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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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Tears of the Kingdom Can't Be the End of the Line for Zelda's Overworld Bosses

Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom feature several solid optional boss battles, and this concept should be built upon in future games.

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How The Elder Scrolls 6's Formula Should Change After Starfield

Bethesda Game Studios' approach to RPG design is on full display in Starfield, and the next Elder Scrolls should shake up this formula.

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Assassin's Creed's Timeline is on the Verge of Getting Extra Messy

The overarching Assassin's Creed story has always been convoluted, but upcoming games could make things even harder to follow.

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BioShock 4 Combat Must Take a Plunge Where Past Games Dipped Their Toes

The BioShock series has dabbled in build crafting, but BioShock 4 could make major strides to enhance flexibility and RPG progression options.

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10 Years On, Dark Souls 2 Is Still FromSoftware's Black Sheep

FromSoftware's post-Demon's Souls output has been a nonstop train of success, but many believe the studio stumbled a bit with Dark Souls 2.

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The Case For and Against BioShock 4 Being a Soft Reboot

The premise of Cloud Chamber's in-development BioShock game is unknown, as it may or may not follow the narrative framework from previous games.

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How GTA 6 Can Take Car Customization to the Next Level

True to its name, Grand Theft Auto has always placed a premium on automobiles, and GTA 6 can expand this vehicular focus with better customization.

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One Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Area is Likely Going to Get Very Meta

One infamous FromSoftware trope will appear in Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, and it's bound to involve a number of references and memes.

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Cyberpunk 2077 and Starfield Fans Should Keep an Eye on Universe Has No Favorites

Upcoming game Universe Has No Favorites is offering something unique in the sci-fi gaming landscape, and may appeal to Starfield and Cyberpunk fans.

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All Lies of P Cut Content Explained

Lies of P's enthralling fantasy world was once a bit bigger, as developers Neowiz and Round 8 Studios had to cut some content from the game.

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Warner Bros. Wants to Focus on Live Service Games Instead of 'One-and-Done' Titles Like Hogwarts Legacy

Warner Bros. states that it is looking to shift its focus away from single-player games and double down on free-to-play and mobile games.

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The Next Battlefield Could Be Best Served By Taking a Spec Ops: The Line Approach

Spec Ops: The Line is remembered as one of the most important war games of its time, and Battlefield would do well to learn from it.

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Sony Patent Could Lead to AI Game Streams

A recently published patent from Sony could lead to the implementation of a form of video game streaming based entirely on AI.

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Assassin's Creed Red Wish List

Assassin's Creed Red, if executed well, could serve as a significant leap forward for Ubisoft's flagship stealth-action franchise.

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God of War: Is Atreus Ready for the Mantle of Protagonist?

Atreus will most likely take over as the lead of God of War, and many fans may be wondering if the character is ready for this role.

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Why the PS5's Lack of First-Party Exclusives in 2024 Might Be a Blessing in Disguise
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PlayStation owners have lamented Sony's decision not to release any major first-party games until 2025, but this could actually be a good thing.

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PlayStation-Owned Studio Accused of Having a 'Toxic Culture'

In the wake of Sony's headline-making layoffs, one of its PlayStation studios has been accused of fostering a toxic workplace.

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GTA 6 and Red Dead 3 Will Have a Symbiotic Relationship

Players looked for GTA 6 hints in Red Dead 2 with a fine-tooth comb, and history will likely repeat itself when GTA 6 releases.

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After God of War Ragnarok's Valhalla DLC, Kratos Has More Than Earned His Retirement

Kratos made a triumphant return in God of War Ragnarok's Valhalla DLC, and the expansion should be his last appearance as the series' star.

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Stardew Valley Fans Should Keep Tabs on Traveller's Rest

Traveller's Rest is aiming to offer a fresh take on the business management genre, and it might be a great fit for Stardew Valley fans.