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Fnatic Beat Cloud 9 2-0 to Advance to Quarter Finals at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca

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Fnatic beat Cloud 9 2-0 to advance and face Envyus in the quarter finals at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca. Fnatic won Dust 2(Cloud 9’s pick) 16-6 and Overpass(Fnatic’s pick) 16-12 to take the best of three series.

Cloud 9 started off strong taking the first pistol, the only pistol round Fnatic has lost the entire tournament so far, and following 2 rounds. Fnatic went on to even up the rounds and the two teams pushed back and forth fighting to 6-6. Unfortunately for C9, their momentum on Dust 2 would end there as Fnatic went on to win their terrorist side 9-6. and counter terrorist side 16-6.

Map two was Overpass, a map Fnatic was one of the quickest teams to learn and develop strategies on, and Cloud 9 performed better than they did on Dust 2 and considerably better than anyone would have expected following a disappointing first map. The pistol match was electric, as n0thing with 5hp got a triple kill and found himself in a 1v1 with KRIMZ, who was also tagged low. KRIMZ ended up killing n0thing with a burst fire shot from his glock as n0thing pushed A site. Fnatic went on to lose the half 9-6, but battled back with a strong CT side that included an ace by flusha on a Cloud 9 eco.

While the statistics point in favor of the winning team, seang@res should be proud of his performance as a leader and as a fragger considering he out fragged freakazoid, shroud and Skadoodle in the series. Casters commented on him sharing that he’s been practicing his aim and playing more death match to up his game, and it showed. On the opposite end of the spectrum, shroud under-performed on Dust 2 going 7-17 while JW was the only player with a negative kill to death ratio on his team in map one and throughout the series. Fnatic will be looking to JW for more productivity going up against Envy, one of the favorite teams to win the tournament.

For Cloud 9, it’s another disappointing performance. They failed to make it out of groups at every major this year, have suffered numerous recent losses against teams they’re expected to trounce like Team Liquid, the newly formed Conquest, and Luminosity Gaming. They had an impressive summer, which saw wins over teams like Fnatic and Envy, but have failed to reach, even remotely, that form since. It’s difficult to distil something tangible from the notion of, “you should just be doing better,” which seems to be the critics’ message. Hopefully, C9 can go home, take a few days to gather themselves and address whatever issues are facing the team or its players.

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Helldivers 2 Players Face Overwhelming Hordes of Factory Striders

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In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.

There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.

Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.

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Todd Howard affirms that the timeline of the Fallout series is coherent and well-constructed

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The recent release of Amazon’s adaptation of Fallout has ignited a renewed interest in the series and brought attention to the captivating alternate history that forms its foundation. Fans have expressed concern that the TV show’s events might be at odds with the plot of the Obsidian Entertainment video game New Vegas. Warning: Spoilers ahead for New Vegas and Amazon’s show!

Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard and Fallout TV executive producer Jonathan Nolan recently sat down with IGN to discuss the timeline. Howard was taken aback when showrunners Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet presented him with the surprising concept of obliterating Shady Sands, the bustling capital of the New California Republic, in the aftermath of the events in New Vegas. Howard eventually warmed up to the idea: “After discussing it, we realized that this could be a significant story moment that many things hinge upon.”

It seems that they had to make some tough decisions to ensure everything fell into place, but Howard emphasizes the importance of preserving the integrity of the Fallout timeline: “We take great care with the timeline. There seems to be some confusion in certain areas. However, all the events from the previous games, including New Vegas, did occur. We take great caution in that matter. We’re really pushing the limits here, but the explosions occur right after the events of New Vegas.

What are your thoughts on this? Is it up to par? Even though it may not have a significant impact on the overall quality of the games or show, it is comforting to know that those in charge are paying attention. We value your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Evaluating Fallout 76’s Value in 2024

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If you’ve been keeping up with the new Fallout show on Amazon Prime, chances are you’ve been relying on PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium to access and enjoy one of Bethesda’s legendary RPGs. We decided to bypass the highly acclaimed Fallout New Vegas and Fallout 3, opting instead to explore the vast landscapes of West Virginia in Fallout 76. Infamous for its initial reception, Todd Howard’s “Fallout with Friends” has evolved significantly over the past six years. However, does that imply the game is of high quality? Is it worth playing in 2024?

As we ventured out of Vault 76 for the very first time, we were determined to find the answers to those burning questions. Recalling our escapades on the Push Square YouTube channel, we encountered quest-giving NPCs—a feature that was surprisingly absent upon release—awe-inspiring bases built by fellow players—and an abundance of loot that could easily burden us 76 times over.

In the midst of the vast array of open-world online experiences, we found ourselves quite enthralled by the combination of 50s classics playing in the background as we obliterated the heads of ghouls. And to top it off, we were able to enjoy all of this with our friends. Exploring the wasteland in the company of a ragtag band of survivors adds a unique element to Fallout 76, setting it apart from other games in the series. However, does it manage to prevent us from uninstalling and transitioning to one of the mainline entries in the series? To discover more, be sure to watch the complete video!

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