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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

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.

Dataminers have discovered the meaning behind the Fallout countdown timer
Dataminers Have Figured Out What the Fallout Countdown Clock is Counting Down To, and It's Not What You Think

Fallout fans discover what the mysterious countdown clock on the show's Season 2 website is for, and it's disappointing news for fans of the games.

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The Switch is now Nintendo's best-selling console ever
The Switch Has Officially Beaten the DS to Become Nintendo's Best-Selling Console of All Time

Nintendo reveals that the original Switch is now the company's best-selling console of all time, as the Switch 2 continues to fly off store shelves.

A former Bethesda dev says The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5 face unreasonably high expectations
'They Have Their Work Cut Out for Them' Ex-Bethesda Dev Comments on The Elder Scrolls 6's High Expectations

A former Bethesda dev comments on how the studio's impossibly high expectations could impact how fans receive The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5.

PlayStation 5 air vent side next to DualSense controller close-up
One of the Biggest PS5 Exclusives of 2026 Could Come to Xbox Before the Year is Up

A small but important detail suggests a highly anticipated PlayStation 5 console exclusive could become available to Xbox users before 2026 is over.

The custom-built Ningtendo PXBOX 5 hybrid console
This All-in-One Console Packs a PS5, Xbox Series X, and Switch 2 Into One System
PS5

A dedicated hardware modder combines a PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2 into a single all-in-one console, and it actually works.

Devs from other studios defend Highguard amid widespread criticism.
'Game Development Runs on Optimism' Devs Defend Highguard Amid Negative Reviews

Game developers from across the industry rush to Highguard's defense as the hero shooter faces widespread backlash from fans and critics alike.

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