot. And these prove that sometimes it’s better to be clever instead of reckless.

“I would just blow up this entire zone immediately. If this thing didn’t give so much XP, I wouldn’t even touch it,” writes popileviz, and Sneaky_Island also reports: “I intentionally avoided this entire encounter for my Honour Run. It was going too well and I didn’t want to risk it. It was a good decision because that was the run in which I got the golden dice.”

How strong the aversion towards this tree actually is, Mynos summarizes with the following title: “This is the Wulbren Bongle among plants.”

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Similar to the rotting shambling mound, I had another encounter with another creature that my co-op team and I barely managed to survive. Unlike my hated tree, however, the other little creature was able to teach us a valuable lesson – one should not be too greedy in Baldur’s Gate 3: A cursed imp punished my team’s greed for gold in Baldur’s Gate 3 and nearly ended our Honour Run

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Explosion at the office of the developers of GTA 6: What we know

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time < 1 minutes

In the offices of Rockstar North, the team behind GTA 6, there was reportedly an explosion, according to several British media outlets. What exactly happened is not known. There are no reported injuries.

What exactly happened? The English-speaking BBC reports that there was an explosion in the offices of Rockstar North in Edinburgh, Scotland:

  • The Scottish fire brigade was called to the building on Holyrood Road on Monday around 5:00 AM. The emergency services left at 9:21 AM.
  • A spokesperson said the fire brigade was called after an incident on Sunday to address structural damage to the building.

The studio has already been asked by the BBC for a statement, but there has been no comment yet on what exactly happened there.

It is certain so far that there are to be no injuries or fatalities. The exact cause of the incident is also still unclear. It is reported to have been an “explosion in a boiler room,” according to the Scottish Herald.

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Rockstar North is known regionally especially for its work on GTA 6. All important information about the new action game, which is expected to be released in 2026, can be found directly here with us on MeinMMO: GTA 6: Release, Trailer, and Map – The most important info about the action game

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After 2 years, there is finally something better than the best anime of all time: Its 2nd season

Jasmin Beverungen Jasmin Beverungen Reading time 2 minutes

The Winter Season 2026 has begun in the Anime industry, and some major series are back. One of the newcomers even takes the top spot among the greatest animes of all time, surpassing itself.

Which anime is it about? In this season, Frieren kicks off its 2nd season. The anime follows an elven mage who wants to journey to the end of the world, accompanied by several people she wants to get to know better.

Many years ago, she undertook a similar journey and regrets to this day that she didn’t spend more time with her human companions.

How successful is it? On the rating platform MyAnimeList, fans can rate all animes. Shortly after its release, Frieren landed at the top of the list of the best animes, leaving hits like Full Metal Alchemist behind.

Many fans were upset that Frieren did not win the award for the best anime in 2025. The award went to Solo Leveling instead.

However, on MyAnimeList, users still have a clear favorite. There is now an anime that replaces Frieren as the best anime two years after the release of the last episode of Season 1.

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Frieren lands at the top of the best animes but also at 2nd place

What is it all about? On the rating platform, each season is rated separately. Since the 1st episode of Season 2 has now been released, fans could submit their ratings for the episode. Here it shows: With over 330,000 votes, Season 2 of Frieren holds a rating of 9.33 out of 10 stars (as of January 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM).

Since the 1st season is rated with 9.28 stars, it currently sits in 2nd place. A similar picture is also emerging on IMDb. The entire anime is rated 8.9 out of 10 stars. The first episode of Season 2, on the other hand, receives 9.0 points, making it rated better than the entire anime.

However, it must be said that over a million votes were cast for Season 1, while only one episode of Season 2 has been released so far. So it can still change that the placement alters and Season 2 drops in the ranking.

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Why is episode 1 so well received? In the comments, viewers praise the animation quality and how beautiful the storytelling is, especially in the flashbacks. Additionally, Frieren maintains its cozy vibe, and it feels like returning home.

A fan recently attempted to draw Frieren from another perspective. This resulted in a legendary meme that even reached the voice actress: Fans of Frieren witness the birth of a new meme, and even the voice actress joins in

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A component in many cars is so powerful that it can irreparably damage your smartphone’s camera if aimed directly at it

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

Manufacturers are installing LiDAR–systems in their cars, but they can be a danger to smartphone cameras. By the way, the system is harmless to the human eye.

What kind of technology is involved? Several manufacturers, including Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, or Rivian, are using so-called LiDAR systems in their vehicles: Lidar stands for Light Detection and Ranging and is a remote sensing technology that measures distances using laser light and calculates a 3D image of the environment (via IBM.com).

LiDAR uses very short light pulses, often in the infrared range, measures the time of flight of the reflection, and can thus determine very precise distances, shapes, and positions of objects. But this can severely damage your smartphone camera.

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LiDAR technology in cars can harm your phone if you’re not careful

Why is LiDAR a problem for smartphones? A LiDAR system in cars emits very strong, focused infrared laser pulses. If a smartphone camera looks directly into this beam, the light-sensitive pixels of the sensor can be permanently “burned”. This mainly happens during close-up shots when you intentionally zoom in on the lidar module of a vehicle or aim the camera at it for an extended period.

Phone sensors are extremely sensitive and not designed to receive such concentrated laser light over a long period. The damage cannot be corrected, and ultimately, only the replacement of the damaged sensor is possible. In many cases, this is almost equivalent to buying a new phone.

There are plenty of examples of such damage. For instance, a user reported on Reddit about a destroyed camera, and other users have also commented under the post. And on X.com, a user recently posted a video showing the damage to the smartphone camera. This has been reported by, for example, the English-language magazine WCCFTech.com.

Some manufacturers, including Volvo, therefore explicitly warn against holding the smartphone camera directly towards the LiDAR system of a car. This is particularly relevant at large auto shows, where many people take photos of the vehicles with their smartphones.

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Can LiDAR also be dangerous for my eyes? Many current lidar systems in vehicles use wavelengths in the near-infrared, around 1,550 nm, and the power is limited so that the permissible limits for eye safety are not exceeded. Generally, such systems pose no danger to the human eye. However, a certain caution should still be exercised, as it is still technically a laser.

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One of the best open-world shooters is getting an upgrade for PS5 after 13 years

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A 13-year-old open-world shooter remains one of the best of its kind and now receives a free upgrade for PS5.

The game in question is Far Cry 3: The open-world shooter was released in late 2012 and is still considered the peak of the series. On Metacritic, the title currently holds a user score of 8.4 (that is, a rating based on player reviews), placing it ahead of the first Far Cry and all other installments in the series.

It is therefore not surprising that Far Cry 3 is still being played today. If you want to play the shooter on PS5 or PS5 Pro, until now you had to make do with 30 FPS on the powerful console – despite the fact that the game was originally released for PS3 and Xbox 360. 

That is changing now: The Far Cry 3 Classic Edition on PS4 is getting an upgrade for PS5, allowing you to finally play the game – after 13 years – on console with 60 FPS. The upgrade will be available on January 21, 2026, for PS5 and PS5 Pro free for owners of the game.

Here you can see the trailer for the new update:

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Far Cry 3 Classic Edition will soon run at 60 FPS on PS5 and PS5 Pro

What’s included in the update? The Far Cry 3 Classic Edition for PS4 already brought visual improvements, and the new update now provides the capability to play the game on the new PlayStation consoles at 60 FPS. No further improvements have been mentioned.

With a crazy pirate in paradise

What makes Far Cry 3 so special? The game is not only very good for Far Cry standards, but it is also a very good open-world shooter in general. This is not only due to the tropical island setting, which remains beautiful and vibrant to this day, but also because of the story.

The iconic performance of actor Michael Mando as the crazy pirate Vaas Montenegro has left a lasting impression on fans. Even if you have never played Far Cry 3, you may still know his famous monologue about the definition of insanity.

But Vaas is just one of many well-written characters in the game. Our main character is also not a blank slate: His journey from a spoiled rich kid to a survivalist with a penchant for violence makes him a protagonist who is more than just an avatar for the player.

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Far Cry is alongside Assassin’s Creed one of the largest and most well-known franchises of the game developer and publisher Ubisoft. Just a few days ago, it was announced that a lead developer is leaving the company to join the competition. You can read more about it here: The head of The Division leaves Ubisoft to work for the shooter competition

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