Tristan Jurkovich -Contributor

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July, 2019
Started writing professionally in 2011 after getting an English B.A. from UMD.
RPG, Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts
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About Tristan Jurkovich

Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but he’s particularly fond of RPGs and portable consoles. Aside from writing, Tristan also produces a plethora of videos on his YouTube Channel, ReActionExaminer. Check it out!

Industry Focus

Indie Games specifically in the roguelike, RPG, and Metroidvania genres. Also, for AAA franchises, Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts.

Favorite Games

Too many to count but Final Fantasy 7, Kingdom Hearts, Super Mario RPG, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Rogue Legacy, and Moonlighter should paint a pretty solid picture.

Favorite Anime

Like games, there are too many to count but Cowboy Bebop, FLCL, Kill la Kill, Case Closed, Gundam Wing, and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood are all great examples.

Latest

Your character standing by a ledge in Nioh 3 (2026)-1
8 Ways Nioh 3 Is A Better Action RPG Than A Soulslike

Nioh 3 pushes the boundaries of the Soulslike genre into the realm of a pure action RPG, making it a must-play for fans of challenging games.

Your Character in Starfield (2023)
10 Best FPS Games With Deep Progression, Ranked
FPS

These FPS games give you way more options than just picking a gun, allowing you to tune your character with skills, upgrades, and maybe even classes.

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Saving with Samus in Metroid Prime 4 Beyond (2025)
5 FPS Video Game Series Better Than Borderlands
FPS

Borderlands is a king among FPS games and looter shooters, but could the following series steal its crown?

Your character holding a sword in Nioh 3 (2026)-1
Nioh 3 Might Be The Greatest Soulslike Game Ever, And Here’s Why

Did Team Ninja finally outdo other Soulslike games? Let's have a look at some possible arguments why that might be the case.

Your character as a ninja in Nioh 3 (2026)
5 Video Game Series As Good Or Better Than Dark Souls

Can anyone dethrone the god-tier franchise that is Dark Souls? Let's explore a few potential competitors or series that deliver just as much.

Your character and their guardian in Nioh 3 (2026)-1
Here's Why Nioh 3's Ninja Style Is Perfect For Ninja Gaiden Fans

Buckle up, Ninja Gaiden fans, because Nioh 3 has a special treat for you in the form of its Ninja Style.

Jin riding a horse in Ghost of Tsushima
10 Open-World Adventure Games That Are Incredible From Start To Finish

Get ready to have a non-stop adventure in these open-world games that manage to be consistently good the whole way through.

A red mech character in WildStar (2014)
8 Western RPGs You Can't Play Anymore (And It's So Unfair)
RPG

Explore the rise and fall of these once-promising western RPGs. Whether it's for the best or not, none of these games can be played today.

Ken in Persona 3 Reload (2021)
7 Games With Worlds That Slowly Become Unsettling

These worlds may start peachy or spooky, but they get a heck of a lot worse as you progress through the story.

Link getting grabbed in The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom (2023)
Open-World Games With Multiple Layers to Explore (Surface, Sky, and Underground)

Look across, look up, and look down, because these open-world games have layers waiting for you to explore them.

Terra in Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep (2010)
10 Best Anthology RPGs
RPG

Perspective changes everything, and these RPGs that contain short and lengthy stories across different characters know that best.

Scarlet in The Deadly Tower Of Monsters (2016)
Best Games For Exploring Vertical Worlds

Brave adventurers and ambitious explorers unite, for these vertical worlds are the most fun of their kind to traverse.

Sonia in Ninja Gaiden 2 Black
The 10 Fastest-Paced Games With Non-Stop Action, Ranked

If you've got the need for speed and a love for thrilling action, look no further than these games.

Link looking surprised in The Legend Of Zelda Skyward Sword (2011)
10 Games That Best Represented "The End"

Trends have come and gone in the world of gaming, and these titles were the last ones to shut the lights.

Your character looking surprised in Pokemon Legends Arceus
7 RPGs That Rarely Force You Into Combat
RPG

Non-violence is a welcome option in these RPGs that let you approach conflict and enemies in peaceful ways.

Sam holding Lou in Death Stranding 2 On the Beach (2025)
10 Open-World Games You Can Play Comfortably Without Constant Focus

If you're tired of having to constantly lock in while gaming, give these open-world games a try to rest your mind.

Orpheus in Persona 3 (2007)
10 Classic RPGs With Turn-Based Combat That Still Feel Modern
RPG

Your modern tastes are in for a pleasant surprise if you give these classic RPGs a chance to blow your mind.

Red 13 in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
10 Open-World Games Where Small Discoveries Matter More Than Big Quests

The wonders never cease in these open-world games if you know where to look, and what you find is often more important than the main quest.

Warren in The Outer Worlds 2 (2025)
10 Greatest Sci-Fi Open-World RPGs, Ranked

Shoot evil robots, fight dystopian corporations, and more in these open-world RPGs that stand as kings of the sci-fi genre.

Your character in Anthem
8 Co-Op Games You Can't Play Anymore (And It's So Cruel)

With servers down, these co-op games are forever doomed to never be played again, despite the fun we had with them.