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

Blue Beetle and Jenny Kord in Blue Beetle
8 Best Quotes From Blue Beetle
DC

DC's Blue Beetle may not have the most complex of plots, but it did come with a few great lines.

Blue Beetle and Jenny in Blue Beetle
8 Unresolved Mysteries & Plot Holes Left Hanging In Blue Beetle

Blue Beetle leaves a few questions unanswered, which have viewers scratching their heads.

Ymir in Final Fantasy 6 and Fighting Guard Scorpion in Final Fantasy 7 Remake
Final Fantasy: The 8 Most Memorable First Bosses, Ranked

With countless entries in the Final Fantasy franchise, only some first bosses are memorable to players.

The Prince and Elika in Prince Of Persia (2008) and Superman in Superman Returns
8 Games With Unique Health Systems

Health is a basic video game mechanic, so it's always nice to see video games that aspire to innovate with it.

Geno in Super Mario RPG Remake and Professor E. Gadd in Luigi's Mansion
The 8 Best Mario Characters, Ranked

The Mario franchise is one of the most iconic video game series that remains relevant to date. Here are the franchise's best characters.

Tifa in Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Solid Snake in Metal Gear Solid 4
8 Games That Would Make Great D20 RPGs

The D20 RPG system could be fertile grounds for these video games to become tabletop experiences.

Hestu, a bargainer Statue, and Cece accompany Link in Hyrule Field to remind everyone of 8 Side Quests That Shouldn’t Be Skipped In Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
15 Side Quests That Shouldn’t Be Skipped In Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is packed with optional quests that add a lot to the overall experience.

Exploring the world in Final Fantasy 6 and Star Ocean Blue Sphere
8 Best RPGs That Let You Pilot Mechs

These games allow players to pilot their very own mechs to wreak destruction on their enemies.

Chain Reaction in Skylanders Imaginators and Caroline and Justine in Persona 5
8 Killer Chainsaw Wielders In Video Games

It's an understatement to say that these individuals put their chainsaws to good use...

Leonardo and Michelangelo in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem
8 Best Quotes From Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

TMNT: Mutant Mayhem is full of fun, silly lines that will stick with fans for a while after watching it. Here are just a few of the best quotes.

Fighting enemies in Crystalis and Exploring the world map in Faria
8 Forgotten NES RPGs (That Are Still Great)
NES

Not many will remember these RPGs for the NES, but they are still excellent titles for those who love a good dose of nostalgia and retro gaming.

Cutscenes featuring characters in The Legend of Zelda-Oracle Of Ages and The Legend of Zelda-A Link To The Past And Four Swords
The Legend of Zelda: Every Game Capcom Developed, Ranked

Capcom has had its hand in a couple of Legend of Zelda games. Here's how they all rank up against each other.

Mickey in Disney Illusion Island and Exploring a level in The Great Circus Mystery
8 Best Disney Co-Op Games

Disney is no stranger to co-op games. Here's what Disney titles fans can enjoy together with friends.

Purple and Red Pikmin in Pikmin 4
Pikmin 4: Every Pikmin In The Game, Ranked

Pikmin 4 introduced several new types of Pikmin. Here's how all the new ones, and returning ones, rank up against each other.

Jill and Chris in Resident Evil Death Island
6 Ways Resident Evil: Death Island Fits Into The Games

Resident Evil: Death Island may not have received a ton of marketing, but in terms of lore, it fits quite well into the story of the franchise.

Claire and Leon in Resident Evil Death Island
8 Hidden Easter Eggs In Resident Evil: Death Island

Resident Evil fans may have missed these subtle Easter eggs and secrets hidden on-screen in Resident Evil: Death Island.

Fighting enemies and Action Mastery in Double Dragon Gaiden Rise of the Dragons
The 8 Best Character Upgrades In Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons

Knowing what character upgrades are worthwhile will make a player's time in Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons significantly smoother.

Fighting enemies in Battletoads & Double Dragon The Ultimate Team and Double Dragon Advance
The 6 Best Double Dragon Games

The Double Dragon series has many amazing games, but only a few stand on top as the very best.

Makoto Naegi from Danganronpa and exploring the world in Fragile Dreams
8 Best Post-Apocalypse Games Set In Japan

These games place their post-apocalyptic game settings in Japan and do so with great success.

Exploring a level in Barbie Explorer and Talking to an NPC in Barbie And The Magic Of Pegasus
8 Retro Barbie Games That Have Disappeared

The Barbie franchise has been packed with games, but not all of them are remembered by fans. These retro Barbie games have faded from existence.