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About James Ratcliff
James Ratcliff joined TheBestWarGames in 2022 as a Gaming News Writer. In 2023, James was offered a chance to become an occasional feature writer for different games and then a Senior Author in 2025. He is a third-generation Texan who has written professionally for over a decade at local newspapers, addressing various topics for his readers. Since 2024, James has shifted his complete focus to covering gaming news.
Favorite Games
James enjoys playing Final Fantasy, Zelda, Pokémon, and Warcraft series games! He is an avid Final Fantasy 14 player, and his main character is a Viera. Currently, his favorite Jobs are Paladin, White Mage, Viper, and Machinist. James plays on the Aether data center, and is willing to help newcomers!
Industry Focus
James focuses mainly on Gaming News but occasionally posts Features, Interviews, and Tier Lists. His favorite series to write about include Final Fantasy, Pokemon, Warcraft, and Zelda, as well as various indie titles like Vampire Survivors, Palworld, and Among Us.
Favorite Console
At age 6, James was gifted a Sega Genesis that included Sonic the Hedgehog 2 as the pack-in game. Though James' first console was the Genesis, his favorite is the PS2! With titles such as Final Fantasy 10, Kingdom Hearts 2, and Okami, Sony's second console holds a special place in his collection.
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Nintendo Switch Online Users Now Have Two More Game Boy Classics to Play
Nintendo surprises Switch Online subscribers with a fresh shadowdrop of two classic Game Boy titles from the early 90s.
"We Deeply Apologize" Pokemon Company Issues Statement After Canceling Controversial Event
The Pokemon Company cancels an event at a controversial location and issues an official statement on the matter.
Nintendo Issues Official Statement on Potential for Switch 2 Price Increase
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa weighs in on the potential for a price increase of the Switch 2 console going into the next fiscal year.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is Cracking Down on Cheaters in Season 2
The Call of Duty development team shares details on how Black Ops 7 and Warzone will crack down on ranked play cheaters in the upcoming Season 2.
Final Fantasy 14 Has a Limited-Time Dungeon Inspired by Overcooked
Final Fantasy 14's annual Valentione's Day event is back with some new cosmetic rewards, and a fresh dungeon that Overcooked fans may enjoy.
The OG Final Fantasy 7 Is Being Delisted on Steam, But It's Going to Be Replaced With a New Version With More Features
Square Enix announces that the 2013 version of Final Fantasy 7 on Steam will soon be delisted and replaced by a new port with additional features.
Rumor: The Next Nintendo Direct Could Come Sooner Than You Think
A Nintendo Direct may air as soon as this week, as rumored details about an upcoming broadcast from Nintendo make the rounds across social media.
New Fantasy MMORPG on Steam Could Be Facing Potential Shutdown
One of Steam's latest fantasy MMORPGs could be headed toward a shutdown less than two months after the game's early access launch on the platform.
How Helldivers 2 Sales on Xbox Compared to PlayStation and PC
The latest sales figures for Helldivers 2 are in, and the numbers state how the game fares on Xbox consoles compared to PS5 and Steam.
The Switch 2 Version of Dispatch Comes With a Giant Asterisk Attached
Although the Switch and Switch 2 versions of Dispatch are now available, the new ports come with a major caveat for buyers to keep in mind.
New World of Warcraft Discord Quest Gets You a Free Cosmetic Item
World of Warcraft players have a limited time to participate in a new Discord Quest that will reward a free cosmetic item for their collections.
Final Fantasy 14 Releases First Content Update of 2026
Final Fantasy 14 launches its first new content update of 2026, bringing updates to two ongoing endgame features for players to enjoy.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Director Confirms New Details About Part 3
Final Fantasy 7 Remake game director Naoki Hamaguchi shares key details about the upcoming third part of Square Enix's fan-favorite RPG saga.
Highguard Is Already Drawing Major Attention on Steam
New PVP raid shooter Highguard is already off to a fast start on Steam, as the game draws a mix of attention from thousands of players.
World of Warcraft: Midnight Could See Fan-Favorite Feature Come to Player Housing Neighborhoods
One of the most-liked features by World of Warcraft players could arrive in player housing neighborhoods during the upcoming Midnight expansion.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Just Leaked Online
Ubisoft's plans for the Rayman franchise's 30th anniversary leak online, with sources claiming that a new game project may be in the works.
Marvel Rivals 40K Tournament Host Comments on the Kingsman Drama
Marvel Rivals tournament organizer BasimZB shares his thoughts on the controversy with Kingsman265 that happened during the Deadpool Creators Cup.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A Details Ranked Battle Season 6 Start Date and Rewards
Pokemon Legends: Z-A players will soon have a limited time to compete in the sixth season of Ranked Battles and earn some exclusive rewards.
Hytale Reveals Patch Notes for the Game's Next Update, Coming Soon
Hytale unveils some changes coming in the game's second early access update, including some cosmetic additions and new items for players to use.
Donald Trump is Being Blamed for the Lack of a Resident Evil Requiem Collector's Edition
Resident Evil Requiem will not have a physical collector's edition, and some say that the policies of US President Donald Trump are to blame.