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About James Ratcliff
James Ratcliff joined The Best War Games 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, addressing various topics for his readers.
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.
Latest
Cyberpunk 2077 Will Use Nvidia DLSS Technology on Switch 2
CD Projekt Red confirms that the Switch 2 port of Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will use Nvidia's DLSS upscaling technology during gameplay.
Final Fantasy 14 Composer Comments on Whether a Rhythm Minigame Could Work in the Game
Final Fantasy 14's renowned composer Masayoshi Soken comments on whether adding a rhythm-style minigame could be possible in the MMORPG.
One Of The Best 3D Platformers Of All Time Is On Sale For Next To Nothing
Steam users have just a few days to purchase one of the top 3D platforming games of all time for less than a dollar in the US.
New Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Code Gets You A Free Generation 8 Pokemon
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players have a few months to claim a popular Generation 8 critter via a new code distribution event.
GameStop Confirms When Its Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Will Go Live
Popular retailer GameStop reveals the exact time that its customers can pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2, both in person and online.
At Least 1 Switch 2 Game Cartridge Will Seemingly Work on Original Switch
A developer confirms that one of their upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles will also include the original Switch version on the same game card.
Kingdom Hearts All-in-One Package Getting Physical Release, But There's a Catch
Square Enix confirms that some lucky fans can soon pick up a physical PS4 re-release of the Kingdom Hearts All-In-One Package.
World Of Warcraft Reveals New Twitch Drop For Patch 11.1.5 Launch
To celebrate Patch 11.1.5, World of Warcraft reveals a new Twitch Drop that players can earn after watching content from participating channels.
Xbox Makes Big Change to Game Streaming Feature
Xbox confirms that the Game Pass Ultimate's 'stream your own game' feature has reached a major milestone that gamers will benefit from.
Final Fantasy 14 Releases New Outfits, But There's A Catch
Square Enix reveals two new outfit ensembles for Final Fantasy 14 players to collect, though each cosmetic offer carries some caveats.
Pokemon Fan Creates Mega Evolutions for Legends: Z-A Starters
A Pokemon Legends: Z-A fan artist creates and shares some interesting Mega Evolution concepts for Feraligatr, Meganium, and Emboar.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Date in US and Canada Reportedly Leaks
According to an industry insider, the Switch 2's highly anticipated pre-order window in the US and Canada could come sooner than fans expect.
Twitch Gives Update About Video on Demand Content
Twitch offers content creators an update about an upcoming limit to be imposed on certain video-on-demand content this year.
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Could Be Hit Hard by Latest Trump Tariff Change
A manufacturing industry firm shares a grim update on how much the Switch 2 could cost in the US due to the Trump administration's tariffs.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Reveal Easter Seven-Star Tera Raid
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet pull back the curtain on an Easter weekend Seven-Star Tera Raid battle for trainers to challenge.
Nintendo Reveals Look at Switch Online App Menu on Switch 2
Nintendo gives gamers the first official glimpse of how the Switch Online App will look on the Switch 2 compared to the original Switch.
Persona 5 Fan Shows Off Panther Cosplay
A Persona 5 fan takes to social media to share their cosplay of Ann "Panther" Takamaki, one of the more popular members of the Phantom Thieves.
Final Fantasy 14 Callback Event Offers In-Game Rewards and a Week of Free Play Time
The Final Fantasy 14 Callback Campaign returns following the launch of Patch 7.2, with rewards and free game time available to participating players.
Palworld Fan Art Imagines Human Form for Lunaris
A Palworld fan artist takes the popular Pal called Lunaris and draws a depiction of the moon-based critter as a human.
Nintendo Fans Are Successfully Shutting Down Switch 2 Scalpers
Some Nintendo fans are taking the fight to scalpers trying to sell Switch 2 preorders on eBay, as listings are being swiftly shut down.