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About LB Beistad

LB Beistad is a writer and musician based in Nashville, TN. Her love of gaming began with her cousin introducing her to Banjo Kazooie and Jak and Daxter. It was love at first play. Since then, she has grown a love specifically for narrative driven games and platformers.

Favorite Games

This is too hard of a question, so I'm making a top 5 list (in no particular order):

- Jak and Daxter
- The Last of Us Part 2
- Death Stranding 2
- Death's Door
- Alan Wake 2

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Any time I'm able to beat a horror game I feel like I need some sort of trophy since I'm such a jumpy mess. 

Favorite Console

When it comes to the current gen consoles, I think they're all great in their own ways, but my best gaming memories have been with the PS2, so I'll have to go with that. 

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Why The Nintendo Switch 2 Could Be the Perfect Home for a Recent Horror Game
Why The Nintendo Switch 2 Could Be the Perfect Home for a Recent Horror Game

Many are eager to learn about the Switch 2's release lineup, and one of last year's most unique indie horror hits could be perfect.

Why Intergalactic and Saros Likely Won't Encroach on Santa Monica's Rumored Sci-Fi Game
Why Intergalactic and Saros Likely Won't Encroach on Santa Monica's Rumored Sci-Fi Game

Some of Sony's biggest studios are jumping into sci-fi waters, and Santa Monica Studio's rumored project is bound to set itself apart.

PlayStation's Next AI Character Feels Like a No-Brainer
PlayStation's Next AI Character Feels Like a No-Brainer

Sony's leaked AI chat model has made waves, and instead of using Aloy, one of PlayStation's newest characters is a better fit.

Vehicles in Helldivers 2 Could Be the Key to a Big Map Upgrade
Vehicles in Helldivers 2 Could Be the Key to a Big Map Upgrade

As vehicles become more accessible in Helldivers 2, the game now has the perfect opportunity to bring maps to the next level.

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Tropical Islands Aren't the Only Far Cry Setting That Deserve a Revisit
Tropical Islands Aren't the Only Far Cry Setting That Deserve a Revisit

While a return to island settings could be exciting for the next Far Cry, revisiting other locations may hold even more potential.

The Last of Us' HBO Future May Have Revealed More About Part 3 Than Meets the Eye
The Last of Us' HBO Future May Have Revealed More About Part 3 Than Meets the Eye

Season 2 of The Last of Us is imminent, and HBO's plans for the series could hint at what's in store for the future of the games.

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God of War: Why You Should Start Over in 2025

God of War boasts a long history in the industry, and 2025 marks the best time for longtime fans of the franchise to jump back in.

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Sony’s Choice of Aloy as Its AI Chat Bot Cuts Against the Horizon Series’ Grain
Sony’s Choice of Aloy as Its AI Chat Bot Cuts Against the Horizon Series’ Grain

A recent report has revealed that Sony is working on AI chat bots, and the use of Horizon's Aloy as a demo is a bizarre choice.

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Fallout Could Be Oddly Perfect for the Monster Hunter Formula

Fallout and Monster Hunter don't have much in common, but the latter's premise could work wonders for Bethesda's apocalyptic franchise.

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Why Fallout 5 May Be Wise to Keep VATS
Why Fallout 5 May Be Wise to Keep VATS

It's unclear what Fallout 5 will offer, but when it comes to the franchise's iconic VATS system, the mechanic deserves a comeback.

Future Helldivers 2 Planets Can't Risk Walking the Same Narrative Path as Meridia
Future Helldivers 2 Planets Can't Risk Walking the Same Narrative Path as Meridia

Now that the Meridia Singularity has destroyed Angel's Venture, future events in Helldivers 2 can't keep recycling old tricks.

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Red Dead Redemption 2's O'Driscolls May Not Be The Worst Enemy Gang
Red Dead Redemption 2's O'Driscolls May Not Be The Worst Enemy Gang

The O'Driscolls may be the Van der Linde gang's greatest foe in the Wild West, but one Red Dead Redemption faction gives them a run for their money.

Why Steam Users Should Check Out This Big New Hit
Why Steam Users Should Check Out This Big New Hit

Steam is fertile soil for indie games to blow up seemingly overnight, and one of the platform's newest horror hits is worth a try.

Resident Evil Has Everything Needed to Let Its Leading Ladies Hold Down Their Own Game
Resident Evil Has Everything Needed to Let Its Leading Ladies Hold Down Their Own Game

The many characters of Resident Evil are the heart of the series, and the franchise's women are deserving of their own story.

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The Case For and Against Hazelight Studios Making a Single-Player Game
The Case For and Against Hazelight Studios Making a Single-Player Game

So far, developer Hazelight Studios has made its name through co-op games, but a single-player project could open more doors.

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Split Fiction Isn’t It Takes Two, and That’s Great
Split Fiction Isn’t It Takes Two, and That’s Great

Split Fiction is the follow-up to It Takes Two, and while both are strong co-op stories, the former's approach stands on its own.

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Split Fiction Proves That Bigger Isn't Always Better

Split Fiction tells a story of fantasy and sci-fi, but one of its greatest strengths is that it doesn't overstay its welcome.

Split Fiction Fans May Want to Keep an Eye On This Intriguing Action-Adventure Title
Split Fiction Fans May Want to Keep an Eye On This Intriguing Action-Adventure Title

Split Fiction brings fantasy and sci-fi together, but Hazelight Studio's co-op adventure isn't the only title taking this approach.

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Fable has unfortunately been pushed back to next year, but thankfully Split Fiction could be a good appetizer while fans wait.