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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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Mafia: The Old Country is departing from tradition in a big way, and this could either be a boon or a drawback, depending on how things shake out.
What Could Red Dead Redemption 3's Mexico/Guarma Equivalent Be?
The first two Red Dead Redemption games take players beyond the borders of the United States, and the threequel could do the same.
Why Borderlands' Toilet Humor Promise is More Important Than Ever
Borderlands 4 will reportedly be a bit more mature than previous entries, which will be more important than ever for one big reason.
Why Doom: The Dark Ages is Igniting Debate Over a Missing Feature
Doom: The Dark Ages makes some changes to a staple of modern Doom, which has stirred up a bit of discord within the franchise's fanbase.
After Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, the Sub-Series Should Return to its Roots
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment looks interesting, but it should return to its original vision sooner rather than later.
Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2 Could Be Poised to Continue a TGA Trend
With Ghost of Yotei and Death Stranding 2 slated to release in 2025, Sony could repeat a long-running trend at the next Game Awards.
Persona 6 Waiting Room Playlist
Persona 6 is likely still rather far off, but fans of the franchise have plenty of great alternatives to enjoy while they wait.
How Hogwarts Legacy 2 Can Overhaul One of Its Most Prevalent Enemy Types
Hogwarts Legacy has a lot of room for improvement, and that includes the way that it handles some of its more ubiquitous enemies.
15 Years Ago, Skate 3 Marked the End of an Era
Today marks the 15th birthday of Skate 3, a truly special entry in EA's seminal skateboarding trilogy, and the last true AAA skateboarding game.
Creature Keeper Review
Creature Keeper is a decent excursion for old-school RPG fans, but players seeking a more robust gaming experience may be left disappointed.
One Elden Ring Nightreign Class Sticks Out Like a Sore Thumb
Elden Ring Nightreign's release is imminent, and some recent information suggests that one Nightfarer will stand out from the crowd.
Cyberpunk 2077: Project Orion Waiting Room Playlist
It will be a while before CD Projekt Red releases Project Orion, but Cyberpunk fans have some strong options to explore in the meantime.
Death Stranding 2's 'Boss Skip' Feature Could Be a Game-Changer
Death Stranding 2 will implement a unique boss-skip mechanic, which could dramatically change how accessible it is for audiences.
Elden Ring Legend Let Me Solo Her's Toughest FromSoftware Boss Is Fair, But Surprising
In a recent YouTube video Let Me Solo Her hints at his biggest FromSoftware challenge, and it's not quite what many would expect.
Injustice 3 Newcomers Wish List
Injustice 3's character roster will arguably be its most important elements, so it's crucial that NetherRealm strike a good balance.
The LEGO Formula Would Be The Perfect Way for One DC Game to Get a Second Chance
Last year saw the historic flop of one hard-done-by DC Comics property in gaming, but a LEGO spin-off could give it a second chance.
Mass Effect 4 Should and Will Live or Die by Its Companions
Whatever Mass Effect 4 looks like, it will be paramount for it to stick the landing with its companions, as they are crucial to the series' identity.
Starfield Making the Jump to PS5 Would Have One Obvious Upside
Assuming Starfield does indeed make the long-rumored pivot to PlayStation, it would be enhanced in at least one fairly obvious way.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 Enemy Wish List
Hogwarts Legacy 2 could benefit from an expansion of the first game's enemy roster, and luckily, it has a large pool of creatures to draw from.
If Fallout 3 Gets the Oblivion Remastered Treatment, One Gameplay Update Needs to Happen
Fans have been clamoring for a Fallout 3 remaster for some time now, and if it ever comes, it will need to be joined by at least one big improvement.