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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 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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Final Fantasy 14 Players Are Experiencing Payment Issues
Following Square Enix's payment processor changes, some Final Fantasy 14 players claim to have issues using certain payment methods.
The FCC Is Restoring Net Neutrality After 7 Years
In a 3-2 decision, the United States Federal Communications Commission votes to restore net neutrality rules that were repealed in 2017.
Blizzard is Shutting Down the WoW Companion App
After several years of service, Blizzard confirms that the World of Warcraft Companion App will be retired when The War Within expansion launches.
Every Feature Confirmed for Final Fantasy 14's Dawntrail Expansion So Far
The fifth expansion for Final Fantasy 14, Dawntrail will be packed with features, including the game's first big graphical update since its relaunch.
World of Warcraft: The Unwritten Rules of Playing a Death Knight Explained
As the first Hero class of World of Warcraft, the Death Knight's mastery of necromancy and destruction has left a trail for other players to follow.
Why Final Fantasy 16’s ‘Cascade’ Music is Such a Big Deal
As one of the main themes of Final Fantasy 16's second DLC, The Rising Tide, 'Cascade' is a piece that serves as a fitting bookend to the game.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Announce Highly-Requested Paradox Tera Raids
Following a break from Tera raid content, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet announce the return of two highly-requested Paradox Pokemon as five-star bosses.
Final Fantasy 16's Latest Update Makes Its Cutest Feature Even Better
With the release of The Rising Tide DLC, Final Fantasy 16 throws players a bone and improves one of the game's cutest main features.
Pokemon Fan Art Imagines Mega Evolution for Jynx
A Pokemon fan artist creates a concept of a potential Mega Evolution for Jynx and shares the inspirations behind their Mega Jynx's design.
World of Warcraft Reveals When Plunderstorm Will End
Over a month after its surprise launch with Patch 10.2.6, Blizzard reveals when World of Warcraft: Plunderstorm will officially end its current run.
Final Fantasy 14 Announces Changes to Player Blacklist
During the 14-Hour Broadcast, Final Fantasy 14 confirms that a significant upgrade to the player blacklist feature will arrive in Dawntrail.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 May Come Out Sooner Than Expected
Though Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth were released four years apart, fans may not have to wait as long for the third part of the series.
What to Expect From Final Fantasy 14's Massive Anniversary Stream
With Dawntrail just over two months away, Final Fantasy 14 will put a bookend on its 10th-anniversary celebrations via its annual, 14-hour broadcast.
Vampire Survivors is Crossing Over With Contra
During the Triple-I Initiative broadcast, Vampire Survivors reveals that its fourth DLC will be a crossover expansion with Konami's Contra series.
Blizzard and NetEase Team Up Again After Destruction of Orc Statue Last Year
A year after Blizzard exited the Chinese market, the company renews its partnership with NetEase and discusses its plans to return to China this year.
Something Terrible Has Happened to the Pokemon Stuck in the Global Trading System
With the shutdown of 3DS online services, some Pokemon fans share the terrible fates of Pokemon left behind in the Global Trading System.
Pokemon Fan Designs New Pokemon Inspired by the Eclipse
Inspired by the 2024 solar eclipse, a Pokemon fan creates a new creature, using two preexisting Pokemon as the base for their art.
Final Fantasy 14 Releases Detailed 14-Hour Broadcast Schedule
To cap off the game's 10th anniversary celebrations, Final Fantasy 14 reveals a detailed look at what viewers can expect during the 14-hour broadcast.
AMD Lowers Price of Radeon RX 7900 XTX RDNA 3 GPU
According to sources, AMD has lowered the price of its current flagship graphics card, the Radeon RX 7900 XTX, to keep up with the market.