Leon Green

With the announcement that WoW TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 2 will launch on May 14th, players are wondering whether Serpentshrine Cavern and Tempest Keep will be released in their pre-nerf or post-nerf state.

In the recent release date announcement, the official stance did not confirm whether the T5 raids will launch in their pre-nerf or post-nerf state. This likely means they will make a decision after PTR testing concludes. Since PTR for Phase 5 has not yet been announced, let's explore an indicator that reflects player preference for pre-nerf or post-nerf raids - raid participation.

This guide will provide a detailed analysis of whether releasing WoW TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 2 in its pre-nerf or post-nerf state is better, and explain the reasons behind it.

Pre-nerf vs Post-nerf

Let's look at player opinions. Statistics show that since the launch of WoW TBC Classic Anniversary, raids released in their post-nerf state have seen almost weekly increases in participation. However, when challenging raids are released in their pre-nerfed form, there is a significant and sharp drop in player numbers.

WoW series has experienced two major player declines: one occurred during The Burning Crusade Classic (2021), when Serpentshrine Cavern and Tempest Keep were released in their pre-nerfed versions; the second significant drop occurred during Wrath of Lich King Classic, when the extremely difficult raid Uldua0r was released.

This data seems to indicate that when the game content is relatively easy, players are more likely to continue playing, even creating multiple characters to challenge raids. Conversely, when the game becomes too difficult, the opposite is true; guilds often disband, and players leave.

Specific Reasons

Players generally prefer nerfed raids, so why is this? What lies behind it?

Accelerated Timeline

TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2026, with an overall pace far exceeding that of TBC Classic in 2021. Shorter phases mean shorter completion times for each raid, meaning players no longer have the ample time to complete all raid content as they once did.

The nerfed version will allow guilds to truly clear and progress, dedicating more time to character gear upgrades and subsequent challenges, rather than getting stuck for weeks.

Most WoW TBC Classic Anniversary players today are adults with limited time, typically balancing work and family, and only able to participate two nights a week. The nerfed content makes progress more realistic, effectively preventing players from burning out because of excessive time commitment.

Gear Shortage Mitigation

Gear distribution was already extremely tight because of the limited and highly competitive item drops in WoW TBC Classic Anniversary. The pre-nerf version significantly reduced completion speed, causing most players to spend long periods in Phase 1 gear, intensifying the desire for Best-in-Slot (BiS) gear.

The nerfed version will allow players to obtain a variety of rewarding gear more quickly in Phase 2, thus maintaining high player motivation.

Focusing on Fun, Not Frustration

For most players, the enjoyment of clearing dungeons and acquiring gear far outweighs the frustration of being stuck on a boss for weeks and repeatedly wiping. The nerfed content removes many punitive mechanics and cumbersome progression barriers, making the overall game experience more enjoyable and relaxed.

The nerfed version allows players to challenge Lady Vashj and Kael without months of painful grinding, making success more attainable than unattainable. Players generally prefer clearing raids and farming gear to constantly wiping in the adjusted boss fights.

Reduced Mental and Gold Costs

The nerfed bosses no longer require the entire raid to have full world buffs, maxed-out potions, and flawless execution. This significantly reduces in-game costs, drastically lowering the required WoW TBC Classic Anniversary Gold and alleviating the mental strain of preparing for high-difficulty dungeons.

For example, before the nerf, a wipe might have been caused by someone failing to dodge an attack or the tank being instantly killed, leading to blame within the entire raid. After the nerf, the margin for error increased, resulting in a significantly more relaxed raid atmosphere.

Higher Player Retention & Population Health

The reduced difficulty of raid dungeons after the nerf allows more guilds to survive, encourages players to create alts, and maintains a healthy server population. Past data shows that dungeons that were too difficult before the nerf often led to guild disbandment and player attrition.

With the main character no longer a time-consuming burden, players have more time and energy to level alts. After the nerf, a main character might only require 2 nights (6 hours), leaving 6 extra hours for leveling or grinding reputation with alts. More active alts make lower-level areas, heroic dungeons, and even the entire game world bustling with activity.

The overly complex mechanics made it nearly impossible to organize a PUG (PickUp Group) with many unfamiliar members and successfully defeat a boss before the nerf. The nerfed content is easier to learn, allowing players who missed guild activities or couldn't form a fixed raid group to participate in top-tier raids through PUGs.

This concludes our article on whether TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 2 should be nerfed. Most players prefer a reduction in the difficulty of raids, but some may crave more challenging content. We hope the developers can effectively balance the difficulty of raids.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 3 Reloaded is scheduled to launch on April 29th (Eastern Time). This update will bring a brand new zombie map, three multiplayer maps, and four limited-time game modes (including two Warzone modes).

This update is incredibly comprehensive, covering almost every aspect of the game, making it one of the most substantial updates to Black Ops 7 to date. Season 3 will probably end in June, so you'll only have about a month to experience its content.

To ensure a better gaming experience and allow you to fully enjoy all the content of Black Ops 7 Season 3 Reloaded, don't miss this update guide.

Totenreich

Totenreich is a brand new core map added to CoD: Black Ops 7 Zombies mode in Season 3, set against the backdrop of World War II. It's not an ordinary location, but a Norwegian fishing village twisted by Dark Aether, filled with the remnants of Group 935's failed experiments.

The core objective of this map is to survive the zombie horde and uncover the dark secrets of Richtofen and Group 935 in the town. The map elements are also quite oppressive:

• Terrain: The map blends the indoor melee combat of a fishing village with the outdoor snowfield, with rapidly changing light and shadow, requiring constant attention.
• Dynamic Weather: The system will randomly trigger weather events such as blood-red downpours, affecting the types of zombies, requiring adaptability.
• Classic Landmarks: The central lighthouse serving as a navigational landmark and the giant robot wreckage faintly visible in the fog are both homages to the classic CoD: Black Ops 7 map.

New Weapon

Necrofluid Gauntlet is a powerful new weapon added to this map. This jet-black skull gauntlet oozes an unidentified green liquid and is a powerful ancient artifact with life, extremely effective in both melee and ranged attacks.

Armory

• Wild Fire: Wild Fire field unleashes a wave of fire that deals continuous damage and slows zombies while increasing your movement speed. It's a key skill for escaping confined spaces or making rapid relocations.
• M1911 Pistol: The familiar M1911 pistol returns. Upgraded with a Pack-a-Punch, it transforms into a powerful weapon capable of firing rockets.
• Ultra-Rarity Legacy Weapons: This is a new weapon tier, obtainable only from Mystery Chests with an extremely low probability. They possess attributes comparable to Miracle Weapons, a testament to both luck and skill.

New Mechanics

Cursed Mode: In this mode, you can find and use various cursed artifacts to gain powerful abilities, but this leads to more challenging combat, new rules, and higher risks.

Directed Mode: To cater to new players or those who simply want to experience the story, it guides players through the main story and Easter eggs with clear mission objectives.

New Maps

This CoD: Black Ops 7 update adds three new maps: Onsen, Hacienda, and Summit. Hacienda and Summit are returning maps, having appeared in previous versions, and have been reset and reintroduced in this update.

• Onsen: 6v6/2v2, a small map set in a Japanese hot spring, fast-paced, suitable for farming skins or using SMGs/Submachine Guns.
• Summit: 6v6, a medium-sized map.
• Hacienda: 6v6, a medium-sized map.

Limited-Time Modes

Two new limited-time modes have been added to multiplayer: Heat Wave Havoc and Freeze Tag.

Heat Wave Havoc

Heat Wave Havoc is a brawler mode that includes four modes: Team Deathmatch, Kill Confirmation, Domination, and Hardpoint. Its core gameplay revolves around accumulating Heat through team actions to unlock powerful buffs.

Heat has five levels, which can be increased through non-lethal team actions (such as assists and capturing objectives). Each level grants a permanent buff to the entire team; the higher Heat, the stronger the buff.

• Low Heat: Skills recharge faster.
• Medium Heat: Improved movement, aiming, and aerial maneuverability.
• Hot: Faster weapon reload, aiming switch, and switching speed.
• Extra Hot: Automatically reloads equipment after eliminating an enemy.
• Extra Extra Hot: Increased headshot damage and score.

If you want to avoid conflict with real players, you can also enter CoD Black Ops 7 Bot Lobbies, where Heat accumulation mechanism is unaffected, reducing the risk of leveling up and allowing you to farm weapon camouflage.

Freeze Tag

The core of Freeze Tag is to transform traditional kills into freezing. Its gameplay can be divided into two phases:

Phase 1: Being Frozen. When your health reaches zero, your character does not die but becomes an ice sculpture, unable to move.

Phase 2: Rescue and Counterattack Frozen players need to be rescued by teammates who approach and touch them.

Both modes emphasize teamwork and coordination, going beyond simply eliminating enemies.

Freerun

Freerun is a fast-paced parkour race for 10 players; the first to reach the finish line wins. CoD: Black Ops 7 Season 3 Reloaded update also introduced a dedicated map, Ascent, featuring ten distinct areas. A limited-time Freerun Event was also launched alongside the mode, offering rewards such as exclusive weapon camouflage upon completion.

Warzone

Hot Pursuit is a game mode introduced in CoD: Black Ops 7 on Black Ops Royale on Avalon, inspired by the original game's gameplay. Four-player squads can play as police or robbers, engaging in vehicle-based chases. As long as one player survives, the others can be revived.

The other mode, Prop Hunt Royale, is a 24v24 battle on Respawn Island, where two teams take turns playing as Hunters and Props. Props team has 30 seconds to hide, and Hunters must find and destroy all the disguised Props. Props team wins if at least one member survives; otherwise, Hunters win. The first team to win three rounds wins the championship.

The above is the content already announced for CoD: Black Ops 7 Season 3 Reloaded. Mid-season updates usually include new challenges, weapon adjustments, and bug fixes. Hopefully, this guide will help you avoid being overwhelmed by the upcoming update.

The official release date for Helldivers 2: The Exo Experts Warbond has been announced as April 28th.The Exo Experts Warbond is a paid content package focused on exoskeletons.

If you own the base game, you can unlock it for 1,000 Super Credits. Once unlocked, The Exo Experts Warbond will be permanently added to your game account, and you can use Medals to redeem items within the game at any time.

So how do you obtain Super Credits? What exactly does The Exo Experts Warbond include, and what are their uses? Follow this guide to find out.

Super Credits

The Exo Experts Warbond only requires 1,000 Super Credits to unlock, and the best part for players is that Super Credits can be obtained for free in the game.

You can explore the scattered Points of Interest on the Helldivers 2 map, such as Crashing Drop Pods, Shipping Crates, and Bunkers. While searching, look for flashing yellow beams on the horizon; these are reliable indicators of where to find Super Credits.

During this process, selecting Trivial 1 is sufficient. Higher difficulties will introduce items like samples, diluting the drop rate of Super Credits. It's important to note that Helldivers 2 Super Credits you collect will be immediately added to your account; even if you fail the mission or abandon it, the earned currency will not disappear.

Weapons

The Exo Experts Warbond adds five powerful and unique weapons to Helldivers 2, providing an advantage in your missions.

• EXO-51 Lumberer: Equipped with an anti-tank cannon and flamethrower, it's specifically designed to engage heavily armored units and clear swarms of lightly armored enemies. It's a modern reimagining of Lumberer from previous Galactic Wars titles.
• EXO-55 Breakthrough: Featuring a Flak Cannon and Ballistic Shield, it's more defensively oriented, allowing you to advance while taking damage and suppressing enemy fire.
• MGX-42 Stratagem: A machine gun that uses multi-barrel caseless ammunition. Two are provided per supply drop; use them and discard them. Suitable for scenarios requiring rapid battlefield clearing.
• SMG-203 Primary Weapon: A high-rate-of-fire submachine gun, essentially an upgraded version of MP-98 Knight. SMG-203 Primary Weapon trades reduced magazine capacity for greater penetration power, meaning you'll need to reload frequently.
• P-33 Secondary Weapon: A guided pistol with a lock-on function. Official testing indicates it has a 60% hit rate on every target.

Armor Suit

In Helldivers 2, exoskeletons have long suffered from two major problems: excessively long cooldown times and limited effectiveness when surrounded. The Exo Experts Warbond effectively addresses these issues by introducing two highly specialized mechs.

O-2 Heavy Operator: The uniform designated for heavy machinery operators on SuperEarth, resembling an industrial-style hazmat suit. As the legal uniform for SuperEarth citizens operating heavy machinery, O-2 Heavy Operator pairs best with Watchful Compatriot cape.

This cape features a retro print, originally popularized by GW1 cereal merchandise. It serves as a reminder to every citizen that not all machines are twisted mechanical socialists-some are piloted by genuinely kind humans, whose gaze provides reassurance.

O-3 Free Spirit: O-3 Free Spirit armor is equipped with SteerComfort, allowing the wearer to clearly perceive every rise, every bump, and every vibration of the exoskeleton, as if truly becoming one with it.

The accompanying Free Spirited Spangles cape pays homage to those rebellious, solitary pioneers-who faithfully carried out every command with an endearing and dashing demeanor.

In addition, Helldivers 2: The Exo Experts Warbond introduces a passive skill - Oxygenator - that perfectly complements both exoskeletons. This is standard on the new armor, meaning you'll have this passive skill simply by wearing the new armor. Oxygenator slightly boosts your walking, running, and gliding speeds, provided you adhere to Super-Earth's health and safety guidelines.

Other Equipment

Helldivers 2 Items unlockable through medals include titles, emotes, capes, and paint jobs.

Among them, Exosuit Certified title showcases a player's proficiency with their mech; the Thumb of Approval is a victory emote used to celebrate mission completion; Watchful Compatriot cape complements heavy operator armor and features retro Galactic Warfare graphics; while the Free Spirited Spangles cape is paired with O-3 Free Spirit armor, offering a bolder overall design.

Additionally, there's Mobile White series of paint jobs, applicable to mechs, fast reconnaissance vehicles, shuttles, and drop pods. All of these items require medals to unlock.

Acquiring Medals

• Completing Operations/Missions - This is the core way to acquire Medals. Complete main and optional mission objectives and collect Medals on the map during missions. Completing consecutive missions within an operation also grants additional rewards.
• Complete Daily Missions in Personal Order: Helldivers 2, such as killing a certain number of enemies using specific weapons. You‘ll receive a fixed reward of 15 Medals upon completion of each day.
• Complete Major Orders: server-wide, time-limited, large-scale community goals. All participants will receive a large amount of Medals upon completion.
• Explore Points of Interest: Explore the mission map and open special containers such as Crashing Drop Pods and 2-Button Bunkers. These are immediately effective upon pickup and will be retained even if the mission is failed.

Note that each player has a maximum of 250 Medals. Exceeding this limit will result in a reset to 0, so use your Medals as soon as you have enough.

The Exo Experts Warbond can be seen as Helldivers 2's official response to long-standing player requests. If you also rely heavily on exoskeleton armor and sometimes struggle when dealing with automatons and Terminator bosses, then this Warbond is perfect for you and is definitely worth the money.

Hello everyone! EA FC 26 Team of the Season will launch on April 17th, and we believe this new event has reignited everyone's curiosity. If you want to participate, then you should start learning how to prepare for this event now. We'll now explain the preparation strategies for Team of the Season that you'll want to know.

Team of the Season will last approximately seven weeks, selecting the best players from teams around the world, including both men's and women's teams, to create special cards.

The Mechanism You Need to Know before TOTS

TOTS Crafting Upgrade

TOTS crafting is similar to previous crafting upgrades. You need to complete a certain number of designated SBC, and each completion will reward you with a card pack.

Unlike regular crafting, TOTS crafting is league-specific. For example, completing Bundesliga-related SBC will only return packs containing players from Bundesliga and Women's Bundesliga.

Exclusive League SBC

League-specific SBC will be released gradually during TOTS pre-launch period.

The standard 14x83 pack will remain, and a new 10x83 league-specific version will be added, such as a hybrid pack of Premier League and Women's Premier League.

These SBC typically require an 84 or 85 rated squad and one TOTW, making them more expensive than regular SBC. If EA removes TOTW requirement, it might become an 86 rated squad.

EA's Inventory Clearance Trap

Before Team of the Season, EA will release a large number of SBC, including Hero Upgrades, Campaign Picks, and Legend Upgrades, aiming to deplete players' FC 26 coins and fodder. Players are advised to carefully choose which SBC are worthwhile to avoid wasting resources.

TOTS Weekly League Release Schedule

TOTS leagues will be released in batches every Friday. The known release order is as follows:

Week 1, April 17th

• Serie A
• Eredivisie
• MLS
• Rest of Europe

Week 2, April 24th

• Premier League
• EFL Combined
• BWSL
• Bundesliga

Note: The four leagues from Week 1 will be removed from the card pool.

Week 3, May 1st

• Saudi Pro League
• Rest of World
• Frauen Bundesliga
• Ligue 1

Leagues from the previous two weeks will be removed.

Week 4, May 8th

• Super Lig
• NWSL
• Arkema Premiere Ligue
• LaLiga

The final week's Ultimate TOTS will select 2-3 players from each league, assembling the top players from each league to form an ultimate lineup, including mixed lineups from men's, women's, Rest of Europe, and Rest of the World teams. The event ends after one week.

For players, it's best to focus on this schedule now, as this allows you to plan your Fodder usage based on your target league. For example, if you want Premier League TOTS, you should focus on opening packs in the second week; if you want LaLiga, you'll need to wait until mid-May.

Main Upgrade Methods and SBC during TOTS

League-Specific Upgrades

Similar to TOTS, this upgrade system releases standard and premium versions of the corresponding league's upgrade SBC each week.

For example, putting in 11 gold common cards will yield 3 rare gold cards from that league and other common cards.

However, only the top five leagues - Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1 - have independent league promotions. Smaller leagues like Eredivisie and MLS do not have independent promotions; they can only be obtained through mixed packs or crafting.

Guaranteed TOTS Upgrade

A guaranteed SBC for the week's TOTS players is released weekly, similar to Trophy Titan Icons Team 2 upgrade.

For example, Serie A week will have a guaranteed Serie A TOTS SBC, which may require one TOTW or one TOTS player as a prerequisite. Smaller leagues like Eredivisie, MLS, and Rest of Europe will also have their own corresponding guaranteed upgrades.

Additionally, player picks will still be released every Monday, but the content will change to the player pool related to the week's TOTS.

Crafting Upgrade exists throughout TOTS period. Similar to the pre-launch phase, the more times you complete it, the better the packs you get.

How to get TOTS players?

Objectives

Players can earn free TOTS players by completing several weekly objectives. These are typically 2-3 players from four leagues.

Squad Battles

If you prefer online play, Squad Battles are a good way to earn TOTS players. For this Friday's Serie A match, ranking in the top 200 will grant you one or even two Team of the Season players with specific ratings.

In previous years, to get a specific minor league TOTS player, you might need to rank slightly lower.

Rivals

You can also earn TOTS players through Rivals, but the rewards are based on your division. If you're currently stuck in a lower division, consider trying to climb to a higher one.

Weekend League

Weekend League reward system is similar to Rivals. 10 wins or more may reward a guaranteed TOTS player pick, while wins below 10 wins will still include minor league TOTS players.

Best Preparation Strategies at This Stage

If you want to grind efficiently during Team of the Season, you should start doing the following now:

• Maintain your daily upgrade cycle, especially player picks, as they return Silver Packs. Sell the players in Silver Packs directly or Quick Sell them for coins. Coins are crucial during TOTS.
• Start accumulating SBC reward packs such as 2x86 and 14x83. These packs can be completed now but not opened; save them for when TOTS officially launches. Packs with ratings in the 84-87 range can be opened immediately or disposed of.
• Accumulate Gold Rares. Don't spend all your coins, but try to keep enough Gold Rares in your club so you can start a large upgrade cycle as soon as the event begins.

Team of the Season is the most important event of FC 26 throughout the year, with a long duration and rich rewards. Preparing in advance will make your efforts much more efficient!

Blizzard's sudden announcement of anti-boosting measures for WoW TBC Classic Anniversary seems to have deeper implications than simply ending boosting, as they claimed.

These changes have already impacted WoW TBC Classic Anniversary's economy, and players have found ways to circumvent these changes and other profitable avenues.

Let's take a look at the changes brought about by the new measures and how to deal with them.

How will Blizzard end boosting?

The latest announcement reveals that you will not gain experience in dungeons if you do not participate in combat. Furthermore, the drop rate of non-boss enemies is now linked to the number of players involved in the kill. Theoretically, this means that Mages will no longer be able to provide boosting services for other players in Slave Pens or Shadow Labyrinth.

Many players agree with this. However, the impact of these changes goes far beyond weakening Mages boosting. They also have a significant impact on farming Endgame Dungeons, Stratholme, and Scholomance. Some solo players have reported a 15% to 20% reduction in item drop rates.

Blizzard has also adjusted the dungeon item drop mechanics, which will have a real impact on the future of WoW TBC Classic Anniversary.

If there are fewer players in a dungeon, the number of items dropped by monsters will be significantly reduced. This affects all Endgame Dungeons, from Slave Pence to Stratholme, Shadow Labyrinth, and even Scholomance. However, boss drops are unaffected.

The number of gray items and green items sold by vendors in Stratome and Scholomance has been significantly reduced. However, Stratome is already resource poor, and this change will definitely discourage players from going there again.

Therefore, acquiring gear, crafting bind-on-pickup items, and epic flying mounts will now take much longer. Some players may even choose to farm gold instead.

How can players circumvent this?

However, players have cleverly circumvented the new boosting nerfs.

After Boosting nerf was implemented, savvy players immediately began testing the changes. In 2026, many players opted for Boosting services, creating an immense demand that could instantly level you from 58 to 70.

While EXP is only gained through actual kill participation, there are numerous ways to participate in monster kills without generating significant threat or inflicting any actual damage. After all, the developers couldn't allow classes like Healers to miss out on experience. Therefore, Boosting allowed Healers to also count towards monster kills.

Some clever players discovered a new mechanic through Healers: any buff from a non-combat player would pull you into combat. This included Fortitude, Thorns, and most Broken Scrolls.

Players needing Boosting would acquire Scrolls in large quantities, and boosters would provide Scrolls for players to use in monster-farming pools. Then you could switch out of the game, essentially AFK. Thus, the anti-boosting mechanism was broken once again. Meanwhile, the recent Boosting changes also brought other hidden side effects.

Item Prices Rise

The prices of certain items will rise significantly. First, all scrolls. Because of changes to Boosting mechanic, scrolls are the most convenient way to enter combat and gain experience during experience boosts for melee classes and those without buffs or heals. Even level 1 scrolls are very useful, especially Protection and Stamina scrolls. The surge in demand will inevitably lead to price increases.

Rune Cloth, Righteous Orbs, and mid-level enchanting materials around level 50 will also be affected, as Rune Cloth stats will be reduced by 15% to 20%, making soloing rune books less cost-effective.

Because of longer Phase 2 combat times, Dark Runes will be needed extensively. Currently, while these items are extremely cheap, and players can solo dozens in Scholomance, extensive testing has shown a significant decrease in the green items and profits obtainable from Scholomance farming. While this method is still viable, it will certainly discourage players, and during periods of high demand, reduced supply will inevitably lead to price increases.

Deeper Purpose

Some in the community speculate that Blizzard's nerf to Boosting, especially dungeon farming, is aimed at combating bots. The vast majority of bots reside in dungeons, endlessly farming WoW TBC Classic Anniversary Gold day after day. Blizzard is attempting to curb bots' activity by weakening their primary farming method, thus avoiding the need to ban bots.

However, since bots aren't banned, they will seek more profitable farming methods. Currently, the most lucrative farming is Rogue and Druid Stealth farming for Dungeons like Steam Vaults. This yields abundant chests, materials, ores, and monsters, generating approximately 250 gold per hour, easily surpassing the nerfed epic books. Bots will reshape the game landscape. Moreover, the number of players participating in this farming method could increase tenfold.

But beyond economic factors, Blizzard's nerf to dungeons also opens the door to the new WoW TBC Classic Anniversary patch in May. However, I would prefer to see some adjustments made to the game itself, allowing players to gain more benefits through simple activities, such as team dungeons.

In Diablo 4, Grand Ruby first appeared in Vessel of Hatred expansion. It's a powerful ruby ​​that can only be socketed into Socketed Gear. Depending on your class and gear type, Grand Ruby has different effects.

You can remove it intact from your gear and use it with other equipment. For example, you can have it installed at a jeweler on your necklace and rings. Grand Ruby increases the resistance and stat bonuses of these jewels.

So how exactly does Grand Ruby work in Season 12：Season of Slaughter, and how is it obtained? This guide will answer these questions.

Grand Ruby

In Diablo 4, Grand Ruby is the highest quality form of ruby, representing the top-tier gem you can obtain in the current version. It's not a season-exclusive item, so its core attributes and crafting method remain consistent across both Eternal server and seasonal modes.

However, under the new theme mechanics of Season 12-Season of Slaughter, the practical value of this gem has been further amplified, becoming an essential component of many high-difficulty endgame builds.

Attribute Bonuses

Like all rubies, the bonus effects of Diablo 4 Grand Ruby vary depending on the equipment slot. According to the latest Ruby database, its specific bonuses are as follows:

• Weapon Effect: This attribute makes it very suitable for builds that rely on suppressive damage output, such as Hammer of the Ancients Barbarian or Blood Surge Necromancer playstyles.
• Armor Effect: Strength attribute not only increases the skill damage of the corresponding class but also provides additional armor, significantly improving both offense and defense.
• Jewelry Effect: In Sanctuary, a high Fire Resistance is a key survival attribute for dealing with environmental damage in Nightmare Dungeons or Boss fights.

Quality Differences

Different Ruby qualities provide different bonuses to different Diablo 4 Items, increasing with quality:

1. Chipped Ruby: Weapon increase 15% Overpower Damage, Armor increase 25 Strength, Jewelry increase 10% Fire Resistance
2. Ruby: Weapon increase 30% Overpower Damage, Armor increase 50 Strength, Jewelry increase 20% Fire Resistance
3. Flawless Ruby: Weapon increase 45% Overpower Damage, Armor increase 75 Strength, Jewelry increase 30% Fire Resistance
4. Royal Ruby: Weapon increase 60% Overpower Damage, Armor increase 100 Strength, Jewelry increase 40% Fire Resistance
5. Grand Ruby: Weapon increase 90% Overpower Damage, Armor increase 150 Strength, Jewelry increase 60% Fire Resistance

To upgrade Ruby to a higher tier, you need to invest more Ruby Fragments and Gold can simultaneously enhance the effects of your socketed equipment. The highest tier, Grand Ruby, requires an additional 30 Forgotten Souls.

Crafting Method

In Diablo 4, Grand Ruby cannot be obtained directly as a drop. The only way to acquire Grand Ruby is through crafting at the Jeweler in the main city. The process involves two stages:

Collecting Ruby Fragments: This is the basic material for crafting and can be obtained through various means: defeating Elites, unlocking Mystery Chests around the world, or completing Tree of Whispers quests to obtain Whispering Caches.

However, the most efficient way to farm them is currently by participating in Helltide Event in Diablo 4 Season 12: Season of Slaughter. After completing the event, prioritize using Burning Aether to exchange for material chests, which often yield a large amount of Ruby Fragments and other valuable resources needed for crafting.

Crafting Top-Tier Gems: Once your class reaches level 30 and unlocks all Jeweler features, you can directly forge Grand Ruby at Jeweler by consuming 100,000 Ruby Fragments, 30 Forgotten Souls, and a certain amount of Gold.

Note that the official team made balance adjustments to Ruby system in Diablo 4 patch 2.0, changing Ruby's armor effect from a percentage of health to a direct increase in strength; the specific values are marked above.

New Synergy

In Diablo 4 Season 12: Season of Slaughter, the Killstreaks mechanic and the new Bloodied Gear quality were introduced. Within this framework, the core role of Grand Ruby has an unprecedentedly deep synergy with the season theme, specifically in the following two aspects:

Amplifying Season Theme Benefits: Season 12's Killstreaks require players to quickly kill at least 15 enemies in a very short time to trigger and maintain the kill streak count. Killstreaks are divided into five stages; the higher the stage, the greater the bonus experience and seasonal reputation rewards.

Overpower Damage provided by Grand Ruby on weapons and the massive Strength attribute on armor translate directly into a burst of increased burst damage. This is crucial for maintaining a high killstreak in fast-paced combat.

Bloodied Gear affix, introduced in Season 12, is key to boosting character strength. Frenzy Affix on armor provides global buffs such as attack speed, critical strike chance, cooldown reduction, and damage based on the player's killstreak stage.

The massive Strength attribute from Grand Ruby on armor inherently possesses Global Damage Increase trait, which perfectly synergize with Feast Affix effect, significantly increasing damage. This allows the character's strength to grow exponentially with the killstreak level, pushing the thrill of Season of Slaughter to its peak.

Overall, the main functions and acquisition methods of Grand Ruby remain largely unchanged in Diablo 4 Season 12: Season of Slaughter compared to previous seasons. This latest acquisition guide will help you find more Grand Ruby in Season 12.

Flashpoint update for Arc Raiders introduces many new weapons, items, projects, and events. One new project, High-Gain Antenna project, is not only a limited-time event but also a core challenge in the late game. Completing this project yields generous rewards, such as weapons, attachments, and Raider Tokens.

This project has three phases, each requiring specific items. The second and third phases require Assessor Matrix, totaling 24. Assessor Matrix is the most difficult material to obtain and is crucial to completing this project.

Therefore, this guide is designed for players eager to complete this project before the event ends and claim the rewards.

Assessor Matrix

Assessor Matrix is an extremely rare epic crafting material in Arc Raiders. Each piece weighs 0.5 kg and sells for a whopping 5,000 Coins in-game. It is not a weapon or item that can be directly equipped but is a key resource for advancing the core late-game progression.

You'll need to use it to advance High-Gain Antenna project-completing it will permanently upgrade your crafting table, unlocking more advanced equipment crafting capabilities. In addition, Assessor Matrix can be dismantled to produce Advanced ARC Powercells and Advanced Mechanical Components, both essential materials for crafting high-level items.

Therefore, whether for completing time-limited projects or accumulating rare materials, Assessor Matrix is a crucial objective you must strive for in the late game.

High-Gain Antenna Project

High-Gain Antenna project is initiated by two NPCs in Speranza-Celeste and Shani-with the goal of building a powerful, high-gain antenna on the surface. This antenna will not only continuously track the increasing aerial ARC threat but will also collect valuable field data for future Riven Tides expansions.

The project is divided into three phases: Phase 1 is Sturdy Base, Phase 2 is Data Logger, and Phase 3 is Parabolic Dish. The progress in the second and third phases relies heavily on a rare material called Assessor Matrix.

This Assessor Matrix only appears under specific map conditions-Close Scrutiny. You must actively enter this high-risk mode to have a chance to obtain it from ARC Assessors.

Close Scrutiny

Close Scrutiny is also one of the main features of this Flashpoint update. This mode will appear in rotation in Dam Battlegrounds, Space Port, Buried City, and Blue Gate. It lasts approximately 60 minutes, and its core mechanic is high risk, high reward.

Under Close Scrutiny map conditions, three ARC Assessors will appear. They are the core of Close Scrutiny operation, and players need to raid Assessors and loot them. This is because after they land, the resources on the map will decrease and accumulate on Assessors.

Assessors become the top source of loot, and Assessor Matrix is hidden among these loot. If you want Assessor Matrix, you must take the risk.

Attacking Assessor

After landing, Assessors will fire three conspicuous red beams into the sky, their locations easily visible on the minimap. Each Assessor carries a hackable container. Approach one and wait for the platform to unfold, then hold down the hack button to open the container. Loot the container to obtain Assessor Matrix, and possibly other rare Blueprints or items.

However, many threats lurk around Assessors. Vaporizers, another new ARC enemy added in Flashpoint update for Arc Raiders, are flying ARCs that typically appear in groups. Besides Vaporizers and other ARC enemies, be wary of other players posing a threat.

Essential Equipment

To counter Vaporizers and other ARCs, prioritize Arc Raiders Items that effectively penetrate armor and counter aerial units, along with targeted weapons.

The recommended primary weapon is Dolabra energy shotgun. Its electric shock effectively disables flying units like Vaporizers, making it an excellent choice for armor penetration and crowd control.

For the secondary weapon, Canto submachine gun, which uses medium-caliber ammunition, is highly recommended. It can quickly eliminate smaller ARC enemies and is also useful for dealing with potential player-versus-player combat.

Tactically, it is strongly advised to carry both a smoke grenade and a photoelectric cloak. The former creates a visual barrier when dismantling evaluator containers, significantly reducing the risk of being targeted by ARCs; the latter is used for a quick escape from danger after a successful attack, avoiding pursuit.

Additionally, consider carrying a Surge Coil. It creates an electric field on the ground, an effective countermeasure against Shredder ground assaults.

Combat Strategy

During Operation Close Scrutiny, several key points need to be grasped when engaging Assessor.

First, when Assessor's health drops to about a quarter, it's often the golden window for other player squads to launch a surprise attack-at this time, a teammate should occupy a high vantage point or outer perimeter to continuously monitor and mark approaching enemies.

Second, a large number of ARC units will gather around Assessor, including Wasps, Hornets, and the highly threatening Vaporizers; prioritize clearing them out before attempting to destroy the container, especially these flying units that fire high-damage lasers.

Finally, when facing Vaporizer fire, avoid exposing yourself in open areas. Instead, make good use of rooftops, beams, and other vertical structures as cover, avoiding attacks while looking for opportunities to counterattack.

Note that Close Scrutiny event has a limited duration and only activates on the same map; it won't change locations midway. After destroying the container, be sure to loot the supplies immediately and put them in your safe pocket, otherwise the container will fly away when the timer expires.

With this detailed guide, go collect Assessor Matrix and complete High-Gain Antenna project to win your rewards. Remember, High-Gain Antenna project is a limited-time event, so don't miss out!

The popular Flashpoint update went live yesterday, followed by Patch 1.22.0, which includes important updates from maps to ARC. All Raiders, before embarking on your Flashpoint journey, let's take a look at these changes!

Threatening Close Scrutiny

This patch introduces a very challenging map condition for Raiders - Close Scrutiny. It differs significantly from the previous Hurricane map condition.

Under this map condition, weather is not a primary factor. Only Stella Montis will not trigger Close Scrutiny; other maps such as Dam Battlegrounds, Buried City, and Blue Gate can potentially trigger it. This means the threat of ARC will be greater, making survival more difficult for all Raiders.

If you want to continue your exploration, constantly searching for ARC Raiders blueprints and gathering resources amidst powerful threats, then you'll clearly need to bring double the courage and wit.

Increased Loot Value

Players know that valuable loot is generally easier to find at night or in locked rooms. This patch enhances this.

It's certain that loot found in locked rooms will be more valuable, and the specific increase in value will depend on the rarity of the key you use. This indirectly incentivizes Raiders to search for resources and face danger head-on.

For players dedicated to collecting rare items, this is undoubtedly a welcome change. Embark has consistently strived to add freshness to the game and continuously attract players.

Matchmaking Adjustments

Attention players using custom Loadouts! This update is very friendly to you.

The official matchmaking mechanism has undergone significant adjustments, prioritizing players who build their own Loadouts and placing them on new servers. In other words, you'll have more opportunities to find valuable items in the new 30-minute game, instead of potentially ending up in looted areas as before.

This update will probably excite many players, as it aims to provide some financial security. Starting with free kits and having the chance to collect better equipment is certainly a good thing.

However, it's important to note that this doesn't guarantee all players using custom Loadouts will be placed on the new server. The final matchmaking results will be affected by the specific map, game time, and region. The developers will try to monitor the matchmaking mechanism's operation.

UI Changes

Patch 1.22.0 introduces several updates to the crafting system. Now, players no longer need to leave the crafting tab to fulfill missing materials; they can fulfill missing materials simultaneously in the same window. This is undoubtedly more convenient for users and makes the operating system more streamlined.

Furthermore, players can simultaneously refine or purchase materials, making the entire crafting process highly efficient. From another perspective, this UI update improves the smoothness of gameplay, simplifies the preparation process, and allows more time for actual gameplay, preventing menu lag from hindering players' return to the arena.

Team players also received a very useful update: team members can finally check map conditions in Speranza. They can also ping locations to indicate their destination. Additionally, a matchmaking timer is now displayed next to the selected destination at the bottom of the screen.

There are other UI changes, though minor, that you should be aware of as they affect your later gameplay experience.

For example, players can now see stash values ​​on the inventory screen and a detailed bundle list in the purchase preview dialog. Bundle previews can be seen on the customization screen. These are all changes that make gameplay more convenient.

Now, when you ping Barricade, remember that the ping location is displayed next to the crosshair, no longer the offset. Additionally, you can find a wheel icon in the emote tiles section of character customization, which shows which slot each emote is in.

Bug Fixes

Anyway, Patch 1.22.0 still includes a significant number of bug fixes.

Regarding animation effects, the previous Comet head jitter issue has been resolved. The issue of model misalignment after reequipping weapons after breaching a door has also been fixed. Furthermore, the excessive movement of the player's sprinting animation has been optimized.

In terms of audio, players can now confidently engage in close-range voice chat, which will be much more stable than before. There will no longer be wind noise indoors, preventing it from mixing with looting sounds. Both sounds from behind and location effects for other players will be clearer.

Regarding weapon sound effects, the audio for continuous firing will respond faster, meaning you'll have a more synchronized shooting experience when you release the trigger. Bullet Impact indicator also has a new sound effect, providing better feedback on long-range hits.

It's worth mentioning that Patch 1.22.0 has also improved the sound of doors opening and closing, allowing players to hear these sounds from a greater distance. This means players can quickly learn about enemy pillager movements, helping them prepare defenses or attacks in advance.

As for ARC, its target selection is more flexible, and it won't always concentrate its attacks on the first target. Flying ARC like Fireflies will no longer randomly spawn inside walls, nor will they attack players from outside walls or floors.

So, that's the latest patch for ARC Raiders Flashpoint. Get ready for the updated challenges!

Hello, dear players! As you already know, the classic mobile game Monopoly Go has announced a major collaboration with Sanrio. Hello Kitty and a host of classic Sanrio characters have officially joined the game's digital board, bringing a wave of positive energy and friendship-themed rewards to active Monopoly Go players worldwide.

This collaboration, one of Monopoly Go's most anticipated brand collaborations, deeply blends the high-stakes world of property trading with Sanrio's sweet style, incorporating social mechanics, competitive mini-games, and more. Most importantly, for collectors, this new collaboration offers players a wealth of opportunities to collect Monopoly Go stickers.

The event officially begins on March 10th and ends on March 29th. Don't miss this three-week pink dream experience!

Sanrio Joins Posh Pets Season

This collaboration features a host of popular Sanrio characters, including Hello Kitty, as well as Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Keroppi, Pompompurin, Pochacco, Kuromi, and other familiar classics. These characters are seamlessly integrated into the game's visuals and gameplay design, and both the developer and Sanrio have poured their hearts and souls into this collaboration.

Monopoly Go team stated that they invested considerable effort to ensure Sanrio's heartwarming style perfectly complements the social and competitive mechanics of Monopoly Go, meticulously refining every visual detail to capture the optimistic core of Sanrio's characters. Sanrio echoed this sentiment. This collaboration aims to create a new way for fans to connect and interact, fostering a sense of healing and warmth within the game.

Sanrio-themed Mini-Games

This collaboration isn't just a simple visual update; it involves a complete overhaul of several core mini-games around Sanrio theme. These games offer a variety of gameplay options, including cooperative, exploration, and competitive modes, catering to diverse player preferences. All gameplay elements are infused with Sanrio's adorable designs and exclusive features.

Hello Kitty Partners

Focusing on partner collaboration, you can team up with partners to spin a reward wheel to accumulate points. Use these points to collaboratively build Hello Kitty-themed attractions on the game board, unlocking generous collaboration rewards.

Hello Kitty Treasures

A fun dig challenge where the game features custom tools and exclusive scenes inspired by Sanrio merchandise. Dig hidden Sanrio-themed collectibles within these scenes, experiencing the joy of exploration.

Hello Kitty Racers

The core competitive gameplay features a team-based battle mode where you control custom race cars featuring characters like Hello Kitty, Kuromi, and Cinnamoroll. Race on colorful Sanrio-themed tracks by rolling dice–a major highlight of this collaboration.

This is because it allows teams to use vehicles inspired by specific characters like Kuromi and Cinnamoroll for head-to-head battles.

This competitive advantage, combined with Partners event's emphasis on teamwork, ensures players have a reason to log in within two weeks.

Hello Kitty Deluxe Drop

The game's classic and popular gameplay has received a complete Sanrio-themed overhaul. The overall style perfectly matches Sanrio's whimsical and childlike spirit, providing players with a familiar yet fresh gaming experience.

Hello Kitty Themed Stickers

In addition, this collaboration introduces a Hello Kitty and Friends sticker set. The complete set includes 9 uniquely designed collaboration stickers, which players can trade and exchange. Collecting the entire sticker set unlocks a limited-edition collaboration prize.

Therefore, collecting these unique Monopoly Go Stickers becomes the core social gameplay of this event, echoing Sanrio's philosophy of friendship and unity.

Themed Decorations

The game features a full range of Sanrio character-themed items, including character-themed shields, dices, and emojis. You can use these items to customize your character's appearance on the game board, making the game experience even more adorable.

Style Tokens

This is a major new feature of this collaboration. The developer has introduced special game tokens with customizable outfits—Style Tokens. You can freely dress up your game pieces, achieving a level of personalization far beyond what has been done before. This feature perfectly integrates with the currently ongoing Posh Pets Season, further enriching the game's development and customization fun.

The addition of Style Tokens also marks a new upgrade for Monopoly Go in terms of player expression, moving beyond traditional 2D icon designs and giving the pieces a richer visual dimension.

In addition, the game features Sanrio-themed character companions designed specifically for the collaboration. These characters will randomly appear in various corners of the game board, creating an immersive Sanrio gaming world. Whether you're a seasoned Sanrio collector or a casual player, you'll find something to enjoy.

Monopoly Go's collaboration with Sanrio represents a significant breakthrough for the brand, blending the high-stakes world of property trading with Sanrio's sweet and heartwarming style. It also maintains the game's core social attributes: from partner-based mini-games to sticker-exchanging collectibles, all encourage communication and cooperation between players, making the game not just entertainment but also a bond connecting them.

Log in now and join Hello Kitty, Sanrio, and your friends on this adorable adventure filled with friendship and joy on the game board!

Are you hitting a plateau in MLB The Show 26's online hitting mode? Don't know what to do? Don't worry, this guide will provide you with 6 tips for online hitting.

The online hitting experience in MLB 26 differs completely from offline modes. The ball speed in online hitting mode is faster, and opponents' pitching combinations are more sophisticated.

Do you feel powerless, unable to hit any balls after entering the game? This is a particularly common phenomenon for new players, and you're not alone. Don't be discouraged. Many players excel in offline modes but struggle in ranked or events in Diamond Dynasty, suffering defeat after defeat.

So how can we hit more balls? Besides upgrading your player using MLB The Show 26 Stubs, the most important factors are hitting strategy, discipline, and practice. Here are some practical tips to help you improve your online hitting consistency and score more points.

Use Correct Settings

For new players, the first thing to do when you enter MLB 26 is to adjust the game settings. Adjusting the game settings can improve your hitting consistency and reduce errors. You can adjust them according to your own preferences or based on recommendations from the community; find the game settings that suit you best.

First, the hitting interface. Zone is the most commonly used and recommended setting. Next, set PCI sensitivity, which controls PCI movement speed. If you are a beginner, we recommend trying a sensitivity of 65-70% first. Experienced players choose the highest sensitivity for faster reaction times.

Next are Camera Settings. For beginners, Strike Zone and Strike Zone High are the best choices because they provide the highest magnification.

A closer camera allows you to better observe the ball's changes and makes it easier to identify balls that deviate from the strike zone.

Use PCI Placement Before Pitch

Adjusting PCI position before throwing is crucial. Don't place Plate Coverage Indicator in the exact center of the strike zone; instead, place it where you anticipate the ball's trajectory. Many online pitchers tend to throw predictable pitches, such as high inside fastballs or curveballs below the knee.

If your Pitch Indicator is positioned near the top of the strike zone or inside, your thumb needs to move less when the pitcher tries to contest it. This reduces the need for rapid PCI adjustments; you can hit the ball with just fine-tuning.

This technique helps you react and adjust to pitches more quickly, improving your online batting average.

Learn To Recognize Pitch Patterns

Most players rarely pitch completely randomly; they develop their own pitching patterns. For example, some players frequently choose curveballs to gain an early advantage, while others prefer to throw fastballs first.

Don't swing immediately upon seeing a strike. You need to carefully observe your opponents' throwing habits, what pitches they usually throw, and where they tend to throw the ball. Careful observation and understanding of patterns will make hitting much easier, and you can also anticipate their movements.

Afterwards, you can use the game's built-in tools to check for patterns. Pause the game and then perform the following three actions:

Step 1: Go to Stats

Step 2: Select Pitcher Analysis

Step 3: Tab over to Custom Filters

These actions will help you better understand the pitcher's initial pitching positions.

Be Patient At Plate

In MLB The Show 26, patience is crucial, one of the most underrated skills in the game. Don't swing at every good pitch; this often results in weak hits or easy outs.

As a good hitter, you need to force the pitcher into deeper pitches to increase their chances of mis-throwing. So, even if you don't hit early on, it's okay. You can use this time to observe the opposing pitcher's pitching habits, find patterns, and then gradually catch up.

Practice On Higher Difficulties

With the right settings, offline practice can still help improve your online performance. You can practice your hitting on Hall of Fame, Legend, or even G.O.A.T. difficulty levels. First, practice under pressure in a high-difficulty environment. Once you adapt to the high-difficulty mode, returning to normal mode will feel exceptionally easy - this is commonly known as a dimensionality reduction attack.

During your practice, choose pitchers with diverse styles, ideally those with fast, high-speed pitches. Regular practice in this way will allow you to predict the trajectory of different types of pitches, enabling you to hit better later.

Stay Calm After Strikeouts

In MLB 26 games, various unpredictable events can occur. Even the best hitters have experienced strikeouts. Therefore, don't get discouraged when this happens; adjust your mindset immediately. Focus on your hitting timing, observe the pitcher's throws, and wait for your opportunity.

Many players lose because they don't adjust their mindset properly, swing haphazardly, and give the opposing pitcher an opening.

This concludes this guide on online MLB The Show 26. Mastering these methods can help you improve the consistency of your online shots and increase your match score.

As the 22nd installment in Call of Duty series and the 8th in Black Ops sub-series, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has garnered significant attention due to the success of its predecessors. Countless players were eager to see what surprises it would bring, resulting in a surge of players upon release.

As is well known, the ultimate goal of most shooting games is to eliminate opponents and achieve victory, and CoD Black Ops 7 is no exception. However, neglecting operational details can lead to endless defeats.

Many players repeatedly fail in gunfights not because of poor aim, but because of some common mistakes. Next, I will introduce common mistakes in CoD Black Ops 7 and provide improvement methods to significantly increase your win rate and enjoy a better gaming experience.

Mistake 1: ADS Around Corners

Whether adventuring in multiplayer, Zombies, or practicing and refining your skills in CoD Black Ops 7 bot lobbies, efficient movement is crucial. It will determine whether you can dodge enemy attacks or shoot them fast enough.

However, aiming down sights around corners significantly reduces your movement speed, making it impossible to effectively dodge attacks. When facing opposing players, you will be a sitting duck, only able to offer your head for nothing.

In this situation, the enemy is very likely to spot you first, gaining a preemptive advantage and potentially inflicting significant damage, even a one-shot kill.

Therefore, we recommend using some movement techniques in CoD Black Ops 7 to avoid slowing down. Quick movement can help you gain a preemptive advantage, allowing you to seize the initiative in combat.

Mistake 2: Aiming Errors

We've found that many players aim too low during combat. Even if a player quickly spots an enemy and fires, missing a vital point means missing the optimal opportunity.

If you want to achieve the one-shot kill effect of a professional player, you need to ensure your shooting accuracy.

When performing actions, players should make subtle adjustments based on the actual terrain and environment. Always keep the aiming point centered to avoid missing opportunities due to crosshair adjustments.

Mistake 3: Sprinting Into Combat

It's not recommended to sprint recklessly in CoD Black Ops 7. Drawing your weapon and aiming after sprinting takes time, the exact time depending on your weapon and attachments. During this time, if a skilled player aims and fires at you, you're likely to be killed before you can even react.

While sprinting increases players' speed, it's not always effective. You need to use it appropriately to maximize its effect.

Here are some recommended actions you can try. You can test these methods in CoD Black Ops 7 bot lobbies to see which one's help you gain an advantage:

• Observe carefully while sprinting. Constantly analyze the surrounding situation. If there's a possibility of combat, immediately slow down and start walking.
• Raise your weapon immediately after turning a corner. This not only helps you gain a peek advantage but also provides movement acceleration. Even if there are enemies around the corner, you can take cover and then fire.
• Sliding. This technique makes your movements unpredictable, preventing enemy players from accurately shooting.

You can also combine these operations, which will surely bring you an extraordinary gaming experience.

Mistake 4: Incorrect Jump Timing

Random jumps make you an easy target to track, allowing other players to easily pinpoint your location. Furthermore, jumping reduces movement speed and makes shooting unpredictable.

We know that jumping isn't useless, but if you want to achieve ultimate victory, you need to choose the right time in CoD Black Ops 7.

We recommend jumping during combat to confuse your opponents, but this requires precise timing.

You can also combine jumping with sliding for long-range movement. This unpredictable maneuver allows you to launch surprise attacks and quickly eliminate enemies.

Mistake 5: Using The Same Angle To Peek

Peeking can give you an advantage by spotting enemies, but repeatedly using the same angle will only reveal your own location. This predictable movement negates the advantage of peeking.

You can disrupt the enemy's thinking by switching angles or choosing alternative routes, making your actions unpredictable.

Mistake 6: Shooting Too Late

Waiting for the perfect moment and shooting too late is a mistake all players make.

Countless players hesitate whether it's the right time to shoot, or wait for the perfect opportunity to land a shot. But hesitation leads to defeat. Prolonged waiting only causes players to miss kill opportunities, or even die.

Especially for players new to shooting games, if you spot an enemy, shoot immediately once you've aimed. If you're worried about missing an opportunity, you can also shoot immediately after switching to aiming mode.

For experienced players, you can also use some small techniques to help determine whether it's the right time to shoot, depending on your ammo capacity and the enemy's distance. But don't overthink it; trust your instincts.

By understanding and correcting these mistakes, you can achieve ultimate victory in CoD Black Ops 7. Mastering these improvement techniques will make it easier for you to eliminate your opponents and achieve the best gaming experience.

Since its launch, Monopoly Go has been widely praised for its unique gameplay and light social mechanics. It has attracted many players through frequent limited-time events and a collection system.

Recently, Monopoly Go launched a new event: Carnival Games. This event requires players to collect continuously falling tokens on the board. Only by using these tokens can players participate in the guessing games.

Currently, there are three Carnival Games available.

First is Juggle Jam, which is essentially a ball-guessing game. You need to use a hidden line in the game as a clue to guess and find the correct position of each ball. This tests players' logical reasoning abilities.

Then there's Fortune Flip, a divination-style card game. Compared to Juggle Jam, this relies more on luck.

Finally, there's Battleship, the first PvP minigame launched by Monopoly Go. You'll duel against opponents you're matched with, trying to sink as many of their ships as possible.

During the event, you can freely choose to participate in any minigame, all of which will reward you with tickets. You can use these tickets to redeem dice, sticker packs, and in-game money. If you accumulate enough tickets, you can also redeem safes filled with prizes, which can be opened to obtain sticker packs, helping you add to your Monopoly Go stickers collection!

If you want to delve deeper into the game mechanics of Carnival Games, then this guide is a must-read!

How To Participate In Carnival Games?

Players need to accumulate tokens on the board; these tokens are required to participate in the games. If you're struggling to collect more tokens, consider the following:

• Monopoly Go Banner Event: Land on Chance, Tax, and Utility tiles
• Tournament: Land on Railroad tiles
• Daily Quick Wins: Find them in the bottom left corner of the screen. Complete 3 tasks daily for a chance to win tokens
• Daily Free Gift: Available in the daily menu shop. Free Gifts refresh every eight hours, so remember to claim them promptly

Once you've collected enough pink tokens, you can participate in Carnival Games.

Of Carnival Games launched this time, Juggle Jam was included from the beginning of the event, while Fortune Flip and Battleship were introduced later.

Next, I'll explain in detail how to play these three games:

Juggle Jam

This game revolves around puzzle-solving. Players need to place different balls in specific positions to find the correct sequence. Its gameplay is similar to Wordle; correctly guessed balls are saved in their positions, and then you only need to guess the positions of the remaining balls.

The puzzles in this game have no fixed pattern; players can choose the order in which they guess based on their preference. Integrate the information gathered, then choose the next puzzle to guess, continuing until all information is collected.

For example, if we initially determine the correct order of two balls, we then need to place the remaining balls in their respective positions and observe if they are correct. Use the process of elimination to determine the order in which the balls should be placed, and repeat this process using the tokens we have until all tokens are used up.

Fortune Flip

This is a casual divination game. One second the situation might be unfavorable, but the next second it could drastically change, leading to a rich reward.

Before each round, players receive a set of cards.

Each game offers 8 chances, each time allowing players to choose one card from 3-4 cards. Before each round, each card and its effect are shown to the player. After viewing, the cards are shuffled and placed face down.

Each card can bring unexpected effects. Some cards will bring you generous rewards, while others will lower your score, which is something we don't want to see. Therefore, this mini-game is closely related to every choice we make. If you feel lucky, you can give this mini-game a try.

Regardless of which card we choose, the effect of that card will affect our total score.

If you sometimes feel frustrated with the current situation, we can turn the tide by acquiring special cards. These cards might allow you to draw two cards, or they might have buffing effects like clearing all unfavorable cards for a turn.

At the end of each round, our total score is calculated and converted into a corresponding number of Carnival Tickets. We can use these tickets to redeem the rewards we want.

Battleship

This game is Monopoly Go's first PvP mini-game. The gameplay borrows from the classic board game of the same name. The game mainly involves two players competing against each other, with the goal of sinking the opponent's ship.

Battleship requires players to spend at least 10 Carnival Games tokens to unlock. Before each match begins, players need to place four warships, two bombs, and one treasure bottle on a 7x7 grid according to their preference. If you don't want to think about the placement yourself, you can press the random button to let the system place them for you.

After placing the items, click "Play," and the system will randomly match you with an opponent. Once in the match, you'll see a blank grid. You can use cannons to fire shells to attack and reveal any square on the grid; there are 25 shells in total.

Each shell will have a different result. It might hit nothing, it might hit a part of the opponent's warship, and with luck, you might find a treasure bottle, or even hit a bomb!

You need to complete all rounds and fire all your shells within 5 minutes. At the end of the rounds, the player who sinks the most warships wins.

Carnival Games Rewards

Players can earn Carnival Tickets in Carnival Games, which can be redeemed for desired prizes.

Once you accumulate a certain number of Carnival Tickets, you can use them to redeem the rewards you want. For example, sticker packs and chest rewards will refresh after being redeemed.

The above is a detailed introduction to Carnival Games gameplay in Monopoly Go. If you're interested in casual games and want to give it a try, then these are definitely your top choices. We wish you a perfect gaming experience!