Chad Thesen-Contributor

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April, 2024
Has a Bachelor's in Assorted Computer Sciences, and is a qualified biostatistician for clinical studies. Been a Valnet writer since March 2023.
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About Chad Thesen

Chad Thesen is a passionate fan of anime, video games, series, and films (Both animated and live-action). Many years of experience have left him with a deep knowledge of these mediums' intricacies and nuances. He loves discussing his observations of games and shows with others who share these interests. He is up-to-date on the latest news and trends in the industry and is also skilled at analyzing and critiquing these mediums to provide thoughtful insight. He started writing with Dualshockers and is now a part of The Best War Games.

Favorite Console

I started my gaming journey with a Sega Megadrive Bundle back in 1991, which included the very first entry in the Sonic The Hedgehog franchise. I would later migrate over to Sony consoles with the original PlayStation in 1996 — and all subsequent PlayStation consoles since. Out of all the PlayStation, PS3 has provided me with some of the best experiences and stands as my favorite.

Favorite Games

I have always had a deep love for puzzle games, Action Adventure, RPG, and Platformer games. These are genres that can set up a very specific task within specific parameters, and see how well a player can accomplish this predefined goal. Some of my favorite games would come from the Ratchet & Clank, Dragon Quest, and everything developed by Naughty Dog.

Industry Focus

I was a writer for Dualshockers for over a year, honing and perfecting my skills by writing almost 600 articles. Over time, I also contributed to the updating of other writers' works to make sure they were up to date and that they adhered to an expected level of quality. I have since moved over to The Best War Games, where I intend to provide the highest level of quality to submissions.
 

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Throne and Liberty: 7 Best Weapons for Leveling

Know which weapons are best for clearing through the story in record time.

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Dragon Quest games dramatically vary in playtime, and playing through them all is no easy task.

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Optimus Prime has a very iconic voice, but many different and talented voice actors have been able to do the role justice over the decades.

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Some games just look, perform, or feel better when played on a different system, and these games are great on the Switch.

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The PS5 is a beast of a gaming console. So its fitting that it would have some graphically demanding, and visually stunning, Action JRPGs on it.

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It's always rewarding to be prepared before starting a new journey into a new game. Here's what you need to know before venturing into Veilguard.

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Different classes means different playstyles, be sure to use the one you enjoy playing the most.

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With only three Polaroids to find in Chapter 5 of Life is Strange: Double Exposure, players need to keep their eyes peeled.

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Life Is Strange: Double Exposure - All Polaroid Locations For Chapter 4

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Headbanger is the first real challenge of Windblown and will be waiting at the end of The Factory.

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Windblown: Every Leaper Design

There are plenty of different Leaper designs for players to enjoy in Windblown, including one for completing the game and another for playing its demo

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Windblown: Beginner's Tips and Tricks

These tips and tricks can help you perform better during runs, find more materials for upgrades, and raise your odds of success in Windblown.

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