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About Stephen LaGioia
Stephen is an avid Nintendo, Indie, and retro gamer of 30 years who dabbles in Xbox, mainly in the form of binge sessions of Overwatch. He's a history buff, an aspiring writer of short fiction, and a devout metalhead who enjoys poorly drumming along to Black Sabbath on his cheap drum set. When his beloved Chicago Cubs or Bulls are not playing, he typically likes to watch obscure documentaries or campy horror films.
Stephen has spent a decade writing extensively about video games, film, and television. He graduated with degrees in History (minor in English) as well as Animation.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
Attending the Electronic Entertainment Expo as media in 2017 and 2018, and getting exclusive looks (and demos) of so many awesome upcoming games... A close second would be getting 101% in Donkey Kong 64.
Favorite Games
Super Mario series (and Mario Kart), Overwatch, Starcraft, Gears of War, Donkey Kong Country, Pokemon Red/Blue, Super Mario RPG, (modern) Assassin's Creed, Borderlands, Super Smash Bros, Roller Coaster Tycoon.
Generally speaking - a dynamic and rewarding, yet accessible ARPG, platformer, RTS, or action game (typically open-world or expansive) is likely to captivate me.
I also tend to have a soft spot for the more action-oriented and imaginative indie titles - especially those that genre-bend, like Minecraft, Terraria, and Dave the Diver. I still contend that the 16-bit era was the Golden Age of Gaming - so naturally, I enjoy many SNES and Genesis titles from the '90s.
Favorite TV Shows
The Twilight Zone, Breaking Bad, South Park, Game of Thrones, Squid Game, Spartacus, Vikings, Everybody Loves Raymond.
Latest
Forza Horizon 5: 8 Hidden Locations You Might Have Missed
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Super Mario 64: 8 Awesome Fan Games/ROM Hacks You Need To Try
Fans have certainly been creative in keeping Super Mario 64 alive. Players should check out these stellar fan games and ROM hacks.
Nintendo: 8 Weirdest Things That Donkey Kong Has Done
Over the course of his long history, Donkey Kong has done some strange things here and there. These stand out as his weirdest decisions.
Forza Horizon 4: 15 Of The Best Cars For Jumps
If you're a fan of getting airtime, these are the best cars for jumps in Forza Horizon 4.
Overwatch: The 13 Strongest DPS Heroes
DPS heroes are a vital part of any Overwatch team, but which characters on the current roster stand out as the best options?
Hades: Every Way To Obtain & Replenish Death Defiance
In Hades, the Death Defiance ability can really come in handy. Here's everything you need to know about obtaining and replenishing Death Defiance.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: How To Complete The Tilting The Balance Quest
Completing the Tilting the Balance quest in Assassin's Creed Valhalla is a bit tricky. Here's what you need to know to succeed.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: How To Complete The Chipping Away Quest
Chipping Away is a fun quest to complete in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, but it has a few stumbling blocks. This guide will lead players through it.
Minecraft: How To Use And Install OptiFine
OptiFine is an essential mod for any Minecraft player wanting to use shaders or enhance their graphics performance. Here's how to get it and use it.
10 Best Shmups For Newcomers To The Genre
Shoot 'em ups, or "shmups," can be a hard genre to get into due to their difficulty. These titles are perfect for new players trying their hand.
Ranking All of Rocket League's Platform-Exclusive Cars
Rocket League is available on several different platforms, and all of them offer exclusive vehicles. But which of these is the best?
Pokemon Sword & Shield: The 20 Strongest Steel Pokemon, Ranked
Pokemon Sword & Shield is filled with all types of pocket monsters, including some very strong and useful Steel Types.
10 PS2 Games That Looked Amazing for Their Time (But Didn't Age Well)
These PS2 games looked amazing at the time of their release. But as the years passed, they just couldn't hold up to modern standards.
The Best Pokemon Games of the 2000s
The 2000s was a great decade for Pokemon fans, with many of the franchise's classic titles coming from that era. These stand out as the best of them.
10 Things Most Players Missed In Eternal Darkness
Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem is a Nintendo GameCube classic, and the horror game has quite a few secrets.
15 Games To Play If You Like Forza Horizon 4
Forza Horizon 4 is a great racing game. If you enjoyed it, you'll likely enjoy these other action-packed car-featuring titles.
10 Original Xbox Games Everyone Forgot About
The original Xbox has tons of classic titles in its library. These niche titles have slipped through the cracks as the years went by.
Forza Horizon 4: The 15 Best Cars For The Winter Season
What are the best cars for the winter season in Forza Horizon 4? Let's find out.
Every Mario Tennis Game, Ranked
One of Nintendo's most long-lasting spin-off series, Mario Tennis has had its ups and downs. Which is the best game in the franchise?
10 Best Pokemon Clones, Ranked
Pokemon may be the most popular creature-gathering game out there, but it's not the only one. These titles offer just as rewarding an experience.