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    Halo Infinite Multiplayer Beta Release Notes
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    Beta Overview

    Halo Infinite multiplayer is now available as a free public beta. For instructions on how to download and install the game check the article How to install Halo Infinite multiplayer on PC and Xbox consoles. PC players should also refer to the PC hardware specifications and recommended drivers for Halo Infinite.

    This release includes eleven different multiplayer modes between Arena and Big Team Battle. Each mode has different challenges and victory conditions.

    Arena multiplayer for up to 8 players includes:

    • Modes
      • Slayer
      • Capture the Flag
      • Oddball
      • Strongholds
    • Maps
      • Live Fire
      • Behemoth
      • Streets
      • Recharge
      • Aquarius
      • Bazaar
      • Launch Site

    Big Team Battle (BTB) for up to 24 players includes:

    • Modes
      • Slayer
      • Total Control
      • Capture the Flag
      • Stockpile
    • Maps
      • Deadlock
      • Fragmentation
      • High Power

    You can find out more about how these modes are played in our Guide to Halo Infinite multiplayer game mode rules.

    Halo Support has a range of new player guides and other support articles for Halo Infinite.

    Known Issues

    Working with the developers, we have compiled a list of known issues. A few of the highest impact issues are:

    • The Background Recording feature in Windows 10 and the Record What Happened feature in Windows 11 can cause performance issues when enabled.
      • Turning these features off improves performance. They can be turned off in the Capture Settings menu in Windows 10 and the Captures menu in Windows 11.
    • Some first-person animations may stutter at 60 FPS or higher.
    • In Ranked Arena playlists, completed matches occasionally do not count toward your rank and will not show in the stats at the end of the match.
    • Plugging in a mouse & keyboard during an active game session on an Xbox console locks the player to a 45 degree look radius.
      • This issue does not occur if the mouse is already plugged in when the game is launched.

    For a full list of known issues for Halo Infinite go to our Known Issues.

    Resolved Issues

    In future patch overviews Halo Support will list bug fixes in this section. If you find an issue in-game and would like to report it to the development team, please submit a ticket.

    If you would like to provide feedback that is not a bug, we encourage you to post in the Halo forums.

    Balance Changes

    When there is a balance change in future updates, Halo Support will include these in our release notes.

    Further Resources

    • If you experience problems with your Xbox console or Game Pass, Xbox Support can help you.
    • If you have problems with your account or purchases, Microsoft Support can help you.
    • If you experience a problem in Steam that is not an in-game issue, please contact Steam Support.
    • Halo Infinite (Campaign) is available for pre-order and will go live on December 8.
    • If you missed out on Halo Infinite Tech Previews this summer and want a chance to participate in future flights, sign up for the Halo Insider Program

     

    Full Notes: https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/4410495674772-Halo-Infinite-Multiplayer-Beta-Release-Notes

  2. A Redditor by the username u/Aaronfrogger recently posted a screenshot on r/battlefield2042 that stated he got early access to the game by mistake and posted a screenshot of the available weapons in the game.  The list is certainly lacking with a bare minimum amount of effort put into the available weapons:

    •  4 Assault Rifles
    • 4 SMGs
    • 2 LMGs
    • 3 Marksman Rifles
    • 3 Sniper Rifles
    • 3 Pistols
    • 3 Utility Guns

    Sadly, it is just a screenshot of the list with a SFAR-M GL Assault Rifle selected and all the others just a dimmed-out silhouette of the possible weapon choices.  We can also provide no confirmations about the list’s legitimacy, but current preload data seems to support it. This list is stated to be the same across all specialists as well, so no hope of getting more variety based on who you select to play as.

    Overall, the number of weapons is better than many recent Battlefield games but disappointing as it barely improves on the terrible arsenals presented in past games.  A video leak would have been great as the current image lacks a lot of information about the weapons themselves and the possible customization of those weapons.

    The Beta did not provide much hope that “radical” customizations could be achieved to make the list more versatile and enjoyable for players, but much of the information we need is still hidden away behind EA’s media wall.

     


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  3. 2042.png.e8e366ed3dffb77034c5959681c5d26a.pngA Redditor by the username u/Aaronfrogger recently posted a screenshot on r/battlefield2042 that stated he got early access to the game by mistake and posted a screenshot of the available weapons in the game.  The list is certainly lacking with a bare minimum amount of effort put into the available weapons:

    •  4 Assault Rifles
    • 4 SMGs
    • 2 LMGs
    • 3 Marksman Rifles
    • 3 Sniper Rifles
    • 3 Pistols
    • 3 Utility Guns

    Sadly, it is just a screenshot of the list with a SFAR-M GL Assault Rifle selected and all the others just a dimmed-out silhouette of the possible weapon choices.  We can also provide no confirmations about the list’s legitimacy, but current preload data seems to support it. This list is stated to be the same across all specialists as well, so no hope of getting more variety based on who you select to play as.

    Overall, the number of weapons is better than many recent Battlefield games but disappointing as it barely improves on the terrible arsenals presented in past games.  A video leak would have been great as the current image lacks a lot of information about the weapons themselves and the possible customization of those weapons.

    The Beta did not provide much hope that “radical” customizations could be achieved to make the list more versatile and enjoyable for players, but much of the information we need is still hidden away behind EA’s media wall.

     

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  4. I never got into collections.  There was one point when I first started having spending money that I started buying the limited edition of some games, but then everything started going digital and I never kept up with it. 

    Although in hindsight, I probably should have saved all those old N64 games. 😅

  5. On 9/6/2021 at 10:07 PM, PGen98 said:

    The Wii U has had most of its great games ported to the Switch at this point, but it has a fantastic library and it's a fun console to play, but there can be no denying that, as a console, it failed miserably by Nintendo standards.  Do you think that the Wii U will always be regarded as a flop, or will it be a future classic, respected for what it was in its' time?

    I think it has a chance to be a future classic.  It was a good console, just misnamed and poorly marketed, like the Sega Saturn. 

    I feel like it is almost a question of IF a Nintendo console cannot be a classic.  The Wii U definitely tried to break the norm in this regard, but I have a hard time believing any Nintendo console won't be a classic item at this point.

  6. On 9/6/2021 at 9:55 PM, PGen98 said:

    If you were taking a break from FPS and shooters in general, what's your favourite genre to play? 

    For me, personally, I love action and adventure games, games that use your mind and require different skills to get through.  They're fun and they usually tell a great story.  Racing games are fun, as well, particularly games like Forza Horizon, they're very fun!

    What is your go-to for non-shooters?

    I'm quite excited for the new Horizons, they are doing an excellent job with the series!

    On 10/7/2021 at 3:10 PM, Paige said:

    I am so bad at racing games!  Story based games are always my fav!  RPGs with really in-depth lore and stories are so fun!

    I can't help but feel like "story based games" is a bit of a cop-out on this subject. Lol

    On 10/8/2021 at 9:48 PM, ThunderFlash said:

    RTS games are awesome and I might enjoy them more than ever FPS games but there is not much of the pvp stuff I enjoy in RTS games.

    RTS games might be me second favorite genre.  The much more slow paced and planned out atmosphere is a great break from the chaotic FPS world.

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  7. Check what has been popular around Uncrowned Gaming lately and don't be afraid to jump into some conversations!

    New Guides

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     Gaming News & Upcoming Releases 

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    Battlefield 2042 Hazard Zone Details Released - Hazard Zone has been an unknown game mode of the upcoming Battlefield game since the game’s announcement and details of the mode itself were limited at best.  However, EA has released an informative post about the mode and while we still lack many details, it clears up a lot of...

     

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  8. 343 Industries, the dev of Halo Infinite, has finally released the settings that will be used in competitive matchmaking.  Well, at least the general guideline of settings being used and a good explanation on what players can expect in their recent blog. The blog also stated these settings will be used for the game’s competitive matchmaking along with the game’s esports competitions.

    Players will start all games using Halo’s iconic esport gun, the Battle Rifle, and will quickly find out that their HUD lacks a motion tracker.  Grenade hit markers will also be disabled in these modes and players will need to focus on teamwork to achieve consistent victory.  Friendly fire will also be enabled for the game modes to push for even more team coordination.

    Modes used in competitive play are currently limited to Slayer, Capture the Flag, Strongholds, and Oddball.  Weapon and equipment spawn points will be locked to static locations and set with interval timers that focus on team tactics to control the best gear.

    These changes to the gameplay are stated to allow lone wolf play, but to enforce that teamwork will be the primary reason for victory or defeat.  343 mentions that they are striving to push for settings, maps, and even spawns on the map to push the better team to end the round with the better score. 


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  9. halo_in.png.103f2b99ad61fef4d3c165722debdc05.png343 Industries, the dev of Halo Infinite, has finally released the settings that will be used in competitive matchmaking.  Well, at least the general guideline of settings being used and a good explanation on what players can expect in their recent blog. The blog also stated these settings will be used for the game’s competitive matchmaking along with the game’s esports competitions.

    Players will start all games using Halo’s iconic esport gun, the Battle Rifle, and will quickly find out that their HUD lacks a motion tracker.  Grenade hit markers will also be disabled in these modes and players will need to focus on teamwork to achieve consistent victory.  Friendly fire will also be enabled for the game modes to push for even more team coordination.

    Modes used in competitive play are currently limited to Slayer, Capture the Flag, Strongholds, and Oddball.  Weapon and equipment spawn points will be locked to static locations and set with interval timers that focus on team tactics to control the best gear.

    These changes to the gameplay are stated to allow lone wolf play, but to enforce that teamwork will be the primary reason for victory or defeat.  343 mentions that they are striving to push for settings, maps, and even spawns on the map to push the better team to end the round with the better score. 

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  10. Dbrand started selling custom black side plates for the PS5 to offer users options over the factory white plates early this year.  The company is well known for selling custom skins and other user customization items for popular electronic devices, but Sony has never been much of a fan of this type of practice (although they are certainly not the only ones). 

    The Darkplates were a fully-featured replacement plate for the console that utilizes a very detailed Dbrand engraving pattern alongside the black color scheme.  The company seemed to anticipate some legal action against this product as even they featured the line “Go ahead, sue us.” right on the product page.

    The cease-and-desist order sent by Sony to Dbrand this week references a violation of Sony’s trademark of their popular controller symbols and Dbrands was quick to point out that those do not exist as part of this product.  However, it does appear that the letter is mostly focused on the actual physical design of the side plate using a Sony-owned design and connection to their console.  Dbrand breaks down the order on their Reddit and you can view it here (just be advised that it does have quite a few profanities involved).

    Dbrand has pulled the plates from their store and has replaced the page for the product with a list of news articles about the side plates.   Hopefully, this page is referencing the company’s plan to fight the cease-and-desist order as it does appear that they have both appealed it and stated that the product will be returning. 

    Image: Dbrand


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  11. dark_plates.png.98bb63f25b4057bac8e8087f9bdfd457.pngDbrand started selling custom black side plates for the PS5 to offer users options over the factory white plates early this year.  The company is well known for selling custom skins and other user customization items for popular electronic devices, but Sony has never been much of a fan of this type of practice (although they are certainly not the only ones). 

    The Darkplates were a fully-featured replacement plate for the console that utilizes a very detailed Dbrand engraving pattern alongside the black color scheme.  The company seemed to anticipate some legal action against this product as even they featured the line “Go ahead, sue us.” right on the product page.

    The cease-and-desist order sent by Sony to Dbrand this week references a violation of Sony’s trademark of their popular controller symbols and Dbrands was quick to point out that those do not exist as part of this product.  However, it does appear that the letter is mostly focused on the actual physical design of the side plate using a Sony-owned design and connection to their console.  Dbrand breaks down the order on their Reddit and you can view it here (just be advised that it does have quite a few profanities involved).

    Dbrand has pulled the plates from their store and has replaced the page for the product with a list of news articles about the side plates.   Hopefully, this page is referencing the company’s plan to fight the cease-and-desist order as it does appear that they have both appealed it and stated that the product will be returning. 

    Image: Dbrand

  12. Hazard Zone has been an unknown game mode of the upcoming Battlefield game since the game’s announcement and details of the mode itself were limited at best.  However, EA has released an informative post about the mode and while we still lack many details, it clears up a lot of what the mode will include.

    This mode is coming as part of the Battlefield Portal experience that includes all sorts of older game assets and matchmaking options to allow players to create all kinds of custom games and lobbies.  The core concept of the mode is collecting intel from drop pods within a map full of NPCs, opposing players, and raging storms.  And no, it does not appear that the new mode can use older Battlefield maps at this point.

    The mode has a heavy focus on teamwork as it includes a pre-game lobby of sorts that allows the team to explain the map and equip items for the mission.  The maps will be broken down into regions that contain the Data Drives you are searching for, but also other interactive elements (like Uplinks that allow you to request Call-ins).  While it is not confirmed, images on the article suggest teams of 4 will be used and we have no idea if you must matchmake for 4 total players, or if solo and small teams can go in as-is.

    The mode seems focused around Dark Market Credits (DMC) that are earned in-game and allow players to purchase gear for the mission.  It sounds like gear needs to be purchased per game, but that is not something we could confirm per the article as there are also character upgrades and other unlocks.  DMC cannot be purchased with real money, but we do not know if any other microtransactions exist within the mode.

    Specialists are in the mode and come with a basic starter weapon (which is why we believe upgrades are purchased per game) and we have no idea if they will have abilities, and such without purchasing them.  The mode will also reward players/teams for completing harder objectives in the map and offers streak bonuses for completing multiple maps successfully. 

    Matches are estimated to be from 5 to 20 minutes long as players can choose when to extract and what goals to focus on and will feature up to 32 other players (24 on older-gen consoles).  Inserting seems standard with most modern battle royale games and teams can revive downed players using features on the map.  NPC numbers are listed as “varies” so they may be randomly set during each game or simply based on the map.

     

    Source: https://www.ea.com/games/battlefield/battlefield-2042/news/battlefield-briefing-exploring-battlefield-hazard-zone
    Image: EA


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  13. hazard_zone.jpg.4ed9097f011bd67e1e45d522df3999c3.jpgHazard Zone has been an unknown game mode of the upcoming Battlefield game since the game’s announcement and details of the mode itself were limited at best.  However, EA has released an informative post about the mode and while we still lack many details, it clears up a lot of what the mode will include.

    This mode is coming as part of the Battlefield Portal experience that includes all sorts of older game assets and matchmaking options to allow players to create all kinds of custom games and lobbies.  The core concept of the mode is collecting intel from drop pods within a map full of NPCs, opposing players, and raging storms.  And no, it does not appear that the new mode can use older Battlefield maps at this point.

    The mode has a heavy focus on teamwork as it includes a pre-game lobby of sorts that allows the team to explain the map and equip items for the mission.  The maps will be broken down into regions that contain the Data Drives you are searching for, but also other interactive elements (like Uplinks that allow you to request Call-ins).  While it is not confirmed, images on the article suggest teams of 4 will be used and we have no idea if you must matchmake for 4 total players, or if solo and small teams can go in as-is.

    The mode seems focused around Dark Market Credits (DMC) that are earned in-game and allow players to purchase gear for the mission.  It sounds like gear needs to be purchased per game, but that is not something we could confirm per the article as there are also character upgrades and other unlocks.  DMC cannot be purchased with real money, but we do not know if any other microtransactions exist within the mode.

    Specialists are in the mode and come with a basic starter weapon (which is why we believe upgrades are purchased per game) and we have no idea if they will have abilities, and such without purchasing them.  The mode will also reward players/teams for completing harder objectives in the map and offers streak bonuses for completing multiple maps successfully. 

    Matches are estimated to be from 5 to 20 minutes long as players can choose when to extract and what goals to focus on and will feature up to 32 other players (24 on older-gen consoles).  Inserting seems standard with most modern battle royale games and teams can revive downed players using features on the map.  NPC numbers are listed as “varies” so they may be randomly set during each game or simply based on the map.

     

    Source: https://www.ea.com/games/battlefield/battlefield-2042/news/battlefield-briefing-exploring-battlefield-hazard-zone
    Image: EA

  14. Earlier today reports started to pile in that Twitch had a massive data breach of source code, projects, sensitive information, and all sorts of data were released in a torrent file with over 100GB of data.  This breach was released on 4chan and numerous sources started to confirm that items such as earnings reports and previously unknown information were legitimate information. 

    Twitch has come out on Twitter and confirmed the leak happened and that they are trying to figure out how much information was leaked to the public and what account information was released.  The Amazon-owned company has been a target of many data breaches in the past and it currently has not been noted to contain login information.

    However, we would strongly urge all Twitch users to change their passwords and activate two-factor authentication as well for added protection.  There seems to be a vast array of internal Twitch tools that were leaked during the breach and this may allow users to bypass current anti-spam and other tools the platform uses to protect streamers. 

    Although no one is quite sure of the damage or the potential misuse the leaked data may produce at this time.  There seems to be no word on if any banking information was released, but streamers did confirm on Twitter that the earnings reports were accurate and taking actions to protect your associated bank accounts would be advised until more is known.

    There are no reports on if this affects anything with Amazon accounts, but it is never a bad idea to change your password and have 2FA activated no matter the reason.  The information is already public and being spread out amongst the internet, so please do not wait for confirmation that your account is safe, just take the steps now even if it turns out pointless in the end.

     

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  15. twitch.png.c122c177acb2a8a4edd224178bab9cec.pngEarlier today reports started to pile in that Twitch had a massive data breach of source code, projects, sensitive information, and all sorts of data were released in a torrent file with over 100GB of data.  This breach was released on 4chan and numerous sources started to confirm that items such as earnings reports and previously unknown information were legitimate information. 

    Twitch has come out on Twitter and confirmed the leak happened and that they are trying to figure out how much information was leaked to the public and what account information was released.  The Amazon-owned company has been a target of many data breaches in the past and it currently has not been noted to contain login information.

    However, we would strongly urge all Twitch users to change their passwords and activate two-factor authentication as well for added protection.  There seems to be a vast array of internal Twitch tools that were leaked during the breach and this may allow users to bypass current anti-spam and other tools the platform uses to protect streamers. 

    Although no one is quite sure of the damage or the potential misuse the leaked data may produce at this time.  There seems to be no word on if any banking information was released, but streamers did confirm on Twitter that the earnings reports were accurate and taking actions to protect your associated bank accounts would be advised until more is known.

    There are no reports on if this affects anything with Amazon accounts, but it is never a bad idea to change your password and have 2FA activated no matter the reason.  The information is already public and being spread out amongst the internet, so please do not wait for confirmation that your account is safe, just take the steps now even if it turns out pointless in the end.

     

    Image: prima91 - stock.adobe.com

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  16. Dolby Vision is an HDR technology that enhances the visual quality of HDR content with more vibrant colors, sharper contrasts, and other improvements compared to standard HDR and just like Dolby’s audio technologies, you may be very excited about this feature or overlook it completely depending on your UHD setup and preferences.  However, Xbox is now the first gaming console to offer support for this technology in both its Series S and Series X lineup.

    Halo Infinite was the first game stated to be taking full advantage of this increased visual quality and Microsoft has stated that around 10 games already support Dolby Vision, with over 100 more planned.  Microsoft has also been working to bring the benefits of this tech to the existing HDR10 and Auto HDR games already on the platform to improve gamers’ experience. 

    Xbox game developers can either add Dolby Vison into their game engines or utilize Xbox’s developer platform to access the improvements offered.  Of course, gamers will need a Dolby Vision compatible TV to utilize these improvements and one of the newer Series consoles as it is not supported on the older Xbox One S/X.  Most TVs offer a list of supported visual enhancements somewhere in their settings if you wish to check if yours is compatible and due to how recent this technology is, you may need to update your TV’s firmware to use it.

     


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  17. The internet security company, Kaspersky, has sounded the alarm for PC gamers as the new BloodyStealer trojan is hunting for high-demand gaming accounts.  The trojan can swipe a vast amount of sensitive information, including banking info, cookies, and logs, but gaming accounts seem to be the goal for most users of this trojan. 

    The dark web market for gaming accounts full of games and items is in very high demand currently and gamers need to be aware that they are being actively targeted at this time. The price for BloodyStealer is remarkably low and it is easy to use, making its usage a global threat in a very short time.  Most of this information is being scraped from users via logging and is sold for cheap on the dark web.  This is the perfect example of why Two Factor Authentication and other advanced account security tactics are needed in our modern world (and they are simple to set up and use!).

    If you are concerned about this or other malicious software trying to steal your accounts, then follow a few simple tips.  Make sure you are using different passwords for all your accounts, password managers are great at helping you with this goal (plus, we have a guide for them on Uncrowned Addiction!) so having one password compromised does not compromise all your accounts.  2FA (two-factor authentication) adds an additional layer of security to your accounts and is highly advised as it will nearly negate all the harm trojans like BloodyStealer can perform.  And of course, be sensible with what you download and use a quality antivirus, Kaspersky will gladly get a shoutout from us as they released this info and have always performed well, but there are many other quality services (ask around our forum for opinions if you are searching for an antivirus).

    Source: https://usa.kaspersky.com/blog/bloodystealer-and-gaming-accounts-in-darknet/25440/
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  18. xbox.jpg.6d36ecc5dc1362233fb4b45f689adb0e.jpgDolby Vision is an HDR technology that enhances the visual quality of HDR content with more vibrant colors, sharper contrasts, and other improvements compared to standard HDR and just like Dolby’s audio technologies, you may be very excited about this feature or overlook it completely depending on your UHD setup and preferences.  However, Xbox is now the first gaming console to offer support for this technology in both its Series S and Series X lineup.

    Halo Infinite was the first game stated to be taking full advantage of this increased visual quality and Microsoft has stated that around 10 games already support Dolby Vision, with over 100 more planned.  Microsoft has also been working to bring the benefits of this tech to the existing HDR10 and Auto HDR games already on the platform to improve gamers’ experience. 

    Xbox game developers can either add Dolby Vison into their game engines or utilize Xbox’s developer platform to access the improvements offered.  Of course, gamers will need a Dolby Vision compatible TV to utilize these improvements and one of the newer Series consoles as it is not supported on the older Xbox One S/X.  Most TVs offer a list of supported visual enhancements somewhere in their settings if you wish to check if yours is compatible and due to how recent this technology is, you may need to update your TV’s firmware to use it.

     

  19. steam.png.9b0578aa451ca5855711b29553d01187.pngThe internet security company, Kaspersky, has sounded the alarm for PC gamers as the new BloodyStealer trojan is hunting for high-demand gaming accounts.  The trojan can swipe a vast amount of sensitive information, including banking info, cookies, and logs, but gaming accounts seem to be the goal for most users of this trojan. 

    The dark web market for gaming accounts full of games and items is in very high demand currently and gamers need to be aware that they are being actively targeted at this time. The price for BloodyStealer is remarkably low and it is easy to use, making its usage a global threat in a very short time.  Most of this information is being scraped from users via logging and is sold for cheap on the dark web.  This is the perfect example of why Two Factor Authentication and other advanced account security tactics are needed in our modern world (and they are simple to set up and use!).

    If you are concerned about this or other malicious software trying to steal your accounts, then follow a few simple tips.  Make sure you are using different passwords for all your accounts, password managers are great at helping you with this goal (plus, we have a guide for them on Uncrowned Addiction!) so having one password compromised does not compromise all your accounts.  2FA (two-factor authentication) adds an additional layer of security to your accounts and is highly advised as it will nearly negate all the harm trojans like BloodyStealer can perform.  And of course, be sensible with what you download and use a quality antivirus, Kaspersky will gladly get a shoutout from us as they released this info and have always performed well, but there are many other quality services (ask around our forum for opinions if you are searching for an antivirus).

    Source: https://usa.kaspersky.com/blog/bloodystealer-and-gaming-accounts-in-darknet/25440/
    Image: Postmodern Studio - stock.adobe.com

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