Nick Rodriguez-Contributor

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August, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing, University of Illinois
Action RPG, From Software, Mass Effect
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About Nick Rodriguez

Nick is a freelance writer from Chicago, IL, with a BA in Creative Writing from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His lifelong belief in the artistic power of video games led him to contribute to The Best War Games and Screen Rant, platforms where he has managed to share helpful news content, thoughtful opinion pieces, and more than a few hot takes.

While he believes all gaming genres and categories have worth, Nick's interests lie primarily in the realm of single-player experiences, with hand-crafted stories, tight and challenging gameplay, and emotive, unique visual and audio design. On the industry side of things, he is committed to supporting creators, identifying and criticizing exploitation, and combating negativity and toxicity.

Aside from gaming, he enjoys long-distance running, reading, contributing to his blog, working on his Honda CX650C, writing fiction, and having a beer or two.

Favorite Games

- Bloodborne
- Disco Elysium
- Death Stranding
- Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
- Mass Effect 2
- Red Dead Redemption 2
- Dead Space
- Signalis
- Hades
- BioShock
- Super Mario Galaxy
- The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

Industry Focus

A bit of everything, but with a particular affinity for indie games, industry news, gaming events, and new technology.

Favorite Console

Easy win for the PS2.

Latest

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Why the Rumored Zelda: Wind Waker and Twilight Princess Remasters May Have Little Fanfare Before Release

There have long been murmurs about Zelda: Twilight Princess and Wind Waker remasters, but if they do arrive, it will likely be quietly.

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Starfield Flying Fallout Pip Boy
Starfield May Always Have the Leg Up on Fallout in One Area

Starfield might be a fledgling franchise compared to Fallout, but it already has one big advantage over its post-apocalyptic cousin.

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Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Is Already Proof of HW's Importance as a Sub-Series

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity may seem like little more than a no-frills spin-off, but it plays an important role in the broader Zelda story.

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MindsEye Should Be the Spark that Starts a GTA Wildfire

MindsEye definitely looks to be at least partially influenced by Grand Theft Auto, and if it turns out well, it should spark a chain reaction.

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What is Rematch, the Game That's Beating EA Sports FC on Steam?

Indie sports game Rematch is sweeping the Steam charts, beating stiff competition from EA and possible signaling a shift for soccer sims.

Enigma of Fear Key Art
Gory Horror Fans Shouldn't Sleep on Enigma of Fear

For horror fans who enjoy their games gruesome and gory with a touch of nu-retro charm, Enigma of Fear is a project to check out.

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Spider-Man Fans Shouldn't Miss Out On Lost Skies

Lost Skies is a strong and inventive survival game, but few could have anticipated that it would have a major commonality with Spider-Man.

Fallout Pre-War Neighborhood
The Case for a Fallout Game Set Entirely Before the Bombs Drop

While Fallout is, by definition, a post-apocalypse game, there could be merit in exploring an earlier part of the series' timeline.

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Haunted Chocolatier Shop
Haunted Chocolatier's Premise Hints at a Big Change to the Player's Home Base

Though Haunted Chocolatier is still rather mysterious, its premise suggests at least one major change to a core component of Stardew Valley.

God of War 2018 Jormungur World Snake
God of War’s Surprising Development Story Proves One Classic Adage True

God of War's 2018 reboot was a monumental release, and the game's ultimate success proves the value of one famous philosophy.

Switch 2 Next Mainline Zelda Game Turning Point
Why the Switch 2's Next Mainline Zelda Game Could Be a Turning Point

The Legend of Zelda has long been one of Nintendo's most important franchises, and it's at a crossroads going into the Switch 2 era.

Stardew Valley Cardinal Sins Explained
The Cardinal Sins of Stardew Valley Explained

Although it's been widely declared a "casual" game, Stardew Valley has some unspoken rules that shouldn't be transgressed for the best results.

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The Duskbloods Church
Bloodborne-Inspired or Not, The Duskbloods Should Wear Comparisons Like a Badge of Honor

The Duskbloods has been relentlessly compared to Bloodborne for obvious reasons, and FromSoftware should lean into such comparisons.

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Super Mario Party Jamboree Zelda Breath of the Wild
Every Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Game Confirmed For Launch

The Nintendo Switch 2 will be home to upgraded versions of several top-selling titles, hopefully making it the best place to play such games.

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The Duskbloods Bloodborne Eileen the Crow
After Duskbloods, FromSoftware Is Proving It Doesn't Need a Bloodborne 2

FromSoftware's upcoming Nintendo exclusive The Duskbloods looks decidedly Bloodborne-like, proving the iconic PS4 game doesn't need a sequel.

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The Outer Worlds 2 Elder Scrolls Faction
The Outer Worlds 2 Is Begging for One Elder Scrolls Faction Equivalent

The Outer Worlds 2's focus on player freedom could mingle with Bethesda's sprawling quest design for potentially fantastic results.

Fallout 4 Big Settlement
Fallout 5 Could Give Settlement Building More Purpose with One Narrative Direction

Settlement building has turned out to be quite a controversial element of Bethesda's games, and Fallout 5 might have a chance to improve it.

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Hogwarts Legacy's Sequel Should Go All or Nothing on Quidditch

The omission of quidditch in Hogwarts Legacy is definitely puzzling, leaving a gaping hole for the inevitable sequel to fill.

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Super Mario Galaxy 2 Lumas
15 Years Later, Super Mario Galaxy 2 Stands Out for a Painfully Obvious Reason

15 years ago, Super Mario Odyssey made franchise history, and Nintendo has yet to recreate a key aspect of its success and legacy.

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Injustice 3 Feature Rising Star
Injustice 3 Shouldn't Miss the Chance to Feature a Rising Star From the Comics

Whatever Injustice 3's final roster looks like, it ought to include one key hero recently introduced to the DC Comics pantheon.