Nathan Hilditch-Contributor

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October, 2024
Postgraduate Degree in Film and Video Production
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About Nathan Hilditch

Nathan is a lifelong gamer, harkening back to a misspent youth blasting Kirby Superstar and Super Mario All-Stars on his bedroom floor. Some of us are that old. This began a long-term love affair with Nintendo and, in particular, Kirby because, as one popular meme put it, he is small, he brawl, but most importantly, he loves us all. 

Platformers and Metroidvanias are his niche but he does occasionally venture out into more combat-oriented games, particularly if said combat is turn-based. Aside from gaming, Nathan is also passionate about writing so this really just lined up perfectly. 

Favorite Console

Easily the Nintendo Switch, I'm a Nintendo guy through and through and it's literally all there in one place, barring a few Gamecube and DS titles. 

Favorite Games

- Kirby Superstar
- Shantae and The Pirates Curse
- Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
- Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
- Blue Fire
- Death's Door
- The Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Fire Emblem: Three Houses
 

Favorite Anime

I don't know that I'd consider myself versed in anime. There are a lot of heavy hitters I haven't seen, but at both ends of the spectrum, Attack on Titan and One Punch Man are definitely amongst my favourite shows. 

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7 Weirdest Platformers on the PS1

The original PlayStation was home to some beloved classics, but there were some wonderfully weird forgotten gems as well.

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7 Games Where Movement is the Primary Obstacle

These games treat movement as a mechanic, where controlling the playable character can be hilarious, quirky, frustrating, and a lot of fun.

Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
7 Best Platformers To Play While Waiting For A New Mario Game

A new Mario game is bound to release sooner or later, but these games can hold you over until it arrives.

Etemon, Piedmon, Bagramon
8 Best Digimon Villains

The Digimon series has seen some compelling villains over the years. These are the best of the bunch.

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Star Trek: 8 Most Beloved Characters, Ranked

The Star Trek universe is home to an array of unforgettable figures. Out of them all, however, these are arguably the most beloved of the bunch.

It Follows, Pearl and Pontypool
8 Best Horror Films You've Probably Never Seen

While there are many well known horror movies, there are just as many incredible films that go unnoticed.

Homer to the Max, Trilogy of Error and The Wizard of Evergreen Terrace
10 Best Simpsons Episodes From Season 10-19, Ranked

Some of the best Simpsons episodes of all time were in the show's season 10-19 run.

Designated Survivor, Madam Secretary and Borgen
7 Best Political Drama Series To Stream, Ranked

Craving some political drama that isn't rolling in via news headlines? Streaming these excellent political series will certainly fit the bill.

Parasite Eve, Final Fantasy 7 and Vagrant Story
8 Best 32-Bit JRPGs, Ranked

The 32-bit era was sandwiched between two legendary console generations, but even so, it featured some of the greatest JRPGs of all time.

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7 Most Iconic Child Vampires in Movies, Ranked

Creepy children have long been a staple of horror, and these young vampires are some of the best examples.

The Sympathizer, Kidding and Apple Cider Vinegar
10 Best Limited Series To Binge In A Weekend, Ranked

Limited series make for the perfect binge-watch, with short, single-season stories that always wrap up before they run out of steam.

Animash: Animal Creator, Pokemon Go, My Singing Monsters
8 Best Monster Collecting Games On Mobile, Ranked

For great monster collecting games on the go, check out these fantastic monster collecting games available on mobile devices.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Dishonored, Hitman 3
8 Best Xbox Series Games Like Assassin's Creed, Ranked

For players looking for an Xbox Series alternative to Assassin's Creed, these games each deliver something familiar for fans of the series.

Die Hard, Shoot 'Em Up, Rambo First Blood
8 Best One-Person Army Movies, Ranked

For audiences who want to see someone take on armies with just their two hands and their wits, these adrenaline-pumping movies are worth checking out.

Super Mario RPG, Chrono Trigger, Dragon Quest XI S
8 Best 16-Bit JRPGs, Ranked

The 16-bit era was formative for the JRPG, and even though the style has been adopted for modern nostalgia value, its retro roots still sing today.

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Best Games To Play If You Love Spyro The Dragon

Spyro the Dragon has arguably never been more popular, and with Crash getting a fourth mainline entry, fans are itching for a game like Spyro.

Spirit Tracks, Echoes of Wisdom, Wind Waker HD
7 Best Zelda Games For Kids, Ranked

For younger gamers eager to delve into the Legend of Zelda franchise, these games are perfect for young newcomers to the series.

The Good, The Bad, The Weird, Oldboy, The Host
8 Best Korean Movies For Beginners

For those looking to dive into the world of Korean cinema, here are some of the best movies to check out.

Calling All Creeps, The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight, Attack of the Jack-O'-Lanterns
8 Best Goosebumps Stories Yet To Be Adapted For The Hulu Series

Hulu's Goosebumps show has adapted many of the series' iconic novels so far, but these great stories are still waiting for their ticket to streaming.

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7 Best Sumo Digital Games, Ranked

Recently purchased by Tencent, Sumo Digital has grown from an indie dev into a triple-A studio, with classic games shared across platforms and decades

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