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October, 2024
Bachelor of Science in English with a minor in Journalism, 6+ years as a content writer
Zelda, Nintendo, Halo
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About Aaron McKinley

Aaron McKinley is a writer, blogger, and video game enthusiast with over six years of experience in web content and many more in playing games until the wee hours of the morning.

A passion for writing (which a degree in English certainly helped with) and a lifelong hobby of playing and disecting games led Aaron to put the two together and write about gaming professionally. 

Apart from TheBestWarGames, Aaron has worked as a content marketer and copywriter since graduating college. His work spans many topics, types, and sites, but technology and gaming account for much of it — and are his personal favorite.

Aaron has been playing games his entire life, which has led to thousands of hours across the Zelda series, countless Halo: CE runs, and time spent playing every single console generation since the NES.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

I once beat Halo: Combat Evolved using an Easy Bake Oven keyboard attachment as a controller. I had to lower my difficulty, and there's no official achievement for it, but how many other people can say they've done that?

Favorite Games

If I had to pick just one, I'd say Breath of the Wild is my favorite game, but Wind Waker and Tears of the Kingdom are close seconds. The Bungie-era Halo games also hold a special place in my heart, as does the Bioshock trilogy (yes, even 2 and Infinite).

Industry Focus

Mostly gaming news, especially regarding leaks and rumors, broader industry trends, and unexpected quirks players discover about the games they play.

Latest

Kratos' actor reveals what to expect from the God of War remakes.
Kratos Actor Comments on God of War Remake Trilogy and Teases New Santa Monica Studio Announcement

Kratos actor Christopher Judge reveals a surprising amount of information about the upcoming God of War remake trilogy, as well as what comes next.

Avowed PS5 edition lacks PS5 Pro enhancements
Avowed is Now Out on PS5, But Its PS5 Pro Enhancements Are Minimal
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The former Xbox console exclusive Avowed launches on PlayStation 5, but some Sony fans may be disappointed by the lack of features for PS5 Pro.

Crimson Desert will not have difficulty options or be easy, its developer says.
"Hell No" Crimson Desert Addresses Whether It's Easy and If It Will Have Difficulty Options at Launch or Not

Pearl Abyss clarifies how hard players can expect Crimson Desert to be and whether it will have difficulty options ahead of its March 2026 release.

Escape From Tarkov reveals its H1 2026 update roadmap
Escape From Tarkov Reveals Major Content In 2026 Roadmap

Battlestate Games releases an Escape From Tarkov content roadmap for the first half of 2026, revealing some big and unexpected future updates.

Valve confirms the Steam Deck is sold out because of the memory shortage.
Valve Warns The Steam Deck Is Now Sold Out and The Shortage May Not Be Resolved Anytime Soon

Valve confirms that all Steam Deck models are facing stock shortages in some regions, and anyone wanting to buy one could be in for a long wait.

Insomniac says Marvel's Spider-Man won't likely come to Xbox
Don't Hold Your Breath for Marvel's Spider-Man on Xbox

Insomniac Games comments on the possibility of releasing Marvel's Spider-Man on Xbox, and it's bad news for fans hoping for a platform expansion.

A former Highguard dev has spoken out against the negativity around the game
"Told Me to Get Out the McDonald's Applications" Ex-Highguard Developer Comments on the Negativity Surrounding the Game's Launch

A former Wildlight Entertainment developer who worked on Highguard criticizes the wave of negativity that hit the game before and after its release.

Neva is getting surprise DLC in February 2026
One of the Best, Most Critically-Acclaimed Games of 2024 is Getting a Surprise New Release This Month

One of the most lauded indie games of 2024 makes a surprise appearance at Sony's State of Play, announcing a new release fans can play this month.

Fortnite is introducing new anti-cheat requirements on PC
You Might Need to Make Some Changes to Your PC Settings to Keep Playing Fortnite Once February 19 Rolls Around

Epic Games unveils a big change coming to Fortnite on February 19 that may require PC players to adjust some of their settings to keep playing.

A retailer is giving away GTA 6 to parents who have a baby on release day
Gamers Have a Chance to Grab GTA 6 for Free, But There's a Huge Catch

Some gamers have the opportunity to receive a copy of Grand Theft Auto 6 for free, but the requirements to qualify for the offer rule are unusual.

GTA 6 has reached the halfway point between trailer 2 and its release date
We Are in the Endgame Now: It's Officially a Huge Turning Point for GTA 6

Grand Theft Auto 6 passes a major milestone as the hotly anticipated game inches closer to its release date after multiple delays.

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The rumored God of War Metroidvania spin-off could be a multiplatform release.
New God of War Game Leak is Something Completely Unexpected

A reputable leaker suggests the God of War spin-off game could break from series convention in a big way as the rumored release window gets closer.

Overwatch sees its highest weekend player count in over a year
Overwatch Officially Kicks Off Its Big Season 1 Comeback With Massive Player Count Spike

The recently rebranded Overwatch sees a considerable jump in its player counts across all platforms as Season 1's debut seems to win back fans.

Nioh 3 sets a series record for its concurrent Steam player count
A Non-FromSoftware Soulslike is Blowing Up on Steam

A Soulslike game not made by FromSoftware quickly gains traction on Steam, setting a new player count record for the series mere days after release.

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Hytale modders have added an MMO-style dungeon in just three weeks
Only 3 Weeks After Release, Hytale Modders Have Already Added an 'MMO-Style Dungeon'

Hytale modders manage to add MMO-style gameplay and areas to the early access title, despite the game having been out for less than a month.

Red Dead Redemption 2 could get a current-gen upgrade this year
Red Dead Redemption 2 Next-Gen Upgrade Gets Exciting and Encouraging Update

A noteworthy leaker reassures fans about the rumored Red Dead Redemption 2 next-gen upgrade as Rockstar pushes GTA 6 across the finish line.

Xbox may be releasing a new controller in 2026
New Xbox Controller With Special Feature Has Been Leaked

A reputable insider shares details on some of Xbox's upcoming plans, including a new controller with a special feature that could be released soon.

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Sony says it has enough RAM for PS5 stocks through 2026
Sony Issues Official Statement on RAM Shortage and How It Could Impact the PS5 Price
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Sony comments on the ongoing RAM shortage and how it might affect the PlayStation 5's price as many hardware companies reassess their pricing.

Black Myth: Wukong could get announced for Switch 2 soon
Rumor: Black Myth Wukong Leaked for Switch 2

A reputable leaker claims the 2024 action-RPG Black Myth: Wukong is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 and could be formally announced soon.

Obsidian is not working on The Outer Worlds 3 but plans on more Avowed games
Obsidian Has No Plans for The Outer Worlds 3, but an Avowed Sequel is Still on the Table

Obsidian head Feargus Urquhart offers a glimpse into the studio's future plans, but those hoping for The Outer Worlds 3 are in for disappointment.

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