YouTuber pours fizzy cola into cooling system, the result surprises – Others fear: “This will destroy the PC”

A DIY enthusiast shows on YouTube what happens when you fill a water cooler with cola. The result surprises him. However, he advises against using it as a coolant for an extended period.

A water cooler can be a good method for properly cooling your computer if installed and used correctly. The circuit is usually filled with water.

But a YouTuber wanted to know what happens when you use a different liquid instead of water. His test with cola turned out surprisingly.

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Cola in a water cooler is not a good idea in the long run

What did the YouTuber do? mryeester is a tinkerer who showcases entertaining experiments related to PC hardware on his YouTube channel. In one of his recent videos, he demonstrates how well cola serves as a liquid in a water cooler.

In a loose test setup, he fills the sweet soda into the circuit of a water cooler. The cola flows through the hoses into the radiator via the expansion tank with the pump, the heatsink on the processor and back into the tank.

During this, mryeester immediately notices the many small bubbles in the water cooler. These are formed when the carbon dioxide in the cola separates back into carbon dioxide (CO2) and water. This always happens when you open a bottle with a carbonated drink, for example.

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Why is this a problem? When you open a bottle with carbonation, the pressure inside the bottle immediately drops. The carbon dioxide separates from the water and escapes as a gas. Due to the low pressure, the solubility of CO2 in water decreases.

Through a hose that is not securely attached to the expansion tank, the pressure in the water cooler circuit gradually decreases, and the gas escapes along with a portion of the liquid at the leak.

After the tinkerer resolved the issue, he could continue his test and wanted to find out what temperatures the processor reaches in his test setup.

How hot does the CPU get? Under normal operation, the processor only reaches 30 degrees. According to the YouTuber, the same value can be achieved with regular mineral water.

If the CPU is put under load, the temperature rises to as much as 74 degrees. For him, this is a respectable result. Unfortunately, he does not specify the model used in his video.

Is cola suitable as a coolant? No, definitely not in the long run. Aside from the initial issues with the leaking liquid, no major problems are to be expected due to the short use.

However, if the cola stays in the water cooler circuit for an extended period, serious damage to the internal components is imminent. The soda is sugary and would settle over time in the hoses and the rest of the system.

Furthermore, the cola can attack mechanical components due to its acidity and make, for example, the pump in the expansion tank unusable. For this reason, only (distilled) water should be used.

pablorosada9788 fears what many people believe in the comments:

If the pump of the water cooler is not destroyed by the acid, the sugar in the cola will crystallize out in nearly every conceivable location in the long run, which can ultimately destroy your PC […]

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With a water cooler, there are several things to consider to avoid damaging your computer. Another user opted not to use an unusual liquid for their water cooling. Instead, he exposed part of his water cooling to freezing temperatures: User hangs water cooler in the icy winter air, hopes for extreme cooling of his PC – Others warn: ‘Not the best idea’

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The big MMORPG before WoW wants an entrance fee of 1,383 euros for an event

Before WoW existed, Everquest dominated the landscape of theme park MMORPGs. Everquest was released in 1999 and is considered the father of MMORPGs alongside Ultima Online. In June 2024, Everquest and Everquest 2 will host an event with an entry fee that will leave people astonished.

What kind of games are these?

  • Everquest and its successor Everquest 2 are classic fantasy MMORPGs with a focus on PvE and group content.
  • Everquest is considered a clear inspiration for World of Warcraft: Many of the key developers of WoW were active players of Everquest.
  • Even though these MMORPGs are somewhat dated today and there is a wait for Everquest 3, they are still played and developed. In December 2023, “Larion’s Song” was released as the 31st expansion pack for Everquest.
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Flippyfest is meant to celebrate the Everquest community

What kind of event is this? The ironic thing is: No one really knows.

The developer of Everquest, Daybreak Studio, has announced a community event for Everquest in June 2024 that can be attended live and digitally. The event is called “Flippyfest”.

It is similar to BlizzCon:

  • Anyone purchasing a digital ticket for $50 to $250 can view the contents and receive mounts, pets, and skins.
  • But there is also an “event for people who want to be on-site.” This will take place at an undisclosed location in San Diego on June 14 and 15. Participation costs $1,499, about €1,383, almost twice as much as for the luxury edition of BlizzCon.

The developers state:

“While the specific panels and activities are still a secret, you can expect this two-day event to be filled with engaging content tailored to the EverQuest® and EverQuest II communities. From deep dives into the game’s history and discussions to plenty of opportunities to interact with the game teams, it will be something every EverQuest®/EverQuest II fan will love. You will also have the chance to collect autographs from the teams to get your favorite souvenirs and loot items!”

How are the reactions to the price? The site massivelyop has summarized some very nice fan reactions. Such as:

  • “Damn, that’s more expensive than Taylor Swift”
  • “For $1500, I’d rather get free Everquest for the rest of my life.”
  • Another user simply concludes: “Oh, just screw off.”

Well then.

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EA FC 24: For only 30,000 coins you get a striker who is unstoppable

Typically, the meta of FC 24 Ultimate Team is dominated by expensive cards. However, there are always players who fly under the radar despite their good stats. We’re showing you a forward who is much better than you think.

This is the situation:

  • The coach of the Finnish FC-24 national team, Jeppe Højfeldt, shared a video on his X account showing how he is currently scoring many goals at the highest level in FC 24 Ultimate Team.
  • At the center of his tactics is a striker who impresses with his physical profile and seems unstoppable due to his stats, playstyles, and height.
  • The player is the Future Stars card of former Bayern professional Joshua Zirkzee, who is now under contract in Serie A with FC Bologna.
  • The special version of the Dutch talent, which is actually a silver card, now has a unique profile due to the upgrade – and this is despite his low cost.
  • Because the 88-rated version of the forward can be purchased for just 33,000 coins on the transfer market, making him a true secret weapon for the Weekend League.

And so you can surprise your opponents in UT Champions with Zirkzee’s Future Star qualities, we will show you what makes him outstanding and how to effectively utilize him.

Secret weapon for the Weekend League: What makes Zirkzee Future Star so strong in Ultimate Team

These are the qualities he brings: The talent clearly excels in the air. With a height of 1.93 m, the young forward has no reason to hide from any defender. Additionally, the Dutchman possesses excellent stats.

99 in heading accuracy, 99 in jumping, and 99 in physical strength make the 22-year-old a true heading monster.

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Along with the Aerial Plus playstyle, which allows the player to jump higher and provides improved physical presence in the air, Zirkzee seems unstoppable.

This is how you must use him: The video shows the simple but effective tactic. Create space on the wing and cross into the penalty area where Zirkzee is already waiting for the high ball.

It’s best to use a formation with only one forward, so the young Dutchman is always alone in the box. Skilled players can also position him even better with the player lock feature.

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The video shows how well Zirkzee fights through and scores from almost any position – regardless of which opponent goes up for the header with him. Even if you cannot include him in your starting lineup, he is also perfect as a substitute.

If you are looking for a player to link with the former Bayern professional, you might consider using the base version of Wesley Sneijder, who has even received another special card as part of the new FC Fantasy promo.

If you want to know who else is in the second team of the event, you can read about it in our overview.

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Steam: The new indie hit is like poker, but much better – Costs only 14€

Balatro is currently a new indie hit on Steam, loved by many players. The game takes poker mechanics and transforms them into a deck-building roguelite. MeinMMO author Nikolas Hernes is also thrilled and just can’t put the game down.

What kind of game is Balatro?

  • You need to reach a certain chip value per round
  • To do this, you have to play poker combinations
  • In each round, you must play higher values, and every third round features a boss that gives you a passive disadvantage
  • You can buy passive abilities in the form of jokers in the shop
  • With booster packs, you can modify your cards or combinations to earn chips more efficiently and effectively

At first glance, the game looks like regular poker, but quickly, a fast and thoughtful gameplay crystallizes. The game has captivated me for days, and I just can’t put it down, even though I’m losing the whole time.

You can watch a trailer for the game here:

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Trailer for the roguelike poker game Balatro by LocalThunk

Balatro is Poker 2.0

I’m not really interested in regular poker. I may have played it once in my life, which is why Balatro didn’t initially catch my attention. But the jokers and other mechanics in the game completely convinced me.

You can acquire jokers in the shop after each round. These passive effects influence your combinations and chip values. There are multiplier values and chip values per hand played. For example, a joker can cause each played 10 to increase the chip value and the multiplier value.

With planets and tarot cards, you additionally influence the standard values of the combinations and the cards themselves. This means that within a run, you’ll need to build a setup that generates chips per hand as efficiently as possible. This is reminiscent of roguelites like Slay the Spire or Monster Train.

I was thrilled by this because you can always look up all combinations and their values, and because of the simple numbers of a poker game, I always keep track. Building a setup is not based on invisible numbers that you have to look up in a wiki. You can understand all synergies, and building a setup follows the motto Easy to Learn, Hard to Master.

This is what Balatro looks like in rounds

Decisions are simple but important

The second point that makes Balatro so fantastic for me is the decisions that you have to make. They are simple but important. In a round, you can play combinations or discard cards to draw new ones. Playing the cards costs Hands. If you run out of them, the round ends, and you lose.

Here you must decide whether to use multiple discards for a really good hand or to discard weaker combinations to at least gain some chips back. You have to keep all jokers and other effects in mind, as well as consider what you might draw when pulling new cards.

The other decision comes after each round. You can skip every round besides boss rounds. You also receive something in return for this. It could be booster packs, guaranteed better jokers in the shop, or a change to the disadvantage in the boss round.

Again, you have to decide whether to skip, as you earn money for the shop after each round. Here, you weigh whether the money and the possible shop are worth more than the advantage of skipping.

These are all decisions that you always make with your own build. I really liked this because you still have to keep track here, and you are encouraged to do so.

However, Balatro is difficult, at least at the beginning. Personally, I have not won a run yet, but I love it anyway. Everything goes quickly. There are no annoying animations or cutscenes; you can go from one run directly to the next.

I also personally notice a distinct learning curve after each run, which is typical for roguelites, and this is enormously motivating. MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus has also written about his fascination for roguelites: I am in love with games that I can only lose

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3 things that Helldivers 2 absolutely needs from Destiny 2

Many players from Destiny 2 are disappearing into the new shooter “Helldivers 2“, and although both games do not share the same genre, Bungie’s loot shooter could adopt some features from its competition to improve.

What is Helldivers 2? For all players who missed the boat: Helldivers 2 is a co-op shooter developed by Sony and Arrowhead Game Studios. You take on the role of a Helldiver. You receive various missions, must travel to diverse planets, uphold democracy, and crush bloodthirsty robots and insects.

The game does not take itself too seriously, so you can blow up your squad consisting of three other Helldivers if you’re not careful where you aim. There are orbital strikes or air support, but those can hit your friends as well. All of this creates a fun atmosphere that keeps players laughing.

Despite the genre differences, we compared both games and present you with three points that Destiny 2 should adopt to improve.

Helldivers 2 will soon provide you with mechs for the fight against the undemocratic monsters:

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Immersion

What is meant by that? Destiny 2 tries to create a sense of immersion with its seasons, cutscenes, and missions, where you should feel that your actions drive the story forward – but that is not the case. Everything in Destiny 2 follows a tightly scripted program, regardless of how well or poorly you play. This is not only poison for immersion, it also feels artificial.

In Helldivers 2, on the other hand, players have all the reins in their hands. If you actively participate and help liberate planets, the combat on the battlefield also changes. Successful operations bring about positive changes in the world. However, if the Helldivers are too lazy and fail to meet their required values in defense and conquests, the map and the threat also change.

If Destiny 2 had a story that changed based on your actions or decisions, its immersion would be better.

Open communication from developers

Bungie communicates with the community, right? Exactly, they do. Every Thursday evening, there’s a huge post full of announcements and future plans that Bungie shares with its fans in the form of TWiDs (This Week in Destiny). And although Bungie “communicates” this way with its fans, it feels much more like a lonely monologue that players listen to.

Many Guardians have been addressing their problems, concerns, and wishes regarding Destiny 2 all over social media for years, and although the statements are clear, Bungie only responds very little or not at all. Rather, they tend to ignore these or address them far too late.

In Helldivers 2, on the other hand, even the head of the studio speaks up and is in constant communication with his community. If there are points that the team can address, they discuss and take action. Whether it was server capacities or the function to kick AFK players. The team behind Helldivers wants to create a game with the community where everyone feels comfortable, and that is what is missing in Destiny 2.

Humor

Where does Destiny 2 lack humor? Actually everywhere. Whether in the story or in the general Guardian daily life. There are simply no funny moments to brighten up the gray life in Destiny 2. Since Cayde died, humor has also suffered considerably in the loot shooter.

It is clear that Destiny 2 cannot adopt the same humor as Helldivers 2; that would be silly, but a few “silly moments” could occur more often.

It might be funny if team killing was active in some modes. That would not only be funny but also realistic – plus, Guardians can already self-revive anyway.

Destiny 2 is currently in a serious situation due to the witness and the fate surrounding light and darkness, but not everything in the loot shooter has to be serious.

Those were our points on the things Bungie could gladly adopt from Helldivers 2 to bring a little variety into the tired bones of Commander Zavala. What do you think of our idea? Do you agree, or do you think Destiny 2 is good as it is? Let us know in the comments!

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Pokémon GO: Here are the new rewards and features in showcases

In Pokémon GO, there are changes to the Showcases. We will explain what these are and what rewards you will receive now.

What are Showcases? Showcases are time-limited competitions in Pokémon GO, where you can compare your Pokémon with those of other trainers. In this case, the strongest Pokémon does not win, but for example, the one with the highest weight. Only certain Pokémon species are unlocked for a Showcase. We have already explained how Showcases work.

Now there will be changes to the Showcases. These will affect, among other things, the participating Pokémon and the rewards you can receive.

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More choices of Pokémon, rewards for medals

What is changing about the Showcases? The first change to the Showcases concerns the Pokémon that are allowed to participate. Previously, only a few species were unlocked for a Showcase, for example, exclusively Pikachu.

Now there will also be Showcases where multiple Pokémon species from a specific category can participate. So you can take part in Showcases where, for example, all Pokémon of a certain type can compete against each other.

Additionally, Showcases will now be displayed in the Nearby menu, where you already have a tab for Pokémon, Raids, and Routes. Friendly trainers who participate in the same Showcase as you will also be highlighted on the Showcase leaderboard.

What new rewards are there? If you win a Showcase, you will receive a medal for it. And for these medals, there are now new rewards in the form of avatar items and a Pokémon. The rewards are as follows:

  • Bronze (10x Showcases won): Professor Pikachu Headband
  • Silver (25x Showcases won): Professor Pikachu Glasses
  • Gold (50x Showcases won): Professor Pikachu Pose
  • Platinum (100x Showcases won): Encounter with a Professor Pikachu

The Professor Pikachu, which you encounter upon receiving the Platinum medal, has previously not been available in Pokémon GO and is currently only available in this way.

What do you think about the changes and new rewards in Showcases? Are you excited about them? Or are Showcases a feature in the game that you do not use at all? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments. If you want to know what to expect in Pokémon GO in the next few weeks, take a look at our overview of events in March 2024 in Pokémon GO.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Players demand an army of fishmen, would be willing to pay ‘foolish sums of money’

In Baldur’s Gate 3 players keep coming up with interesting ideas. Players are asking for an unusual addition: An army of fish people. MyMMO reveals what it’s all about.

Since the release of Baldur’s Gate 3 in August 2023, the community has repeatedly expressed their ideas for the game. One of the newest and perhaps most unusual demands concerns the ability to summon an army of fish people. Yes, you heard that right – fish people.

There’s currently a thread going around on Reddit where players are demanding the introduction of Kuo-Toa as summonable companions or as a playable race from the developers of Baldur’s Gate 3, Larian Studios.

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Players long for an army of fish people

Who are the Kuo-Toa, anyway? Kuo-Toa are essentially humanoid fish creatures found in both D&D and Baldur’s Gate 3. Their origin lies in the deep seas and waters, where they live in hidden cities and cults.

They are considered bizarre and cruel creatures that are extremely cunning. The Kuo-Toa were once slaves of the Mind Flayers but have freed themselves and gained the ability to manifest their gods through their own belief.

What exactly are the players asking for? A player suggests on Reddit that after becoming the Mahkloompah (the new god of the Kuo-Toa), there should be the option to summon an army of these unusual allies for the final battle.

The idea of a fish person army seems to resonate with many players. In the comments on the thread, players express their enthusiasm about the idea of charging into battle with a horde of Kuo-Toa. One player even says they would be willing to pay foolish sums of money to get a Kuo-Toa DLC for Baldur’s Gate 3.

Another interesting aspect mentioned in the thread is the demand for a playable Origin Kuo-Toa. With the Fantastical Multiverse mod, you can at least travel through Faerûn as the fish folk Locathah.

Some players want to have the option to start as a Kuo-Toa. The relationship between a Kuo-Toa character and the other companions in the game could certainly lead to some interesting dialogues and storylines.

Where do I meet the Kuo-Toa? In Baldur’s Gate 3, you can encounter the Kuo-Toa at a hidden spot in the Underdark (X: 75, Y: -240) and become the fish god. They have created their god named BOOOAL, who is actually a redcap. Through the worship of the Kuo-Toa, he has become much stronger.

You can convince the people with skill checks that BOOOAL is not a real god. If you then kill BOOOAL, you can be named a god by the Kuo-Toa.

Note: If you instead offer a sacrifice to BOOOAL, one of your companions will die and remain permanently dead. In return, you will receive a permanent buff, giving you an advantage on attack rolls against bleeding targets.

You can also serve BOOOAL by killing for him. In return, he will give you a sickle that has the same effect as the buff – but is bound to the weapon.

Do you also like the Kuo-Toa this much? What do you think of the ideas? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

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5 Adventure Animes when One Piece is just too long for you

You are eager for really good adventure anime, but One Piece is just too long for you? Then we have a few really strong alternatives for you.

But when it comes to one of the largest and most successful anime, the sheer scale can be daunting. One Piece currently has over 1,000 episodes, which amounts to more than 400 hours. Wanting to experience this story in its entirety is quite an effort – and will likely block out your free time for the next few months.

However, there are other good anime that will satisfy your hunger for adventure – just much more compact with only about 12, 24, or 48 episodes and thus a few hours of runtime that can be “binged” over a few evenings.

We want to introduce you to just such series here.

Vinland Saga

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Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Episodes: 48 (2 seasons)
Stream available on: Crunchyroll, Netflix, Amazon Prime

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The story of Vinland Saga spans many years.

The young Thorfinn has grown up with stories of great seafarers who found the legendary place Vinland. When war breaks out between England and the Danes, Thorfinn finds himself caught in the midst of these battles and is exploited by both sides to further their own plans. He loses much and must sacrifice even more – little remains of the once cheerful boy who is drawn into the horrors of war.

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Who is Vinland Saga worth it for? Vinland Saga is brutal, relentless, thrilling, and at the same time extremely captivating. Thorfinn’s story is likely to stay memorable for everyone.

Vinland Saga manages the balancing act between interesting character moments and action-packed fights that consistently come into focus. Combined with a gripping story and profound characters, Vinland Saga is sure to delight anyone who loves adventure and action. The series is rightly considered one of the best of recent years.

Made in Abyss

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Genre: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
Episodes: 25 (2 seasons)
Stream available on: Amazon Prime (Freevee with ads)

Made in Abyss looks cute – but is ruthless.

In a place in the world, there is a great chasm – the Abyss. Legends and myths surround all the treasures and mysteries that can be found there. Adventurers repeatedly descend to retrieve valuable technology, rare relics, or even entirely new species. But the orphans of these brave adventurers are also deployed – they search the first, still largely harmless levels of the Abyss for useful material. At least until a girl comes into possession of a robot that behaves surprisingly human-like …

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Who is Made in Abyss worth it for? Even though the protagonists of the anime are children, Made in Abyss is definitely not “family entertainment”. In the fantastic world of the great abyss, things are not only exciting but can also be quite brutal. Those who let themselves be lulled by the first few episodes might draw the wrong conclusions – because Made in Abyss quickly increases significantly and satisfies the craving for adventure, even if sometimes you wish you hadn’t climbed into the Abyss at all…

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Fantasy FC Event in EA FC 24: Team 2 is live – All information and players in the overview

In EA FC 24, the Fantasy FC event is now live, previously known as FUT Fantasy. We show you the new special cards and what the event is about.

Update, March 1st at 7:00 PM: The second team of the Fantasy FC event has now been released, replacing the first team. You can see the new special cards here:

These are the new Fantasy FC cards from Team 2:

  • Dembélé (91)
  • Rice (90)
  • Diaz (90)
  • Miedeima (90)
  • Chiesa (89)
  • Stanway (89)
  • Martens (89)
  • Geyse (89)
  • Yan Couto (88)
  • Candreva (88)
  • Maatsen (87)
  • Pasquereau (87)
  • Lees-Melou (86)
  • Marmoush (86)

Additionally, there are also new Hero cards that look extremely strong. Here, Sneijder (92), Lucio (91), or Touré (90) should be desirable.

If you want to know when which cards will receive upgrades, check out our tracker.

At this point, the original article continues with the players from the first Fantasy FC team.

The first team of the Fantasy FC event is now live and brings a whole bunch of new, dynamic cards – including fresh Hero cards. Furthermore, it is now finally known under what criteria the cards will receive upgrades.

Here you can see the new Fantasy FC cards from Team 1 and how the upgrades work.

To receive Inform upgrades, the following criteria must be met in the next 4 league matches.

  • 1 goal or an assist for forwards or midfielders
  • A game without conceding for goalkeepers and defenders
  • 2 victories for the respective team
  • The respective player must play three times for his team
  • The player’s club must score a total of 11 goals

For the new Fantasy Hero cards, different conditions apply for the coveted IF upgrades:

  • The former club of the Hero must win two of the next 4 league matches
  • The former club of the Hero must score 11 goals in the next 4 league matches.

When does Fantasy FC start? A new loading screen in EA FC 24 revealed the start date of the new event. It starts today, February 23rd, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Previously, the event was also hinted at in the new Season Pass.

What is the new event about? More than the start date and the new card design are currently known about the first Fantasy promo in EA FC 24. However, based on previous FUT Fantasy events, Fantasy FC is expected to bring fresh dynamic special cards again this year, which will improve as certain conditions in real football are met.

In FIFA 23, for example, the Fantasy cards received upgrades when the respective player’s team won, forwards contributed to goals, or losses were avoided.

What conditions must be met this time for upgrades and what improvements will actually be made to the new cards is still unknown at this time. We only know that there will be 2 teams again and that new Hero cards will appear alongside the regular special cards.

All leaks and information about Fantasy FC in FC 24

What do the leaks say? EA has not yet officially published the conditions for the upgrades of the new cards. According to a leak from well-known leaker FUT Scoreboard, however, the new cards could receive upgrades for the following conditions:

  • Forwards and midfielders scoring 1 goal or an assist in the next 4 games
  • The club wins 2 of the next 4 championship matches
  • The player participates in 3 of the next 4 championship matches
  • The club scores a total of 11 goals in the next 4 championship matches

However, treat this information with caution, as these are merely unconfirmed leaks.

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Here are the leaks regarding new cards: The well-known FUT leaker FUTSheriff (via X) has again published some early leaks related to Fantasy FC. Here are the cards the leaker expects for the upcoming event:

  • LB: Mendy
  • CB: De Ligt
  • ST: Werner
  • CB: Marquinhos
  • CM: Marchisio (Hero)
  • LB: Lizarazu (Hero)
  • CAM: Costa (Hero)
  • CB: Konaté
  • LW: Grealish
  • ST: Tevez (Hero)
  • ST: Völler (Hero)
  • ST: Lacazette
  • CB: Kompany

Further leaks regarding supposedly new cards are not available yet. But be cautious with the mentioned players as these remain unconfirmed leaks. As soon as we learn more about the event or if more leaks emerge, we will update this post.

Currently, the Future Stars event is still running, and here you can create some really powerful attackers with the evolutions. Here are the best options:

Future Stars in EA FC 24 brings strong evolutions for attacking – Here’s how to get the best out of the new upgrades

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LoL players talk about champions they just can’t win against

In League of Legends, players discuss their personal nemesis champions that they seemingly can never overcome, even in situations where the game is going well for them.

Who doesn’t know this? In League of Legends, there are champions that can frustrate even the most experienced players. It’s frustrating when you should dominate a matchup, the team is well positioned, but you still lose on the lane against a certain champion – the personal nemesis.

In a recently published thread on Reddit, players exchanged their feelings about champions they seem to always lose against, even when the team is performing well.

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Players talk about their personal nemeses against whom they almost always lose

Renekton – Top Lane

The Reddit thread begins with a player named P9Hunnit, who prefers the top lane. He expressed that he feels defeated in lane duels against Renekton regardless of the favorable matchup. Even when Renekton is not that strong, P9Hunnit constantly loses against him. Even if he wins the game in the end, the first 10-15 minutes are pure stress for him.

What makes Renekton strong? He is particularly strong in the early game. His abilities allow him to make aggressive trades and deal damage quickly. This can put significant pressure on you and allow him to gain advantages. Renekton is overall dangerous in one-on-one duels and has a large snowball potential. His mobility through his E Slice and Dice enables him to deal damage quickly and escape.

Nilah – ADC

What are players saying about Nilah? The top comment with 100 upvotes refers to the ADC Nilah. WolfgangTheRevenge writes: I am a jungler, but my second role is ADC and I really have never won against a Nilah.

  • RellenD also writes that he plays ADC himself but does not know what Nilah actually does.
  • Ch0nkyK0ng emphasizes: As a Caitlyn main, I don’t think I’ve ever LOST against a Nilah. But yes, she makes the mid/late game very strange.

What makes Nilah strong? Nilah has an incredibly low pick rate when we talk about ranked games. According to u.gg, her pick rate is only 2.2%. Many players may not know how to play against her because she is not played often. Nilah also gains experience when she last hits minions and can amplify and share the healing and shielding power of allies nearby.

If she gets through the laning phase well, she has good snowball potential. Her W gives her movement speed and allows her to evade incoming attacks (similar to Jax). All allies who are also touched by the veil receive the effect as well. If you use the ability well, it can be very strong. With her ultimate (R), good team CC combos can also be executed.

Vladimir – Top/Mid

What are players saying about Vlad? Vladimir is often mentioned as a personal nemesis as well. Efficent_Key6859 writes that he would always withstand all attacks and rock the teamfight, even if he lost in the laning phase. Some also say they just always ban him.

What makes Vladimir strong? His ability to withstand so many attacks is mainly due to his strong sustain tool – particularly through his passive Bloodsucker and his Q, which allow him to continually regain HP when dealing damage.

Throughout the game, he can deal high single-target damage as well as considerable AOE damage in teamfights with his ultimate and his E. He scales well and becomes a late-game monster. At the same time, he can protect himself from damage with his pool (W) and safely retreat from combat.

What other champions were mentioned? In addition to the three listed champions, other champions were also mentioned that have become personal nemeses for some players, including Zed, K’Sante, Kled, Malzahar, Zyra, Yone, and many more.

Do you have a personal nemesis against whom you feel you never have a chance? And do you have tips for players? Feel free to share them in the comments.

Some players are dissatisfied with Quickplay, the mode that replaced Blind Pick: LoL: Players see no sense behind Quickplay, criticize the mode harshly: ‘Causes the worst games’

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Player wants to travel with his gaming PC: Will his PC survive the trip on the plane?

A user wants to travel to Germany and takes his gaming PC with him. He puts it in a suitcase to ensure it survives the flight. In the meantime, the owner has posted a video where he opens his suitcase with the computer again.

A gamer reports on reddit that he wants to travel to Germany with his gaming PC. He packs his computer in a suitcase and hopes that the PC will survive the long journey by plane.

Did the PC survive the journey? In another post on reddit, the user shows how he opens his suitcase after the trip. Inside, you can see his gaming PC, which has indeed survived the journey without any signs of damage:

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What are the reactions? Generally, many in the community point out that he should have disassembled the PC: Because in the worst case, the graphics card could have bent the PCIe slot or the CPU could have come loose, potentially smashing the glass panel or other components. Many express surprise that everything went well.

Is it even permissible to take a gaming PC on the plane?

Is that even allowed? Whether you can travel with a desktop PC to a country always depends on the airline and the country. As a sample, we checked the USA. Here, the official American “Transport Security Agency” (TSA) states that entering with a desktop PC is allowed (via tsa.gov). According to the website, you can even take your gaming PC as hand luggage, but you need to pay attention to the travel regulations of the respective airline. A mini-ITX system would likely be easier to transport than a large midi tower.

The South African airport company, as a second sample, only indicates that one should minimize their electronic items (via airports.co.za). Computers are not explicitly mentioned here.

What alternatives are there? Instead of taking the gaming PC itself as hand luggage, you could also hand your computer over to a courier service that will bring your computer to the destination for you.

However, this may not be very practical for a short vacation, as transport with such a company can take several days and sometimes even a week. However, if you are planning a longer stay, for example in the USA for studies or work, it might be worth it. Moreover, such transport can become very expensive depending on the value of your computer and the insurance coverage.

Packaging a gaming PC correctly for transport: If you ever plan to travel with your gaming PC or at least move, keep the following tips in mind:

  • You should disassemble very large graphics cards and CPU coolers to prevent them from coming loose or bending PCIe connectors.
  • Before every transport, you should make a backup, so you won’t lose anything. Sensitive hard drives should be removed; SSDs can usually be left in.
  • You can loosely fill large gaps with newspaper. Do not stuff the newspaper in too tightly, or you may damage components with the print.
  • A recommended tip is to use an air-filled garbage bag to fill large interiors. You should cover sharp edges and corners with newspaper beforehand.
  • If you are using a liquid cooling system, drain the liquid beforehand to avoid leakage.

A gamer claims that his gaming PC is worth 4,000 euros. A friend shares pictures of his PC, but many say: This computer is definitely not worth that much. You can find more about this directly on MeinMMO:

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Twitch streamer invites HandOfBlood to play WoW for a good cause – His response excites fans

Currently, the charity event “March with Heart” by the streamer Metashi12 is running again on Twitch. Throughout the month, he is collecting donations for the German Cancer Aid. For 2024, he managed to secure a very special guest star.

What is this good cause? The Twitch streamer Metashi12 organizes the “March with Heart” campaign annually. For one month, the streamer collects donations for the German Cancer Aid. He is supported by guest stars from the German Twitch scene (via betterplace.org).

For this year’s “March with Heart 2024”, Metashi12 wanted to win his Twitch colleague HandOfBlood and quickly wrote an “open letter” on X/Twitter. In a post, he asked HandOfBlood if they could play WoW together for a day as part of the event.

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HandOfBlood: The most important thing about the YouTuber and Twitch streamer in under a minute

March with Heart 4 with many familiar faces from the German Twitch

How did HandOfBlood react? He didn’t hesitate long and announced with a concise “Let’s go” that he would participate. Much to the delight of his fans, who praised the “honorable man” in the comments (via X.com). One user even proclaimed that HandOfBlood and Metashi12 are his absolute dream team (via X).

Shortly after, Metashi12 announced the official line-up for March with Heart 4. In addition to HandOfBlood, well-known names from the German Twitch and YouTube scene such as Unge, Mahluna, Henke, and Sintica will also be involved.

You can see the entire line-up here:

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The downside: At this point, HandOfBlood had no idea what was actually planned (via X). However, it seems that communication between the two has since improved, so nothing stands in the way of a successful event.

On March 23 and 24, there will be a joint stream from HandOfBlood and Metashi12, where they will face a hardcore challenge in World of Warcraft.

Where can you watch the event? The “sellout for a good cause” has been running since March 1, 2024, at 3:00 PM on Metashi12’s Twitch channel. Even before the actual stream started, over 1,100 Euros had already been raised in donations. To participate in the action, you can donate money via betterplace.org.

Beyond the main stream, the guests will also stream on their own channels under the motto March with Heart. For example, Dhalucard is organizing a 24-hour stream, and Henke wants to celebrate his big Twitch comeback. Sintica will also host a DJ session.

For other participants, the program is still a bit more open; they might play Counter-Strike together or do IRL streams.

Metashi12 himself will stream for three days to kick things off, even though he usually takes a break on Fridays. His schedule includes WoW and Elden Ring, and he will donate 5 Euros (2.50 Euros for bosses) for each death in the Soulslike.

So, “March with Heart 4” is on a good path, and with the strong line-up of streamers who will participate throughout the event, much more is sure to come together.

Gronkh shows a donation call on Twitch, raising over 14,000 € in 15 minutes

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Genshin Impact 4.5: Here are the new banners and characters

The special program for version 4.5 in Genshin Impact took place today, on March 1, 2024, as a livestream. Players received information about the upcoming banners and the characters they will be able to draw soon. Additionally, a new banner type was introduced.

Today, on March 1, 2024, there was a major livestream in Genshin Impact showcasing the upcoming game content.

The new version 4.5 is titled “Blades Weaving Betwixt Brocade”. In German, it is “Wirbelnde Klingen im Brokat”. It will be available in Genshin Impact from March 13, 2024.

In the new version 4.5, players can expect:

  • 1 new playable character
  • 3 rerun banners
  • new banner type
  • events
  • system optimizations
  • and more

Here you can see the trailer for the new version 4.5 in Genshin Impact:

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Genshin Impact: Version 4.5 “Blades Weaving Betwixt Brocade”

These are the new banners in version 4.5 with Chiori

Who is the new character? We first encountered Chiori during the film festival in Fontaine. She is a tailor from Inazuma and the owner of the Chioriya boutique in Fontaine. She will be a 5-star character, has the Geo element, and fights with a one-handed sword.

What banners will there be in version 4.5? As usual, the banners will be split into 2 phases.

In the first phase, the banners for these 5-star characters will run:

  • Chiori (Geo and one-handed sword)
  • Arataki Itto (Geo and two-handed sword)

In the second phase, these two special banners will follow:

  • Kaedehara Kazuha (Anemo and one-handed sword)
  • Neuvillette (Hydro and catalyst)

During the livestream, 3 new promo codes were released again – but they are not valid for long:

New banner in Genshin Impact: The Collection Prayer

How does the new banner type work? Version 4.5 introduces a new banner type, the so-called “Collection Prayer”.

Through this, you can secure the characters Albedo, Eula, Mona, Klee, Diluc, and Jean, as well as more than ten different 5-star weapons like Wolf’s Gravestone and Hunter’s Path.

To draw this banner, you use intertwined fate. Just like with the special banners, you are guaranteed a 5-star item after a maximum of 90 prayers.

Here, you can also select a course towards the desired character or weapon. This guarantees that the second character/weapon you draw will be the one you want (provided you didn’t already get your favorite on the first try).

What else will there be in version 4.5? Along with Chiori, a corresponding story quest and a hangout event with Lynette will also be added.

The new update also brings new system optimizations that are meant to help the newcomers among you:

Soon, in the Paimon menu, you will find the “Improvement Guide”, which provides tips and aids for character, weapon, and artifact enhancement based on your player level.

In addition, there will be various events where you can secure Primogems and other rewards.

In the large seasonal event “Alchemical Ascension”, you will help Lisa run a store for alchemical potions. In doing so, you can earn the 4-star polearm “Dialogues of the Desert Wise”, as a reward.

Additionally, there will be new TCG cards, including Neuvillette, Charlotte, and Kirara.

Here you will also find an overview of all promo codes that you can currently redeem.

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Counter-Strike 2: Professionals want to attract more women to the Steam shooter, calling for a change

Valve’s tactical shooter Counter-Strike 2 regularly tops the list of the most played games on Steam. However, a team believes that more women would play the shooter if they were represented in the standard skins and has approached Valve.

What is the accusation? In Counter-Strike 2, the standard skins available to all players are all male. Those who want to play as a woman must pay extra. This encourages sexism and discourages more women from playing the Steam shooter, according to the accusations from the Danish women’s team Astralis.

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Counter-Strike 2: Valve once again impresses with the launch trailer

Female players say they do not feel welcome in CS2

What exactly is the criticism? Counter-Strike player Josefine Jensen published an open letter to Valve on February 28, 2024, on her X/Twitter account. In it, the team complains that skins for female agents must be purchased while the standard skins are all male.

In the letter, the women express how much Counter-Strike means to them. The game is an important part of their lives. However, they feel like “guests.” The lack of free female skins feels unfair, and they do not feel welcome.

The absence of female standard skins promotes the sexism they are already exposed to, say the players. You can find the original post in English here:

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What change do the players demand? The team demands that there should be as many free female agents as male ones from Valve. “Let’s take this crucial step towards diversity and inclusivity together,” calls Astralis.

The last sentence of the letter can be understood as either “Let’s free the female agents” or in the sense of “Let’s make the female agents free.” The letter is signed by the members of the Astralis women’s team for Counter-Strike.

Mixed opinions on social media

How is it being discussed? The letter from Astralis received a rather mixed reaction on social media. Twitch streamer and professional commentator Asmongold stated that it makes sense to provide as many female agents as possible. However, he does not believe that this change would attract more women to the game.

Counter-Strike player dona, on the other hand, expressed less conviction about her teammates’ demand: “I couldn’t care less about female standard skins,” she wrote on X/Twitter. Instead, she believes Valve should address other issues in the game and develop a proper anti-cheat system to attract new players.

Furthermore, dona points out that toxic and sexist behavior from other players is the main reason many women do not play Counter-Strike. She demands that Valve implement a live support system that players can turn to when they experience such behavior.

Many users in the comments are positively or at least neutrally inclined towards the idea: the change would be easy to implement and would have no downsides, so why not? X would hardly be X if there weren’t also numerous comments ridiculing the demand or personally attacking the players.

It remains to be seen whether Valve will respond to the players’ demands. A previous contact attempt by Astralis seems to have gone unanswered.

We have asked Valve for a statement and will add it here as soon as we receive it.

Twitch streamer speaks in voice chat of CS:GO – is kicked immediately when the group realizes she is a woman

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Steam: Frauds sold fake versions of Palworld and Helldivers 2 – Here’s what you need to know

False shop pages for Helldivers 2 and Palworld are increasingly appearing on Steam, using the names of the real developers.

What kind of games are these?

  • Helldivers 2 and Palworld are two successful games released in 2024, impressing with remarkably high player numbers on Steam.
  • Helldivers 2 is an action-packed co-op shooter filled with satirical humor, reaching a peak of 458,709 players on Steam (via SteamDB).
  • Palworld is a survival game where you can catch and breed Pokémon-like monsters to battle and have them work for you. It’s also known as “the Pokémon with guns” and peaked at 2,101,867 concurrent players (via SteamDB).
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Helldivers 2 Announce Trailer PS5 PC

Scammers create fake Steam pages with the names of the developers

What are these fake versions? Both Helldivers 2 and Palworld had fake versions on Steam. The scammers created Steam pages using images, texts, and videos from the original games, even using the names of the respective publishers and developers, and offered their titles at a reduced price.

For example, the Steam page of a game called “Stolen Mushrooms” was renamed to “Palworld” and listed “Pocketpair” as the publisher. The scammers listed the price at $49.99, which was “reduced” to $2.49.

A screenshot of the fake Palworld was shared on Reddit and subsequently reported by players as a scam to Steam. The Steam page for “Stolen Mushrooms” is no longer available, but you can still view the change history of the page on SteamDB.

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Several fake versions of Arrowhead’s co-op shooter “Helldivers 2” also exist on Steam. Here too, the scammers provided the names of the developers and publishers and embellished their fake with content from the real page.

The two fake “Helldivers 2” shop pages still exist, but Steam has already taken a first step and prohibited the sale. We intentionally refrain from spreading links to the fake versions here. However, you can view a screenshot of the “games” on Reddit:

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How to recognize scammers on Steam

Here you can buy the real games: Before we show you what to look out for to distinguish the real games from the scammers’ pages, we provide you with the correct Steam pages. Here you can safely purchase Palworld and Helldivers 2.

What should you look out for to protect yourself from scammers on Steam? Since the scammers forge the names of the publishers and developers, you need to look a little closer at the respective Steam pages. There are a few clues that show you which Steam page is the real one.

For example, look at:

  • The number of user reviews
  • The release date
  • Whether your friends have played the game

A new fake Steam page should have significantly fewer user reviews than the original. For Helldivers 2, there are a total of 159,487, and for Palworld, there are 235,927 (as of March 1, 2024). The fake Steam pages for Helldivers 2 have only 44 and 16 reviews.

Furthermore, the fake versions of Helldivers 2 and Palworld list November 4, 2023, as the release date. However, the real Helldivers 2 was released on February 8, 2024, and the real Palworld on January 19, 2024.

Moreover, only the real game will show you if your friends are playing it on Steam. So if you know someone who is playing Helldivers 2, they should appear there. However, discuss this with your Steam friends if you’re unsure to ensure they haven’t bought the scam.

Other games like Escape from Tarkov are also affected

Even though you currently cannot buy the fake versions of Palworld and Helldivers 2 because Steam has reacted, you should be attentive when purchasing games on Steam at the moment. During our research, we also came across a fake page of the extraction shooter Escape from Tarkov through Reddit.

In the case of Escape from Tarkov, Steam reacted very quickly, but the name of the real developer was also provided on the fake Steam page.

Escape from Tarkov is not available on Steam, but only through the developer studio Battlestate Games’ own launcher: How can I play Escape from Tarkov and where can I buy it?

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Destiny 2 finally gets hoverboards like from Back to the Future after 10 years

10 years after the release of Destiny, a new mode of transportation enters the world of the sci-fi shooter. Starting March 5, 2024, the Guardian Games will begin in Destiny 2. With the event comes the new update 7.3.5, bringing hoverboards that replace the old sparrows. Additionally, the expansion “The Witch Queen” is available through PlayStation Plus.

What’s happening with Destiny 2? Destiny 2 is in a difficult situation:

  • We should actually be playing the new DLC “The Final Shape” , which was supposed to be released on February 27, 2024
  • But in November, Bungie postponed the DLC to June 4
  • Thus, Bungie now has to somehow buy time to prevent an already long break with little content and low player numbers from turning into a complete drought
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Destiny 2: Season of the Wish – Guardian Games All-Stars Trailer

A hoverboard is free in the event, the other in the cash shop

This is what’s being done against the content drought: Bungie is bringing back the event “The Guardian Games” on March 5.

As a highlight, Bungie is introducing a “completely new exotic vehicle category for Destiny”; the skimboard moves into the sparrow slot, allowing you to perform tricks or stylishly hover around.

During the event, everyone can get an “Allstar Vector”. Those who complete the quest “Drop-In” can keep the board forever.

Because Bungie needs to make money, there is a second board available in the Eververse shop.

How long does the event last? The event starts on March 5 at 18:00. It ends on March 26 at 17:59.

What else is relevant? Those using PS5+ can download “Destiny 2: The Witch Queen” starting March 5.

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Does Last Epoch feel too heavy? Then you are surely ignoring stats that are more important than damage

In Last Epoch, you will find dozens of different affixes on your gear. Many of these are useless for your build. However, everyone needs a few specific traits: resistances. Some players even claim they are more important than damage.

What are these stats?

  • Resistances are defensive values in Last Epoch. You typically find them as suffixes on an item.
  • For each type of damage, there is a specific resistance with its own value. In certain cases, resistances are aggregated (for example, elemental, consisting of fire, lightning, and cold).
  • The values form your main defense against most enemies, and from level 30 onwards, you should pay more attention to them.

Here you will find some tips for beginners in Last Epoch – especially if you are coming from Diablo.

This is how resistances work: Resistances reduce the damage you receive from attacks by a percentage value. The effective maximum is 75% – this is referred to as “capped resistances.” Thus, no more than 75% of the damage is blocked.

The uncapped resistances refer to the absolute value, regardless of whether it is above or below 75%.

Last Epoch defensive values
With the hotkey “c,” you can find your character sheet with important values at a glance.

Every enemy, however, does not only deal pure damage with their attacks but also has penetration for their corresponding damage type. This corresponds to the level of the area you are in and is subtracted from your resistance. Simply put:

  • If you have 75% resistance against a damage type and are in a level 75 area, you will receive full damage.
  • If you enter a lower-level area, the enemies have less penetration. You will take less damage.
  • If you enter a higher-level area, the enemies have higher penetration. You will take more damage.

Resistances are an important factor if you want to level up, especially later in the endgame. Unlike in Diablo, where defensive values are primarily relevant for hardcore characters, in Last Epoch, you always need a certain amount of resistances.

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Resistances to the cap – is it worth it?

Generally, it is a good guideline to try to bring each resistance to 75%. You can even increase resistances further. This can be useful when you are fighting against higher-level enemies.

Enemy penetration is only subtracted before you take damage. You can raise your resistances above 75% to counteract the damage taken – however, no more than 75% of the damage will ever be blocked.

In the forums and on other social media, players are already giving advanced tips. For example, it is said: Once you reach a value of 65–70%, it is no longer worth increasing resistances. From then on, it is more sensible to improve other defensive values, such as:

  • other resistances, if not already done
  • armor, which is, however, not as effective against elemental damage (maximum 85%)
  • dodge rating, which lets you completely avoid damage (maximum 85%)
  • pure hit points (health), if you simply feel too squishy
  • shield, which grants you a shield, but is only found on certain items

More experienced players often explain that defensive values are more important for success than offensive values. At high levels or in new areas, it is not so much a problem to deal enough damage. Surviving is more important – then the enemies will fall too.

How exactly the endgame in Last Epoch looks like has been broken down by Pohx: Twitch streamer explains the endgame of Last Epoch in 58 seconds

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EA FC 24: Two important changes make special cards playable again – This is how the upgrades work

The Team of the Week (TOTW) in EA FC 24 comes with two strong new features. The special cards have been receiving not only stronger stat boosts since TOTW 23. Selected players can even look forward to up to two additional golden playstyles.

What is the Team of the Week in EA FC 24? The Team of the Week brings a team of the best performers from the past matchday each week, based on the performances of real football professionals. The players receive one of the well-known black-gold special cards with improved stats, and some even got a new Playstyle+ added so far.

Although the TOTW is one of the oldest institutions in Ultimate Team, it has lost a lot of appreciation in recent years. The TOTW players are mainly only interesting when they are needed for Squad Building Challenges (SBCs). A multitude of better event cards, such as the stars of the FC Fantasy event, have long overtaken the TOTW.

However, this could change now, as EA has revamped the upgrades in several ways. This is best seen in the current TOTW.

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TOTW significantly renewed: more intense boosts and two Playstyle+

That’s why the TOTW could become interesting again: We have noticed that more is being done with the upgrades of the TOTW now.

More intense stat boosts:

EA is not shy to distribute two Inform upgrades at once. This can be seen, for example, in the current TOTW 24 with Milan star Rafael Leão, who should have actually received an upgrade from 86 to 87, but now has even an 88. Even stronger is the upgrade of Juve player Vlahović, who jumps from an 83 directly to an 88.

Twice as many Playstyles+:

In addition, selected players will receive one or two new Playstyle+, depending on whether their base card had a golden playstyle before the upgrade.

This innovation makes several cards much more interesting at once. After 5 months of EA FC 24, one can argue that some playstyles are almost more important than the pure stats of the card, as they significantly enhance shooting, passing, and defending. Some playstyles can even make your players faster.

EA FC 24 TOTW Gosens Playstyles

Thus, the TOTW card of Union Berlin star and national player Robin Gosens, with the golden playstyles “In the Air” and “Block,” suddenly becomes a real defensive powerhouse. In addition, there is also the already strong upgrade of his stats from 79 to 87.

To find out which playstyles are the strongest in EA FC 24, check out the ranking of all playstyles from a professional.

Which players will receive the stronger upgrades? So far, only the two strongest players, as well as the featured TOTW cards (identified by the star above the rating), have received the upgrades with additional Playstyle+.

As the season in EA FC 24 approaches its climax, we can imagine that EA will provide more TOTW players with the revamped upgrades in the coming weeks.

Although we are only in March, a well-known leaker has already revealed what is supposedly the design for the Team of the Season (TOTS), which will be released in May, in cooperation with other insiders. We took this as an opportunity to see which Bundesliga stars could receive a TOTS.

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Genshin Impact: 3 new promo codes give you 300 Primogems – But you have to hurry

Today, on March 1, 2024, the big livestream for the new version 4.5 took place in Genshin Impact. During this, 3 new promo codes (redeem codes) were released, which you can use to secure great rewards in the game.

These are the promo codes from the 4.5 livestream. It’s best to redeem them immediately and get the following free rewards:

  • DAKTDBWTZTYR

For this code, you will receive 100x Original Resin, 10x Mystic Enhancement Ore

  • AT3BDSWTYBKD

For this code, you will receive 100x Original Resin, 5x Hero’s Wit

  • 5TKAUAWAGBJR

For this code, you will receive 100x Original Resin, 50,000 Mora

How long are the codes from the 4.5 livestream valid? You should redeem the codes as quickly as possible because they are only valid for a short time. You can claim the rewards only until March 1, 2024, at 11:00 PM (UTC-5), which corresponds to March 2, 5:00 AM in German time.

Here you can find all the important information about the banners and characters of the upcoming version:

How to secure free rewards with promo codes

What are promo codes in Genshin Impact? With the help of the codes, you can easily receive rewards in the game. Every month, as well as during certain events, new codes are published and valid for a certain period of time.

How do you redeem promo codes in Genshin Impact? You can redeem the codes in two ways:

  • On one hand, you can go directly to the official Genshin Impact website and claim your gifts via the redeem code page.
  • On the other hand, you can also claim the rewards directly in the game by going to Account through Settings and selecting “Redeem Now” for the voucher code.

Here you can find a detailed guide on how to claim your rewards in the game

Which promo codes are currently active? In addition to the three new promo codes from the 4.5 livestream, the following codes are currently active:

  • 8SJSDSX68UF9: 8,888 Mora, 5x Clearwater Jade, 2x Annual Fish, 2x All-Encompassing Joy
  • QOTR3M8X535N: 10,000 Mora, 10x Words of a Traveler, 5x High-Quality Enhancement Ore, 5x Fried Noodles with Fish, 5x Cold Chicken Snacks
  • CIJO8VL7B929: 10,000 Mora, 10x Words of a Traveler, 5x High-Quality Enhancement Ore, 5x Sweet-Glazed Chicken, 5x Cold Chicken Snacks
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In the new film on Netflix, Brad Pitt gets on a train full of professional killers

On Sunday, March 3, Bullet Train premieres on Netflix. MyMMO author Schuhmann says: “This is great popcorn cinema with stars and black humor reminiscent of the 90s. Such movies are hardly found in the Marvel-dominated cinema of 2024.”

This is the initial situation of Bullet Train: The “Bullet Train” is a Japanese high-speed train. In this Bullet Train, professional killer Ladybug (played by Brad Pitt) boards to steal a briefcase.

But he quickly realizes that he is not the only one on the train whose business is killing for money. The ride becomes considerably wilder than expected.

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German trailer for ‘Bullet Train’ with Brad Pitt

A film like from the good old popcorn action cinema days

What makes the movie special: Bullet Train strongly resembles the action cinema of the 90s. Especially the heyday of Nicolas Cage with The Rock, Con Air, and Face Off or the many films with big or small stars following the “Die Hard” formula, which was applied in countless different situations.

The screenwriter comes up with a one-sentence scenario: “An ice hockey stadium, but with killers – An airplane, but with killers – Air Force One, but with killers”, devises a dozen characters and lets them clash while the bad guys chase a McGuffin (often just a lot of money) and the good guys want to save a person important to them.

The characters in Bullet Train initially appear as typical archetypes, but the conflict between them showcases wordplay and situational comedy. The fight and dialogue scenes are absurd and frequently interrupted ironically. However, the film never becomes ridiculous but takes the characters seriously enough that viewers care about them and are interested in whether and how they will die.

Bullet Train is an ideal star vehicle for Brad Pitt, who shines in the lead role – also because he plays against his own film star image. The supporting characters add the necessary spice to the dish.

In Bullet Train, alongside the typical quirky fan favorites, the British killer twins, there are many delightful characters that serve as side dishes, appearing for a few minutes and then disappearing again. A Bullet Train simply has a lot of speed.

How to watch the film: Bullet Train will be available from Sunday, March 3, on Netflix. The film is rated 16 and you can enjoy it in German.

More to check out: If you can only watch one movie this week, it should be Parasite

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