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.

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The next Ghost of Tsushima game might be better off featuring a different protagonist and leaving Jin Sakai's story untouched.

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For Kingdom Hearts 4, Square Enix may want to consider upping the dosage of Final Fantasy content while reeling in Disney's contributions.

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A Batman Beyond Game Should Be Born from the Ashes of the Canceled Movie Pitch

A currently unused idea for a Batman Beyond animated film would be the perfect starting point for a video game based on the series.

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Cyberpunk 2077's Sequel Might Be Betting Big on a Smart Feature

One key RPG feature in Cyberpunk 2077 was a bit underbaked, and CD Projekt Red could be doubling down on this feature in its sequel.

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A future God of War game might want to look to a contentious God of War: Ascension feature when expanding its gameplay offerings.

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Silent Hill, one of the most revered horror franchises in gaming, is in danger of disconnecting with what made it successful in the first place.

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A sequel to Elden Ring has a chance to offer an even bigger map, but the game can succeed without a major increase in scope and scale.

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Sony Stock Loses $10 Billion in Value

Sony's stock value plummets following the company's reevaluation of PlayStation sales and the reveal of additional financial data.

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The concept of a Star Wars game led by Grogu of The Mandalorian fame has promise, but it could also come with some complications.

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Little is known about Insomniac's upcoming Venom game, but fans can probably expect at least one departure from tradition in its early hours.

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Crowsworn Looks Like a Marriage Between Hollow Knight and Bloodborne

An upcoming indie game called Crowsworn looks to be melding the Metroidvania elements of Hollow Knight with the aesthetic of Bloodborne.

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The Next Animal Crossing Game Can't Reduce Tom Nook to a Villainous Landlord

Animal Crossing greatly expanded Tom Nook's business enterprise in New Horizons, and the next game in the series can't turn back the dial.

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Stardew Valley Fans Should Check Out Its Downtown Zuzu Mod

A massive Stardew Valley mod lets players visit Yuzu City, offering a fitting urban contrast to the game's idyllic rural setting.

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Silent Hill is back in action, with several upcoming games in works, as Konami works to bring the horror franchise into the modern era.

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Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC may or may not visit the fabled Badlands, but it might be best for the expansion to stay away from the region.

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Hades 2 Wish List

Hades 2 will follow one of the most beloved roguelikes of all time, expanding and evolving its already fantastic foundations.

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Sucker Punch may want to take some notes from the upcoming Rise of the Ronin when it comes to Ghost of Tsushima 2's traversal.

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Capcom is primed to deliver a great survival horror experience with Resident Evil 9, but there are a few key points that should be addressed.

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