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To provide players with more cost-effective gaming products and services, IGGM platform has officially launched a brand-new points system, designed to let you enjoy a superior shopping experience while spending less!

Below, we break down everything you need to know: how to earn points efficiently, use them for discounts or to redeem exciting rewards, and stack VIP benefits to maximize your savings.

Before Using the Points System - Registration Required

Please note that IGGM's new points system is available only to registered and logged-in users. If you haven't registered or logged in yet, you will need to do so to access Check-in and Points pages.

How to Earn Points?

Accumulating points at IGGM is simple and straightforward, primarily through two channels: daily check-ins and order rewards.

1. Daily Check-in

Simply click the "Check In Today" button on the IGGM Check-in Center page to complete your check-in; once the button changes to "️Checked In (Come back tomorrow)," your points have been successfully credited! Alternatively, you can also check in by clicking the current date on the calendar.

Please note that your check-in time is based on the time zone used when you registered your IGGM account. For example, if you registered your account in PDT (UTC-08:00) time zone, you can only complete the check-in within that time zone on the day in question.

You can view your account registration date on My Profile or Check-in page to ensure you don't miss a check-in!

One-tap check-in (Easter egg)

There's a little Easter egg here! If you forget to check in for the day and land straight on the coupon redemption page, just tap the "little rocket" emoji at the bottom of the list to check in instantly - no need to navigate back to the Check-in Center. You'll still get those incremental rewards for consecutive check-ins.

Please note the visual differences between PC and mobile versions! For PC users, the small rocket only begins to shake and emit flames when you hover your cursor over it; a single click launches the rocket and credits your check-in points. For mobile users, the rocket icon shakes continuously—simply tap it to check in and earn your points instantly!

Other Check-in Entry

In addition, IGGM provides the following access points for quick and convenient daily check-ins:

1. Click "Go Now" on the coupon redemption page to visit the check-in center.

2. Click the coupon section at the bottom of the homepage to access the check-in center.

3. Click the banner at the bottom of any product page on IGGM to access the check-in center.

4. Quickly access the Check-in Center via the My Account → My Orders page.

Incremental Rewards for Consecutive Check-ins

IGGM's check-in system rewards consistency. If you check in without interruption, your daily points will increase over time: 5 points on the first day, 6 points on the second, and 8 points on the third. From the fourth day onwards, as long as you maintain your streak, you will consistently receive the maximum reward of 10 points per day.

Notes: If you check in via the check-in banner on the product page during your shopping journey, you can return to your original page via Back Shopping at the bottom after completing the check-in and triggering the points accumulation. You don't have to worry about your shopping progress being affected!

Reset Upon Interruption

If you miss a day or break your streak for any reason, your progress will reset to zero. Your next check-in will start back at the Day 1 rate of 5 points. Please note that the daily check-in reset is based on the server's time zone; be sure to check in on time to avoid losing progress due to network issues or other interruptions.

2. Points for Orders

Additionally, whenever you make an order on the IGGM platform, the system will award you points based on your subtotal amount.

Point Accrual Rate: $1 = 1 Point

Under standard conditions, every $1 of your actual spending converts directly into 1 point. To simplify calculations for order amounts involving decimals, IGGM rounds to the nearest whole number when determining the points earned. For example, if you pay $17.35, you receive 17 points; if you pay $34.86, you receive 35 points.

To ensure system efficiency for small transactions, the subtotal amount paid for an order must be at least $1 to trigger point accrual; orders under $1 do not generate any points.

Furthermore, points for all orders will be automatically credited to your account by the system only after the order status has officially changed to "Completed"; the number of points corresponds to the amount of the qualifying purchase.

Please note that orders completed without logging into your IGGM account will not be awarded points. Therefore, if you want to earn points to redeem for more offers, register and log into your account now!

New User Perk: 10x Point Rewards

IGGM has a welcome gift for new users! Your first paid order on IGGM automatically qualifies for a generous 10x points reward.

However, if your first order's subtotal is less than $1, you will not receive any points, and your first-order privilege as a new user will be used up. Therefore, IGGM recommends buying higher-value items you need during your first order to make the most of the 10x point reward.

Due to the significant value of this offer, points for the first order will be credited after the order is successfully delivered and passes a security review, provided no refund occurs within 24 hours.

You can view the specific points added upon completion in the My Account → My Orders section of IGGM.com. If you have just completed a payment but do not see the points immediately, please do not worry - simply wait a short while.

Point Value and Validity

Understanding the value of your points helps you make the best use of them. In the IGGM point system, 100 points = $1 (meaning each point is worth approximately $0.01).

Please note that points are not valid indefinitely; each point expires 90 days from the date it was earned. IGGM employs a user-friendly rolling expiration policy: points earned on Day 1 will expire at the end of Day 91. The specific calculation time for rolling expiration depends on the time zone of your account's IP address.

You can check for notifications regarding points nearing expiration on the "My Points" page of your account at any time to ensure you don't miss out on benefits.

Multiple Ways to Use Points: Direct Cash Deduction and Coupon Exchange

When buying items on IGGM, you can choose to use your accumulated points to directly offset the cash cost of your order or exchange them for significant discounts at IGGM Coupon Redemption Center. The choice is entirely yours!

Option A: Direct Cash Deduction at Checkout

On the checkout page, you can use the points in your account balance to reduce the cost of your current order. The proportion of the order total that can be offset by points is directly linked to your order subtotal.

Please refer to the table below for specific deduction ratios based on order subtotal ranges:

Important notes on using points for cash deductions:

1. Points are awarded only for successfully completed orders; orders that are voluntarily cancelled, flagged for suspected fraud, or fully refunded are not eligible for points;
2. Points for your first order are not credited immediately; they will be issued within 24 hours after successful delivery, provided no refund has occurred;
3. If an order involving points undergoes a partial refund, the system will deduct the corresponding points (rounded based on the refund amount) and return any points that were consumed. Returned Consumed Points = Consumed Points × (Refund Amount / Subtotal Amount);
4. Points can be used in conjunction with VIP discounts;
5. Cannot be used in conjunction with discount codes or cash coupons;
6. Cannot be exchanged for cash;
7. Cannot be withdrawn as cash;
8. Cannot be transferred between accounts;
9. IGGM.com reserves the right of final interpretation for all points-related policies.

Option B: Redeem Discount Codes or Cash Coupons

You can also visit the points redemption page to exchange points (in tiers ranging from 100 to 500 points) for discount codes (various rates) or cash coupons (subject to minimum order requirements). For example, the $10 cash coupon can only be used if your order's subtotal amount is $95 or more. If your subtotal is less than $95, the coupon will not automatically appear at checkout.

By the way, if you forget to check in for the day, the little rocket emoji on this coupon page is your quick way to do so! With a simple tap, a shake of the little rocket, and your points are in the bag!

All discount codes and cash coupons are limited to 30 per week, first come, first served! All redeemable rewards reset every Friday at 4:00 PM (UTC+8)/1:00 AM PDT.

Different colors clearly indicate the current stock status: green for 21-30 remaining, orange for 11-20, and red for 1-10. When stock reaches zero, it will display "Out of stock." But don't worry, all redeemable prize inventory resets every Friday at 4:00 PM (UTC+8). Let's do it earlier next time!

While coupons are great, please keep in mind that all discount codes or cash coupons are valid for only 3 days. Redeem them carefully and ensure the items you wish to buy are in stock to avoid wasting your points.

Additionally, please note that all redeemed and used discount codes, cash coupons, and free orders are non-refundable, non-exchangeable, and non-restoreable. Therefore, please carefully check the items you wish to buy before using your coupons to avoid losing them due to subsequent refunds or other changes!

You can view your coupons and their current expiration status on the My Account → My Coupons page.

Note: You can now quickly access the coupon redemption page not only through REDEEM button in the product page navigation bar, but also through "Coupon Center" at the bottom of IGGM homepage. We recommend bookmarking this page for convenient future check-ins and redemptions - saving you time and effort.

Notes on Points Redemption Coupons:

1. Only registered IGGM users are eligible to participate in points redemption.
2. Each reward is limited to the first 30 users per week on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. All discount codes, cash coupons and special items are subject to verification upon redemption.
4. Redeemed discount codes/cash coupons are valid for 3 days from the time of claim.
5. Only one discount code/cash coupon can be used per order. They cannot be combined with VIP discounts or points deductions.
6. Discount codes/cash coupons are not valid for gift cards and top-up services.
7. Redeemed discount codes, cash coupons, and free orders cannot be returned, exchanged, or restored once claimed or used.
8. Each account is limited to one redemption per special item per day.
9. Points required for special items are subject to change based on market price fluctuations.
10. IGGM.com reserves the right of final interpretation.

Option C: Direct Exchange for In-Game Currency/Items

In addition to coupons, IGGM will also add special points redemption options to the redemption page from time to time, allowing you to directly redeem specific in-game items with points, such as Monopoly GO cards, Diablo 4 materials, or POE 1/2 currency.

However, please note that each special item is limited to one redemption per account per day. Please choose carefully.

Note: Due to varying demand for special items and market price fluctuations, the number of points required to redeem these items may also change. Please monitor IGGM regularly to take advantage of low-point redemption opportunities.

Once you meet the points requirements and click to redeem, a pop-up window will prompt you to enter the necessary delivery details for the game. After accurately filling in the information and completing the verification, the system will automatically generate a free order and display it in Coupon Order list; you just need to wait for it to be delivered safely. More point redemption features and options are coming soon - stay tuned!

If you encounter errors during the redemption verification process, please check your network connection and try again using a reliable VPN.

Furthermore, given the nature of virtual items, returns or exchanges are not possible once an order begins processing; however, if delivery fails due to issues on the IGGM platform, the points used will be fully refunded.

VIP Ranks & Benefits

For VIP members, IGGM offers tiered discounts to all users based on accumulated spending. Once your cumulative spending hits a specific threshold, you automatically unlock a permanent VIP discount:

VIP 1: Your Spending (<$1,000), Get a 1% discount.

VIP 2: Your Spending (≥ $1,000 and < $3,000) , Get a 2% discount.

VIP 3: Your Spending (≥ $3,000 and < $6,000), Get a 3% discount.

VIP 4: Your Spending (≥ $6,000 and < $10,000), Get a 4% discount.

VIP 5: Your Spending (≥$10,000), Get a 5% discount.

Discount Stacking Rules:

• VIP Discounts CAN be combined with Points Deductions.
• VIP Discounts CANNOT be stacked with Discount Codes or Cash Coupons.

At checkout, you may apply either:

• Option A: Discount Code or Cash Coupon (Alone)
• Option B: VIP Discount + Points Deduction (Note: Discount Codes and Cash Coupons are not valid for Gift Cards or Top-up services.)

Stacking Discounts and Maximizing Savings

How can you get the most savings when checking out? IGGM has designed a smart checkout system based on our VIP ranks and point-redemption rules.

At IGGM, VIP discounts stack perfectly with direct point deductions. However, please note that redeemed discount codes or cash coupons cannot be combined with VIP discounts or point deductions. Additionally, only one coupons may be used per order.

At checkout, the system automatically compares the final costs of "Option 1 (VIP Benefits + Direct Point Deduction)" and "Option 2 (Single Discount Codes or Cash Coupons)" to select the most cost-effective choice for you, saving you the trouble of manual calculations. Which option offers the best deal will be displayed next to that option (Best Value). Of course, if you have your own preferences regarding coupon and point usage, you are free to select your preferred discount method.

Refunds and Point Returns

IGGM's refund policy allows you to request a refund at any time prior to the completion of delivery. However, we have specific rules regarding the refund and rebate of your points in this situation:

Situation 1: Full Refund

If you cancel your order for personal reasons, orders suspected of fraud or requiring a full refund will not be awarded points; furthermore, points already used in such orders will not be refunded.

However, if a full refund is issued due to reasons attributable to IGGM, the points consumed for the order will be fully refunded to your account.

Situation 2: Partial Refund

If an order involving awarded points undergoes a partial refund due to special circumstances, the system will refund a portion of the consumed points on a pro-rata basis relative to the refund amount. Naturally, the points rebate you would have originally received upon order completion will also be adjusted; the corresponding points will be deducted based on the refund amount, with the figure rounded to the nearest whole number.

Here is the formula for calculating point returns during a refund:

• Returned Consumed Points = Consumed Points × (Refund Amount / Subtotal Amount)
• Deducted Earned Points = Subtotal Amount - Refund Amount (rounded to the nearest whole number)

The all-new IGGM member point system is designed to offer you more viable discount options for your long-term gaming purchases. Every point accumulated is a sincere token of our appreciation for your support.

Log in to your IGGM account now, visit the Check-in Center to start accumulating points, and experience a smarter, more rewarding checkout process like never before!

Frequently Asked Questions about IGGM Points System

Q1: Can I transfer my VIP 5 perks from my old account to a newly created account and start accumulating check-in points there?

A: No. To ensure account security and platform fairness, VIP tiers and points are treated as exclusive assets of an individual account. According to our system security rules, transferring, merging, or gifting perks across different accounts is strictly unsupported.

Q2: My account currently has 277 points. If I buy items worth $34.68 and use up all my points to get a $2.77 deduction, but later receive a partial refund of $15.44 due to certain factors, how many points will I end up with?

A: Your original $34.68 order generates 35 points based on rounding. Due to the partial refund of $15.44, the system will proportionately deduct 15 points (rounded to the nearest whole number). Therefore, the net points earned from this purchase will be: 35 - 15 = 20 points. Additionally, the system will return the points you consumed. Based on the calculation formula: Consumed Points × (Refund Amount / Total Purchase Amount), you will get back 123 points. As a result, your final account balance will be 123 + 20 = 143 points.

Q3: Can I create unlimited new IGGM accounts and place small orders to exploit the 10x points newcomer reward?

A: No. IGGM strictly prohibits the malicious registration of multiple accounts, utilizing technical exploits, or engaging in order manipulation to farm newcomer benefits. Our system is equipped with rigorous anti-fraud and risk control mechanisms: the 10x points multiplier for the first order will only be credited after the order is successfully delivered and passes a 24-hour anti-abuse system review. If the risk control system detects multi-account farming linked by the same IP, same device, same payment method, or malicious account associations, the platform reserves the right to permanently ban the related accounts and clear all accrued benefits.

Q4: I just registered an account and my first order was a small item for $0.9. Because it was under $1, the system didn't give me any points. Then, my second order was for $100. Why didn't my second order get the 10x points? My first order didn't receive any points anyway, shouldn't this second order count as my actual "valid first order"?

A: No. The system strictly identifies the "New User First Order" based on the very first paid order under your account, regardless of the transaction amount. The threshold ruling out points for subtotals under $1 is a foundational platform policy. Therefore, we highly recommend that new users consolidate their shopping carts on their first purchase and bundle higher-value items into the first order to fully maximize the value of the 10x points perk.

Q5: If a website error prevents me from checking in for the day, causing my check-in streak to break, what measures will IGGM take to compensate for my points loss?

A: We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused. The daily check-in resets based on a specific time matching the server's time zone. If the streak is broken due to network latency or missing the refresh window, the system will strictly execute the automatic reset policy. We recommend completing your check-in as early as possible each day and ensuring a stable network environment. If the interruption is conclusively caused by a large-scale server outage on the platform, an official site-wide points compensation announcement will be issued once resolved. Please note that support agents do not have the authorization to manually alter individual check-in histories. Thank you for your understanding.

Q6: I spent 300 points to redeem a $5 cash coupon, but the game items I wanted have been out of stock on the platform for the past few days. As a result, the coupon expired within 3 days without being used. The stockout is the platform's issue, so why should my 300 points be deducted for nothing?

A: We apologize, but once a reward is redeemed at the Rewards Center, the corresponding points will be deducted and cannot be refunded. Because each reward is strictly limited to the first 30 users per week on a first-come, first-served basis, and the cash coupons are valid for 3 days, we highly recommend verifying current product stock and your purchase intent before making a redemption to avoid accidental cash coupon expiration.

Q7: Can I still request a refund if my order status is "Completed"? Can the points be refunded?

A: If IGGM has successfully completed the delivery and you have confirmed the order's completion, we unfortunately cannot honor refund requests. The points spent will not be returned. However, if IGGM fails to complete the service due to our own issues (for example, if Tycoon Racers carry service fails to help you achieve Rank #1), we will refund the points you spent according to the refund ratio.

Q8: Why do I keep encountering errors when trying to redeem a coupon?

A: Coupon redemption errors typically occur due to network instability or system security protocols. Your IP address might be flagged as originating from a high-risk region. We recommend adjusting your VPN settings or connecting to a different network, then trying again. If the issue persists, please reach out to our 24/7 Customer Support team for further assistance.

Q9: Can I use a script or plug-in to claim the weekly limited 30 discount codes/cash coupons available each week?

A: To ensure fairness for all players, we have implemented strict security measures. Redeeming any discount codes or cash coupons requires passing verification, rendering any script-based simulated clicks ineffective. IGGM reserves the right to void coupons and impose account restrictions on any account found using irregular methods (such as multi-instance farming, emulators, or third-party software) to forcibly claim coupons.

Q10: If I use points to offset the cost but later receive a refund due to special circumstances, will the validity period of the returned points be extended?

A: No. Returned points retain their original acquisition date and continue to follow the 90-day expiration rule; the IGGM platform will not reset or extend the expiration date due to a refund. Please use the returned points as soon as possible to avoid expiration!

Q11: Will the points required to redeem specific special items on IGGM change?

A: Yes. Considering that the prices of specific items in the game may fluctuate with game updates and changes in market demand, the points required for redeeming special items offered by IGGM will also be adjusted accordingly. However, rest assured that even with these adjustments, the points cost for redeeming items on IGGM remains far below the market price.

Also Read: The Ultimate IGGM Savings Guide: How to Min-Max Points, Coupons & VIP Perks?

Hero Siege Season 10 Ebontharn is now live. Once you reach the endgame, you will unlock a system similar to Path of Exile's Atlas Tree, which is Ether Tree.

By allocating Ether Points, you can juice up or guarantee the appearance of specific game mechanics, greatly improving the efficiency and rewards of certain farming activities. In Hero Siege S10, the following three methods are among the most profitable.

Mining Node

Mining Node is an extremely powerful area of Ether Tree. The biggest advantage of this route is that it does not depend on your character's gear or combat power, allowing it to work efficiently at any difficulty, even during the early progression stage or with a poorly geared character.

In Ether Tree, you need to progress toward the upper right and activate the nodes along the way. One of the most important early nodes is Pristine Extraction, which gives Ore a 10% chance to drop a Pristine Gem. The drop chance from Overflowing Veins is also increased by 10%.

You can head to Old Mining Village or other mining areas to search for ore veins and mine them. Remember to maximize your character's movement speed so you can move quickly across the map.

Pristine Gems are an important source of income early on. Depending on the type, each Pristine Gem can be sold for around 10,000 to 50,000 gold on the market.

Various ores obtained through mining, such as Tarethium Ore and Jade Ore, can also be sold directly on the trade market, with their value ranging from several thousand to more than 10,000 Hero Siege gold.

In addition, you can process ore through Prospecting to obtain materials for crafting high-level jewelry. If you raise your Jewelry Crafting skill to level 3750, you can craft the four most powerful types of jewelry in the game. Whether used for your own character or sold on the market, these items are highly valuable.

Overworld Node

This strategy takes advantage of Colossal Chest event to obtain huge amounts of experience. This route focuses on Overworld area.

You should prioritize Ready to Pop node, which is the foundation of this strategy because it can generate high-XP Bloater monsters. Next is Hellsmith, which allows you to obtain some Blacksmith's Mallets while farming.

Abominable Clairvoyance is also very important because it increases the detection range for finding Colossal Chest events on the minimap.

The most popular location right now is Misty Swamp. In addition, King's Garden, Pyramid Level 2, Prison Dungeon, and other areas can also feature this event.

The core value of this method is its ability to level up your character extremely quickly, allowing you to gain more talent points and attributes and establish a stronger foundation for more efficient farming. Although its gold-making efficiency is slightly lower than the mining route, its leveling speed is unmatched.

Boss Farming

The third strategy focuses on Ether Tree builds for different bosses. There are actually three branches, each corresponding to a different boss, and you can choose between them based on your preferences or the current market value.

Reaper

Reaper's main advantage is that the fight takes place in its own dedicated realm and is not affected by modifiers from the outside map. Even if you encounter a Corrupted Zone that you do not want to farm, you can enter Shadow Realm and farm there safely. Here are some of the core nodes:

Twice the Shadows: Gives you a chance to spawn two Reapers at the same time, allowing you to defeat both in a single run.

• Key to the Shadows: Has a chance to drop a stack of Dimensional Shards.
• Fortune of the Shadows: Increases the quality of drops from Reaper fights by 50%.
• Summoner of Shadows: Greatly increases the chance of a Shadow Realm entrance appearing on the map.

Prime Evil

This boss has some of the most valuable material drops. For example, its Soul of Anguish can be worth more than 70,000 gold on the market. In addition, its drops include items required to challenge the ultimate boss, Gabriel. Some of the core nodes include:

• Lord of Terror: Gives Act Bosses a 25% chance to immediately respawn after being defeated, effectively allowing you to obtain double the drops.
• Key of Terror: Gives chapter bosses a chance to directly drop a Key of Terror, which is required to enter Prime Evil fight.
• Son of Lucifer: Gives a 25% chance to clone this boss. However, this node had a bug early in Season 10 Ebontharn, so it is recommended to ignore it for now.

Sung Lee

The biggest advantage of War God Sung Lee is that his drop pool is relatively focused, and some of his equipment can be highly valuable for specific builds. However, each entry requires 50 Battle Fragments, making it relatively costly.

Sung Lee's drop pool is relatively weak on Hell difficulty. Its value increases at higher Inferno difficulties, but if your primary goal is to earn gold, this route is not the first choice.

These three methods can provide not only gold, but also XP, gear, and other rewards. You can apply each method at different stages of your progression in Hero Siege S10 Ebontharn.

With the release of each new Madden title, meta strategies, the most effective tactics, emerge on both offense and defense based on the latest game changes. You need to master not only these strategies but also the methods to counter them.

In Madden NFL 27, one of the most effective mainstream defensive strategies is the slot pressure tactic, a specialized and highly effective blitz designed to secure a sack.

While this might not be a defensive scheme you typically use in MUT 27, it is crucial to understand both the tactic itself and how to counter it, as many of your potential opponents will likely employ it. Let's take a closer look.

How does the slot blitz work?

To break down a play, you must first understand it thoroughly; only then can you identify its weaknesses and devise the most effective counter-strategy. This principle applies not just to Madden 27, but to gaming in general.

In Three Down Linemen formations, such as Nickel 3-3 Cub, Penny, and 3-3 Odd, the outside linebackers are locked into a defensive line position by default in Madden NFL 27, preventing them from shifting freely to the outside.

To execute a slot pressure play, the defensive player must select specific personnel packages during the play-calling phase. This action unlocks the outside linebackers from the defensive line, allowing them to move freely.

Consequently, these players, who often possess elite pass-rushing attributes, shift immediately to the outermost slot area, effectively disguising themselves as slot cornerbacks lined up extremely wide.

When your opponent positions their slot blitzers this far outside, standard base formations and empty backfield sets become largely ineffective.

Even if you have a numerical advantage on the offensive line, your Right Tackle or Left Tackle may struggle to lock onto the correct blocking target because the defender is positioned too wide.

If you blindly attempt to Double Team an interior defender in this situation, you leave the slot pass-rusher completely unblocked, allowing them a clear path to the quarterback.

Some Madden NFL 27 players who utilize this blitz sack strategy also layer in outside contain commands, forcing the pass-rusher to take a wide, arcing path around the outside shoulder of your offensive tackle.

If this is combined with a dual-side outside blitz, the opponent needs to commit only five pass rushers to force both of your offensive tackles to abandon their assignments, or even trigger a block shed animation, resulting in an instant sack of your quarterback.

How to counter this tactic?

When facing this kind of blitz pressure, you must remain composed. Avoid panicking and assigning your tackles to double-team assignments or keeping your running back in the backfield to block, as doing so sacrifices your passing routes.

First, utilize your five-man offensive line: bring up the pass protection menu, then stabilize the situation by cancelling target locks and using Half-Slide protection.

Next, before the snap, check the pre-set pass protection assignments. To execute a slot blitz, the defense often positions multiple roaming defenders in the secondary.

If your offensive tackles lock their attention on deep safeties or non-rushing inside linebackers, you will leave the edge exposed.

When setting Half-Slide protection, if you choose Zone side, the center, guard, and tackle on that side will execute a zone blocking scheme. The center will pivot to assist, covering the inside gap and picking up blitzers coming from the slot.

Conversely, if you shift protection to Man side, the offensive linemen on that side will execute a pure man-blocking strategy. Since the tackle no longer needs to worry about the inside, he can widen his stance and meet the slot blitzers head-on.

Furthermore, after the snap, the pass protection scheme forms an arc-shaped wall on both sides of the pocket.

If a slot cornerback or outside linebacker crashes into the offensive tackle, their pass-rushing momentum is completely neutralized, preventing them from utilizing their speed advantage.

Therefore, after the quarterback receives the snap, avoid dropping back; instead, step forward to climb the pocket.

Practical counter-strategies for common formations

If your opponent is running a slot blitz based on DB Fire play from Dollar or Dime formations, they will typically roll down two slot cornerbacks and press them to execute a simultaneous blitz from both sides.

The counter-strategy for this approach is to first remove the target lock on the middle linebacker and then immediately execute a single-side half slide.

This way, the green side of the slide is sealed by the center and guard, while the tackle on the red side blocks directly outward.

Even if the opposing cornerback attempts to loop around the far edge at high speed, your offensive tackle can use their superior positioning to completely shut them down.

If the opponent employs a single-side or double-side extreme edge blitz from a Nickel 3-3 Cub or Penny formation, you should first clear the interference using Untarget function before executing a left or right Half Slide.

If the opposing player is controlling a User defender and moving them around in the middle of the field, be sure not to set that User as your target for pass protection; keeping the pocket clean ensures a perfect release for check-down passes.

How to counter the tactics mentioned above?

Once you've mastered the counter to the slot blitz sack, a new question might arise: if you are the one running the slot blitz and the opponent learns to counter it, what should you do?

When you are familiar with both systems, countering the opponent's counter-strategy as a defender depends largely on the level of mastery each side has over the tactics, as well as mental resilience.

With this in mind, you can control the game through psychological warfare. For instance, when an opponent habitually uses Untarget to prepare to counter your slot blitz, you can drop the slot cornerback, who was originally intended to blitz, back into a Hook Zone or Flat Zone.

At this point, the opposing offensive tackle will remain stationary because they cancelled their target lock, while your extra defender in the secondary will be perfectly positioned to intercept Hot Route pass the opponent anticipated throwing.

In competitive Madden NFL 27 matches, the dynamic interplay of countering offensive and defensive tactics is an endless process. Whether you are running a slot blitz or countering one, mastering these moves requires plenty of practice!

To maximize the effectiveness of any Madden 27 strategy, you need to acquire reliable players through the market or packs, a process that naturally requires a sufficient amount of MUT 27 coins.

Only by investing enough coins to unlock players with high attributes and ratings, or those who are a perfect fit for the scheme - can you build a highly efficient, cohesive squad capable of executing the strategy successfully!

In the current ARC Raiders, bringing a Shield into raids sometimes feels like an unnecessary expense for players.

More and more players are choosing not to bring a Shield, especially when using inexpensive gear or joining a squad through matchmaking. This raises a simple yet highly controversial question: Is a Shield still worth bringing?

Recent discussions in the community have clearly demonstrated the division among players on this issue. One post criticized teammates who repeatedly enter raids without a Shield, with many players stating that this was particularly frustrating during Stella Montis night raid.

Other players, however, believe that these players simply want to loot and rely on teammates to provide sufficient protection for a successful extraction.

Why Choose Not to Bring One?

Most players choose not to bring a Shield because of cost.

ARC Raiders is an extraction shooter; every item brought into a looting raid can be lost. If the goal is simply to complete a low-risk looting trip, then bringing expensive gear may not always be a wise move.

Mobility is also a factor to consider. Light Shields avoid the movement penalty of heavy shields, while Medium and Heavy Shields sacrifice some mobility for greater survivability.

This trade-off can be especially important for players who heavily rely on movement, dodging, and quick repositioning.

Besides these objective factors, some players intentionally carry very little gear into raids, especially when farming specific loot or blueprints. This is even more pronounced in group matchmaking. They want to leverage the better gear of their teammates to achieve their goals without risking using expensive gear themselves.

This is the main reason why this issue is so controversial. If you're a solo player, you only need to consider your own survival even without a shield, but if you're in a group, it increases the pressure on your teammates.

Is It Still Worth It?

For most average players, the answer is yes.

Embark has always considered shields an important part of character customization, not just a piece of armor. More importantly, the current ARC Raiders environment still gives Raiders ample reason to prioritize survivability.

Even if you perfectly avoid combat, you might still encounter a sudden ARC attack or an enemy player appearing unexpectedly while looting. In such situations, a Shield can provide extra buffer time, preventing you from being instantly killed and ruining your mission.

This value is even more apparent in squad operations. If a player is immediately downed after an ambush, the remaining teammates must decide whether to continue fighting, revive them, or abandon the position. A Shield can buy the squad a few seconds to disengage, heal, or reposition.

Of course, this doesn't mean you must use a Shield, or that not using one is a mistake. In certain terrains in ARC Raiders, using a Shield can actually create a strategic disadvantage. For example, in Hurricane condition, Debris weakens Shields and also makes players using Shields easier to spot.

In other words, ARC Raiders isn't a game that automatically selects the strongest defensive gear in all situations; the real question is what you want to achieve during an ambush.

Similarly, choosing the right Shield model is crucial depending on the specific match conditions and objectives.

Shield Selection

Currently, there are three main types of shields in ARC Raiders:

• Light Shield
• Medium Shield
• Heavy Shield

For players who prioritize mobility, Light Shield is the simplest choice. Heavy Shield offers stronger protection but also restricts movement, making it more suitable for players willing to sacrifice some mobility for greater survivability.

Medium Shield occupies a middle position, and this position makes it the most frequently used shield.

Medium Shield

The biggest advantage of ARC Raiders Medium Shield isn't its greater protection or mobility, but rather the greater margin for error it provides.

You have time to react if you're unexpectedly attacked while looting. You also have enough time to find cover when under attack from ARCs. Furthermore, you still have a chance to reposition yourself if you're at a disadvantage in an engagement with another raider.

These three situations are very common in ARC Raiders, which is why Medium Shield offers excellent value for money.

Secondly, the value of carrying a Medium Shield becomes even more apparent in squad combat.

A teammate without a shield might survive quietly looting, but the situation changes drastically once the squad is forced into combat.

If a teammate falls, it's not just about losing a gun; it can force other players to expose their positions, abandon supplies, retreat from objectives, or fight outnumbered in an attempt to revive them.

However, if everyone carries sufficient protective gear for the initial engagement, the team has more options when unexpected situations arise.

Acquisition Methods

Currently, the most direct method in the game is crafting it using the required materials in Gear Bench 2.

Alternatively, it can be obtained by exchanging 6,000 ARC Raiders coins from Lance, or through Scavenging in Raids.

It's important to note that Medium Shield should be considered part of your regular gear setup, not an item to be kept indefinitely.

Some players, fearing the loss of their shields, never use them, which may actually increase the chance of losing weapons and loot brought into dungeons while saving gear.

Overall, the debate about shields is unlikely to end here, as no single gear setup works for all raiders.

However, for most players seeking reliable gear, Medium Shield offers higher protection than a Light Shield without sacrificing too much mobility like a Heavy Shield.

Its greater capacity is especially important in sustained PvE combat, while its protective capabilities give players more room for error in PvP and group battles.

It is arguably the safest choice among all shields for ARC raiders.

NBA 2K27 will officially launch on September 4, but it is already in its Early Access period. Some players have already entered the game to create their characters or build their teams.

Let's look through the many changes coming to one of the most popular modes in NBA 2K27, MyTEAM. The analysis will look at both the positive and negative sides.

Good Aspects

Transparent Pack Odds

First, let‘s look at some of the changes worth praising. The biggest improvement in NBA 2K27 is the disclosure of pack odds. Players can now clearly see the probability of obtaining players at each OVR level from a pack. For example, the chance of obtaining a 94+ OVR player is 2%.

For players who plan to put some NBA 2K27 MT into the game early on, this is actually good news. Compared with last year, players who put resources into packs can get better returns from the pack market, making the relationship between input and output more reasonable.

Auction House

One of the major changes this year is that the auction house is unlocked by default, so there is no need to reach a specific level. More importantly, it is now a Universal Auction House shared across platforms.

This means Xbox and PlayStation players will compete in the same market for low-cost cards and bargain opportunities. However, it also means that the supply of cards on the market will be more abundant. In addition, NBA 2K27 has removed Escrow system, which should make market transactions much smoother.

Rep System

MyTEAM Rep System looks largely similar to the previous game, but the rewards have changed significantly. Coliseum can only be unlocked after reaching Sapphire 4.

The ultimate rewards are a player card called My Team GOAT and a The Great One card. The official team has not yet revealed which specific G.O.A.T. player or coach will be associated with these rewards.

As for Daily Login rewards, players can receive up to 6,000 2K27 MT for free each day, which is 1,000 more than in 2K26.

Domination

NBA 2K27 Season 1 Domination reward lineup consists of both WNBA and NBA players. After completing the reward path in this mode, you will receive Angel Reese, OG Anunoby, and 7,500 2K27 MT.

It is worth noting that WNBA section of Domination requires only 54 stars to complete all the rewards, making it much easier than NBA section. This means you can obtain high-rarity cards such as Angel Reese more quickly.

Bad Aspects

Season Rewards

The actual value of Season reward cards in NBA 2K27 MyTEAM is seriously lacking. Take Season 1 Level 40 ultimate reward, Derrick Rose, as an example. This card requires long-term commitment throughout the entire Season to obtain, yet it may be roughly on par with Tyler Herro or LaMelo Ball, or even weaker than them.

Even more frustratingly, some of the strongest cards currently available, including Paul George, Tyler Herro, Walker Kessler, and Tracy McGrady, are almost exclusively obtained through the pack market and Auction House.

Although the auction house currently has some difficulty due to the limited number of cards being listed, the performance gap between these cards and the season rewards is obvious. Paul George and Tyler Herro perform far better in actual gameplay than the reward cards provided through the season pass.

Pass Acceleration

More concerningly, even if you choose to grind the game, the situation is not particularly encouraging. Players can get Derrick Rose by getting the pro pass and unlocking levels directly, or they can grind for certain Dark Matter or Galaxy Opal Cards and exchange them for cards such as Paul George and Tyler Herro. However, these processes can all be replaced with real-money investment.

At present, the only card in the entire NBA 2K27 mode that is genuinely worth grinding for and cannot be obtained directly through money is OG Anunoby, which is a Domination reward.

Time Investment

If you want to obtain Tyler Herro or Paul George purely by grinding the game, you may need to put in 20 to 30 hours to accumulate enough resources. However, if you do not mind using real money to accelerate your progress, $200 can let you unlock the card quickly.

Not every player likes trading money for time, but this undoubtedly allows players willing to invest heavily to quickly widen the gap with ordinary players. Even if ordinary players devote a great deal of time to reaching Level 40, the cards they receive may still struggle to make it into a top-tier lineup.

As more cards are released, this gap will only become larger. This is especially true because there are currently only a limited number of worthwhile modes to play. Aside from Domination, other modes provide little in the way of meaningful rewards. Not only are the rewards from offline modes underwhelming, but Breakout reward boards are also poor.

Overall, although the official team has made some improvements to MyTEAM, most valuable player cards remain locked behind a paywall, making it difficult for free players to enjoy a fair gameplay experience. The official team should further improve the reward mechanism.

WoW TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 3 is now officially live, bringing a large amount of new content to the game. For many players, Phase 3 is one of the most beloved parts of The Burning Crusade.

If you want to enjoy the new phase to the fullest, you need to understand what changes the official team has made to Phase 3. In fact, these changes are quite significant, covering areas such as item drops, the in-game economy, and PvP. The information below should help you make thorough preparations.

Mount Hyjal and Black Temple

Mount Hyjal is located inside Caverns of Time in Tanaris. Its encounters revolve around clearing waves of enemies, and you will obtain your Tier 6 helmet and gloves here.

Black Temple, located in Shadowmoon Valley, is the true centerpiece. The raid contains nine bosses, with the legendary Illidan Stormrage serving as the final encounter.

Black Temple drops your Tier 6 chest, shoulders, and legs, along with iconic loot such as Warglaives of Azzinoth.

Additional Loot Drops

Although these changes did not appear on PTR, the official team later confirmed adjustments to raid loot. They confirmed that additional Tier pieces would once again be added to the loot tables of certain bosses, although no mention was made of additional drops for non-set bosses.

The official team also clarified exactly what the changes to Heroic Dungeon boss loot in Phase 3 mean.

There had been widespread speculation that this could mean items such as Dragonspine Trophy would be added to Heroic Dungeons or Badge of Justice vendor, but that is not the case. The change is limited to Heroic Dungeon bosses now having a guaranteed chance to drop Epic-quality gems.

Overall, the development effort invested into WoW BCC Anniversary appears to have been relatively limited. That may be acceptable in itself, as the team could be putting most of its resources into the upcoming WoW Classic+.

Phase 3 Attunement

Before entering Mount Hyjal raid, you need to complete Vials of Eternity questline. This requires defeating Lady Vashj in SSC and Kael'thas Sunstrider in TK.

To enter Black Temple, you need to complete the full Akama questline. This means defeating Al'ar in Tempest Keep, completing multiple steps in Akama's Promise quest chain in Shadowmoon Valley, and completing the required steps after defeating Rage Winterchill in Mount Hyjal.

This means you must clear Mount Hyjal before you can enter Black Temple. The official team has also confirmed that once the new raids open, the attunement quests for Serpentshrine Cavern and Tempest Keep will no longer be required.

Players can directly challenge Lady Vashj and Kael'thas to begin Black Temple quest chain. If you have only just started playing The Burning Crusade, once the new phase goes live, you can directly enter Serpentshrine Cavern and Tempest Keep to begin your Black Temple attunement chain. This is undoubtedly an excellent change.

Also note that in WoW TBC Classic Anniversary, all quest chains are shared across your Battle.net account, so you only need to complete them once, and all of your characters will gain raid access.

New Reputations

The following three factions already existed in the original TBC, but they will only become available as part of Phase 3.

Scale of the Sands

This reputation increases naturally by killing enemies inside Mount Hyjal. Raising this reputation allows you to obtain powerful Epic-quality rings whose stats improve with your reputation level, and they are often considered BiS choices for various classes. In addition, all of the new Jewelcrafting gem recipes require this reputation to unlock.

Ashtongue Deathsworn

This reputation is increased by killing enemies inside Black Temple. It is required for learning the recipes for crafting Shadow Resistance gear. Once you reach Exalted, you will also receive a class-specific trinket.

Netherwing

This faction is located at Netherwing Ledge in southeastern Shadowmoon Valley. It provides access to the iconic Netherdrake Epic flying mounts.

To begin the questline, make sure you already have Epic flying training, as both the main daily quest chain and collecting Netherwing Eggs require it.

Mark of the Illidari

Mark of the Illidari is extremely important for raid consumables because these marks can be exchanged for powerful combat-enhancing items.

On PTR, they were confirmed to be exchangeable for Destruction Potions and Haste Potions. This is particularly significant because these are among the most costly consumables in the game.

Mark of the Illidari drops from Serpentshrine Cavern, Tempest Keep, Black Temple, and Mount Hyjal. You need to reach Exalted reputation with either Aldor or Scryers, as well as the Sha'tar and Cenarion Expedition, to obtain these consumables from their respective quartermasters.

Professions and Gold Economy

The gold economy will undergo a major transformation in Phase 3 because Epic-quality gems are being introduced into the game.

If you are a miner with the maximum 375 Mining skill, you can directly mine Epic gems from ore deposits inside Mount Hyjal.

They can also appear as rare drops in Black Temple. Jewelcrafters can obtain the new Epic gem cutting recipes through Scale of the Sands reputation.

If you want to earn gold or optimize your gear to the highest possible level, these Epic gems are certain to command a significant premium on the auction house during the early stages of the phase, making this an excellent opportunity for gold-making. If earning WoW TBC gold is your only goal, it may even be worth temporarily switching to Mining.

PvP Updates

For PvP enthusiasts, Arena Season 3 will begin alongside the regular reset in each region.

Even if you are unable to achieve a high rating during Season 3, this phase also introduces important catch-up mechanics. Season 2 Merciless Gladiator gear will be available at a significant discount, with no Arena rating requirement.

Season 1 Gladiator gear can now be exchanged for Honor and Battleground Marks in major cities. Being able to obtain Gladiator gear with Honor is obviously extremely beneficial for alts. In addition, new Epic-quality PvP off-pieces will become available through Honor and Marks when the new season begins, and some of them offer extremely strong stats.

These are some of the major changes coming with WoW TBC Phase 3, which is arguably the peak of the entire TBC experience. Make sure to complete your quest chains, prepare your Shadow Resistance gear, and get ready to challenge Illidan.

The recent releases of Patch 12.1 and Season 2 have further expanded the playable content in WoW Midnight; among the new additions, the new raids and dungeons likely offer the greatest appeal and the rarest rewards.

However, before you tackle the new raid, you will discover that its location, Vaults of Atal'Utek in Coiled Isle zone, is itself a new addition to the game. Beyond the raid entrance, this area features numerous public events that offer their own rewards.

If you aren't quite ready for Venomous Abyss Raid yet, or simply prefer to clear these smaller, scattered tasks first, this guide is here to help!

How to enter Vaults of Atal'Utek?

First, ensure you have completed the main campaign questline The Curse of Ula'tek to unlock access to Coiled Isle. Vaults of Atal'Utek is an underground sub-zone within the island, accessible via three entrances located on the western side of the isle.

Regardless of which entrance you choose, the game grants you Serpent's Path buff within the corresponding tunnel, increasing your ground mount's movement speed until you reach Vaults of Atal'Utek itself (flying mounts cannot be used during this transit).

Unlocking and completing public events

Upon entering Vaults of Atal'Utek, your first step is to locate Warleader Abdumati or Mok'sa the Stone to pick up and complete the introductory quest, Into Vaults of Atal'Utek.

While the quest ostensibly tasks you with finding three NPCs, Naz'ara the Brave, Hawkeye Socho, and Commander Gazba, it effectively serves to familiarize you with the area's flight masters and other key locations.

Completing this unlocks the next quest: Vaults of Atal'Utek: A Toxic Tour. This requires you to complete a Temple Patrol, a Temple Strike, and a Temple Incursion once each, followed by the defeat of an Ancient Foe. These activities are the public events of Vaults of Atal'Utek, collectively known as Temple Assaults.

Once that quest is finished, you can complete the weekly objective Purging the Vaults by clearing a set number of public events and smaller tasks each week to earn additional rewards.

Temple Patrol

As the simplest type of public event, there are eleven variations of Temple Patrol; three spawn every 10 minutes. They must be completed solo, though fortunately, each takes only a minute or two. Completing one grants a small amount of gold and Corrosive Coins.

Temple Strike

This event supports both group and solo play but is slightly more difficult; each Temple Strike requires you to complete two specific objectives. Rewards include a Corroded Pouch, which contains Corrosive Coins and other special items.

Temple Incursio and Ancient Foe

These two parts are linked; Ancient Foe awakens once Temple Incursio is completed. Venom-Drenched Sack obtained after finishing this public event contains a richer variety of items.

There are three rotating modes for Temple Incursio. A single challenge involves multiple objectives that must all be completed within 10 minutes, so tackling them as a group is recommended.

Correspondingly, there are three Ancient Foes, Congealed Malice, Susarikk, and Khu'tulak, that rotate weekly and must also be defeated within 10 minutes.

Altar of Corrosion Mechanics

Beyond the various missions and challenges, Vaults of Atal'Utek and Coiled Isle zones offer exclusive ability bonuses. These abilities stem from Altar of Corrosion, which functions essentially as a special passive skill tree.

How to unlock the altar?

While exploring Vaults of Atal'Utek, you may encounter an NPC named Er'inye, triggering the quest Vaults of Atal'Utek: One Coin Too Many.

After completing that, travel to Amani Foothold to meet Er'inye again. Accepting and completing the quest Vaults of Atal'Utek: Altar of Corrosion unlocks Corrode Spirit mechanic, granting access to the various abilities at altar.

How to unlock more Corrode Spirit abilities?

Remember Corrosive Coins earned from completing Vaults of Atal'Utek public events? You can exchange them with Er'inye for special Corrode Spirit points to unlock additional nodes on the passive skill tree.

Altar talent tree features 18 nodes where you can invest Corrode Spirit points. Among them are four special nodes that require you to locate specific relics and turn them in to Er'inye to activate. Activating these is mandatory to unlock the tree's core damage node, Venom Coating.

If you have no plans to unlock further Corrode Spirit abilities, or if you have accumulated surplus Corrosive Coins, you can trade with Skull of Er'inye (located next to the passive tree) for various interesting cosmetic items.

How to utilize Corrosive Codex?

Defeating Ancient Foes yields a Corrosive Soul as a reward; obtaining this triggers an introduction to a new mechanic known as Corrosive Codex.

Upon acquiring your first Corrosive Soul, WoW Midnight grants you Codex of the Soul Coilers and initiates the quest Corrosive Gifts: Corrosive Power.

Completing this quest allows you to take the codex to Altar of Corrosion, where you can learn to convert Corrode Spirit into a Corrosive Gift and unlock your first one.

The key difference between these gifts and Corrode Spirit is that gifts can be utilized throughout the entire WoW Midnight world, rather than being restricted to Vaults of Atal'Utek or Coiled Isle.

Every 8 units of Corrode Spirit can be converted into a permanent Corrosive Gift. Once you have unlocked eight distinct gifts, you gain the ability to activate two simultaneously, significantly boosting your efficiency, though this naturally requires a greater investment of spirits and coins.

Success in WoW Midnight Vaults of Atal'Utek hinges on consistently progressing through weekly public events; leveraging your unlocked buffs to tackle new raids and dungeons will greatly improve your odds of success. Get started today!

Tycoons, Monopoly Go ACME Farm Partners Event is ending soon, but don't worry, because it's immediately followed by the latest two-day Peg-E Prize Drop Event: Looney Tunes Drop, undoubtedly one of the most anticipated limited-time mini-games recently!

According to the latest confirmed schedule, Looney Tunes Drop will officially begin at 4 PM EST on August 31, 2026, and will run until 1 PM EST on September 2.

During these two short days, you'll have the chance to collect tokens and enter the machines to win amazing rewards, including selected emojis, Shields, and Dice Skins.

If you want to maximize your winnings in this Looney Tunes Drop, follow this guide to get ready for every step, from the basic rules to advanced strategies.

How to play Looney Tunes Drop?

Monopoly Go Looney Tunes Drop is essentially a pinball-style mini-game that combines luck and strategy. During the event period from August 31st to September 2nd, you need to collect a special token - commonly known as Prize Drop chips - through daily gameplay.

Once you've collected enough chips, tap Peg-E icon on the right side of the main screen to access your dedicated panel and start throwing.

The controls are very intuitive: First, you need to select the chip multiplier for your toss. The higher the multiplier, the more chips are consumed per throw, but the base reward in the bonus slots is also proportionally amplified.

Next, choose one of the five slots at the top of the screen, release your finger, and the chips will fall vertically, colliding with rows of pegs and flippable bumpers along the way, eventually landing in the various bonus slots at the bottom.

Each slot corresponds to a different amount of cash, and your Looney Tunes Drop points mainly depend on three factors:

• The cash tier of the drop slot (the closer to the center, the more cash and points)
• The number of hits and the completion rate of the bumpers
• The base score from each drop

Once you accumulate a certain number of points, you can unlock Monopoly Go Looney Tunes Drop milestone rewards one by one.

Looney Tunes Drop Rewards

The levels, points, and rewards for this Looney Tunes Drop are as follows:

After completing these four rewards in Looney Tunes Drop, you will unlock four rewards in Level 2, as follows:

You can clearly see that the rewards become increasingly valuable as your points increase, so accumulating as many points as possible is definitely the core objective of this Looney Tunes Drop.

If you're focused on collecting albums, keep an eye on Dawn Delights, which runs concurrently with Looney Tunes Drop and offers Monopoly Go stickers reward.

How to efficiently acquire chips?

To excel at Peg-E machine, your first challenge is accumulating enough chips.

There's no shortcut to unlimited chips in Monopoly Go, but you can reliably obtain them through three regular methods:

1. Quick Wins

During Looney Tunes Drop event, three Quick Wins missions will be updated daily. Completing each mission may reward you with several Peg-E chips.

So, after the event starts at 4 PM on the 31st, remember to click Wins tab in the bottom left corner of the game's main screen to check the daily mission list and try to complete them.

2. Banner Events and Tournaments

These two types of limited-time events are also a major source of chips, as milestone rewards for completing landmark constructions by rolling dice or racing in tournaments will include a large number of Peg-E chips.

It's recommended that after Looney Tunes Drop begins, you prioritize the ongoing Banner Events and Tournaments pages in Monopoly Go - such as Tycoon Class Tournament and Dawn Delights - and plan your dice-rolling rhythm according to milestones.

3. Free Shop Gift

Additionally, a gift refreshes on the far right of the top scroll bar in the game shop every eight hours. During Looney Tunes Drop, this gift has a high probability of containing a few chips, so don't forget to claim it every eight hours to accumulate them!

Besides these three methods, there's a looping trick: when you hit certain bumpers or complete specific reward tiers in Looney Tunes Drop, you may also receive some chips as a reward. While this acquisition method is unreliable, if you're lucky, it can extend the number of rounds you can play with chips per drop.

Drop Strategy

Many players unfamiliar with Peg-E Prize Drop Event obsessively try to find the most accurate drop slot. However, collisions on Peg-E machine are clearly random; there's no single more accurate or better drop slot among the five.

However, based on extensive player experience in Monopoly Go, we know you should ideally choose a drop side away from the central jackpot bumpers.

In other words, if the bottom center slot is marked with the highest cash prize (the jackpot), dropping chips from the far left or far right drop slot might actually increase their chances of bouncing towards the center after multiple bounces - because the central drop slot's path is too direct and tends to bottom out early, reducing the variability of passing through the side bumpers.

Of course, this isn't a foolproof method for Looney Tunes Drop, but it does slightly increase your chances of hitting high-value slots.

Another key decision is choosing the multiplier. If you have few chips, it's recommended to use a low multiplier to increase the number of throws, accumulate more bumper hits, and complete the bumper lighting progress.

When you're just one hit away from triggering the completion bonus, then temporarily increase the multiplier to receive a large amount of points and extra rewards!

Since the Looney Tunes Drop doesn't last very long, please plan your game time wisely, trying to cover the daily Quick Wins, free shop bundles, and tournament refresh times.

With patience in collecting chips and flexible multiplier selection in Monopoly Go, you have a real chance to reap a rich reward over these two days.

MLB The Show 26 will welcome a wave of new players in September. This does not mean the game will receive a discount. Instead, MLB The Show 26 will join PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup on September 1, meaning a large number of PlayStation players who have not previously owned the game will be able to jump in directly.

PlayStation officially revealed in March 2026 that PlayStation Plus had 47.4 million subscribers. This does not mean that all 47 million-plus users will download MLB The Show 26, but it still represents a massive potential player pool.

September PlayStation Plus Games

It has officially been announced that starting September 1, MLB The Show 26, Sniper Elite: Resistance, Wobbly Life, and Chained Echoes will be available to download and play at no additional cost through PlayStation Plus, with access lasting until October 5.

Sniper Elite: Resistance features a single-player campaign that can be completed solo, while also offering multiplayer co-op content. Chained Echoes, on the other hand, is a completely single-player game with no online co-op requirements.

Wobbly Life and MLB The Show 26 both include single-player content as well as online services. Wobbly Life reached more than 10,000 concurrent players when it launched in September 2025, but its current daily active player count may now be below 1,000.

Although MLB The Show 26 has also experienced a decline in player activity, its estimated daily active player count could still be around 10,000. Among these four games, MLB The Show 26 could be the most competitive in terms of its ability to attract players.

How Many Players Will Join MLB The Show 26?

Even though most of the September PlayStation Plus games may not be particularly impressive, that does not necessarily mean MLB The Show 26 will attract a huge number of players.

However, PlayStation platform will welcome a series of major releases in September, including NBA 2K27 and Onimusha: Way of the Sword on September 4, Marvel's Wolverine on September 15, Control Resonant on September 24, and EA Sports FC 27 on September 25.

Games across various genres will arrive on PlayStation throughout September, and all of them will compete directly for players' attention with MLB The Show 26. Even so, if just 1% of PlayStation Plus subscribers decide to download MLB The Show 26, that would still represent a massive number of new players.

Jump Start Bundle

New players who choose to play MLB The Show 26 in September will not necessarily have to worry about falling far behind veteran players. The official team will provide Jump Start Bundle to help players customize their Road to the Show player while also giving their Diamond Dynasty squad a head start.

Only PlayStation Plus subscribers can receive this bundle, and it can only be obtained during the free access period. Players who gain access to MLB The Show 26 after the trial period ends will not receive Jump Start Bundle.

Jump Start Bundle includes:

• The Show Packs ×5 for Diamond Dynasty
• Equipment Pack ×1 for Road to the Show
• Jumpstart Choice Pack ×1 for RTTS and Diamond Dynasty

Players can use these packs to obtain some basic resources, but the official announcement did not reveal the specific player and item options available through Jumpstart Choice Pack.

Impact on the Economy

Although Jump Start Bundle provides five The Show Packs and a Choice Pack, it does not give new players a complete top-tier roster right away.

There is little doubt that a large number of new players will join the game and open their packs, which will introduce a significant amount of base-level cards into the market. Low- and mid-tier cards could lose value as a result of this influx. If you have been holding these players, it may be better to sell them before September 1 and earn some MLB stubs.

The impact on high-end player cards should be much smaller because even if a large number of new players arrive, the free bundle will not suddenly give them a large collection of elite cards.

Instead, if some of these players decide to remain in MLB The Show 26, they could create additional demand for top-tier player cards, which could cause their value to rise.

However, top-tier player cards in MLB The Show 26 can lose value quickly as new cards are released. This makes investing in these high-end cards quite risky. If you already hold them, keeping them for now may be reasonable, but there is little need to actively invest in them.

Impact on MLB The Show 26 Servers

MLB The Show 26 becoming a PlayStation Plus Monthly Game may not necessarily be good news for current players either, because the influx of new players could cause the servers to struggle once again.

When MLB The Show 26 first launched, the servers experienced multiple interruptions. On March 24, the situation became particularly awkward when the official team announced that matchmaking had been fixed, yet players were still unable to connect properly an hour later.

Players have frequently been forcibly disconnected during games even when their own network connections are working normally. The game may still report a disconnection, while other online games continue to work without any problems. This issue has even carried over from MLB The Show 25.

The influx of new players brought by PlayStation Plus could ultimately be a positive development for MLB The Show 26 because it could inject new life into the game instead of leaving the same group of dedicated players to make up most of the community. Of course, that depends on whether the official servers can handle the increased load.

As Diablo 4 Season 14 draws to a close, players are increasingly focusing on Season 15. Beyond new equipment, mechanics, and class balance, the theme of the new season has become a focal point of player discussion.

Based on the currently revealed content for Season 15, and the numerous unresolved lore clues within the game, we can perhaps glean some insights into the potential themes of the new season from these subtle hints.

Classic Diablo

3.2.0 PTR announced that Diablo 4 Season 15 will include nine unique items from previous Diablo series, termed legacy uniques. This may be more than just a simple re-release of classic equipment.

For a game with an already comprehensive equipment system, deliberately selecting classic items from previous Diablo titles and naming them legacy carries a clear sense of homage. These items represent not only classic equipment designs from the past, but also the memories of players from different Diablo titles and eras.

Therefore, it's a natural assumption that Season 15 will be a retro season themed around Classic Diablo.

This also means that more classic equipment may reappear in different forms in the future. They may not be completely copied from the original designs, but rather readjusted according to the current Diablo 4 items system, allowing these classic elements from previous games to be reintegrated into the existing build system.

If the official intention is indeed to revisit the history of Diablo series in the new season, then more classic elements from previous games may appear in the future, such as classic monsters, bosses, environments, and even some gameplay mechanics that players were once familiar with. This design can both satisfy the nostalgia needs of veteran players and bring new vitality to the game.

High Heavens

Another very interesting possibility is that Season 15 will take the story to High Heavens.

The most classic core conflict in Diablo series has always been the war between High Heavens and Burning Hells, while Sanctuary has long been caught between these two forces.

Compared to Burning Hells, High Heavens still offers a wealth of exploration in Diablo 4. Players have many questions about the Angels and High Heavens themselves.

Therefore, if the developers want to change the familiar visual and narrative atmosphere of Diablo 4, a Season 15 focused on the High Heavens would be very suitable.

For example, seasonal quests could allow players to investigate unusual Angelic power appearing in the Sanctuary; some areas that originally represented divine power could change; and even new enemies related to Angels could appear.

A story more in line with Diablo style might involve players discovering that a power from the High Heavens is influencing Sanctuary, and this power is not as pure as people imagine.

This way, the story can maintain the dark tone consistent with Diablo series - what is divine does not necessarily mean good, and the humans of  Sanctuary can still only find their way to survival in the conflict between Angels and Demons.

If this direction is adopted, the visual style of Season 15 could also change significantly. Compared to the corruption, flesh, and demonic elements common in past seasons, we might see more Heavenly architecture, Holy Light, and Angelic enemies.

Horadrim

If the developers want to further explore Diablo 4 universe, Horadrim is a very worthwhile direction to explore.

Horadrim is one of the most important organizations in Sanctuary history, having played a crucial role in sealing and fighting Prime Evils. However, for ordinary Diablo 4 players, Horadrim history still has many unexplained aspects, and Season 15 could use these gaps to create new stories.

For example, an ancient Horadrim artifact could be rediscovered, and players could discover during the investigation that it wasn't meant to seal a demon, but rather to conceal a part of Sanctuary history. Or, a Horadrim branch that disappeared hundreds of years ago could suddenly reappear, possessing a completely different ideology from the current Horadrim.

This kind of story would be perfect for Diablo 4. Because it doesn't need to immediately introduce a new Prime Evil, nor repeat the traditional war between Heaven and Hell, it can still expand Sanctuary's backstory.

From a gameplay perspective, Horadrim theme also offers a lot of room for development. Season 15 could feature new Horadrim relic and ancient artifact season mechanics. Players could explore different areas to collect lost knowledge and gradually unlock new abilities.

If the developers want Season 15 to lean more towards story, then Horadrim is definitely a very reasonable choice.

New Regional Threat in Sanctuary

Another possibility often overlooked by players is that the theme of Season 15 doesn't necessarily need to connect to the existing world; a more localized story could be chosen.

For example, an anomaly could suddenly appear in a certain area of ​​Sanctuary, causing a large number of monsters to mutate, and the familiar environment could be altered by an unknown force, creating a complete season experience through a new regional threat.

If the developers want to introduce a completely new faction or enemy type in Season 15, this might be the most suitable opportunity.

Of course, the above is all speculation based on currently available information and various clues left in the game. The final answer will only be revealed upon official announcement.

As the new season approaches, more information will be gradually revealed, which may provide new clues to confirm these speculations or completely overturn our current judgments.

So, what kind of content will Diablo 4's next season bring? Let's wait and see.