Derek Nichols-Editor

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March, 2015
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About Derek Nichols

Derek's love of games came at an early age when his parents first brought home the Nintendo Entertainment System. From then on, countless nights were spent hunting ducks, stomping turtles, exploring far off planets, and combing through dungeons with a trusty sword and shield. Originally growing up exclusively with Nintendo products, Derek's perspective grew to include other platforms ranging from Sony, to Microsoft, the PC, and more. As his views and opinions grew, so did the desire to connect with other players and video game fans. In 2011, his writing adventure began on his personal blog, eventually joining up with the TheBestWarGames crew in 2015. He currently covers everything from features and guides, to the latest breaking video game news. 

Favorite Games

Too many to name! I've been playing games since the NES days, so there are a ton of games from a variety of generations. Just a few standouts for me are Super Metroid, BioShock, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, and many more. 

Industry Focus

Largely focusing on the video game industry as well as all of the breaking news related to various games, companies, and events that take place.

Favorite Console

Derek grew up in a Nintendo household, but was still able to experience the heyday of classic systems like Sega Genesis, PSX, and PS2 over at friends' houses. Eventually, Derek went multiconsole and hasn't looked back, getting to experience all the great titles that each one has had on offer over the years. 

Latest

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SEGA Releasing Plug and Play Console With 80 Games

AtGames and SEGA announces the retro inspired plug and play Sega Mega Drive Classic Game Console / Ultimate Portable Game Player that come pre-loaded with 80 classic games.

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Batman: The Telltale Series Adds a Multiplayer Mode to the Game
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Head of creative communications, John Stauffer, confirms a new multiplayer mode for Batman The Telltale Series called Crowd Play will be available once the game launches.

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No Man's Sky Does Not Require PlayStation Plus for Online Play on PlayStation 4

With No Man's Sky nearing launch, Game Informer Australia Editor, David Milner confirms that the game will not require players to first have PlayStation Plus on the PlayStation 4.

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Nintendo Mini NES Isn't Getting Any More Games

In a recent interview, a Nintendo spokesperson confirms that the recently revealed Mini NES console cannot connect to the internet and will not be seeing additional games add over time.

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Batman: The Telltale Series Launches Digitally In August

In a post on its official blog, Telltale Games reveals the release date for its upcoming episodic series, Batman: The Telltale Series along with more details to come at Comic Con.

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No Man's Sky Gameplay Video Details Exploration

Sony and Hello Game release the first of a four part series of trailers for No Man's Sky, which aims to break down the four major elements of the game – starting with exploration.

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Microsoft Will Not Hold Gamescom Briefing, Announces Xbox FanFest 2016

General Manager for Xbox Games Marketing, Aaron Greenberg announces that Microsoft will not hold a press briefing at gamescom this year and instead reveals Xbox FanFest 2016.

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The Division Update Nerfs Popular G36 Assault Rifle

Massive Entertainment implements a new patch for its action-RPG Tom Clancy’s The Division that provides a fixes to a number of issues including a nerf for the G36 assault rifle.

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Red Dead Redemption Multiplayer DLC Free for Compatibility Launch

With Red Dead Redemption now available for Xbox One owners thanks to the backward compatibility program, Rockstar Games removes the prices for much of its DLC.

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Sony To Potentially Skip Gamescom 2016 Once Again; When Will PlayStation Neo Be Announced?

The exhibitor list and hall plans recently posted on the gamescom 2016 website potentially confirms that Sony plans to once again skip the European games conference.

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Watch Dogs 2 Ditches Some Mini Games from The First One

Watch Dogs 2 game director, Danny Belanger confirms that another game mechanic from the first game will not be coming back when the sequel launches in November.

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Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Gets Its First Multiplayer Pack and Update 1.08 Today

Naughty Dog details the first major content update for Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, known as the Lost Treasures pack, and reveals big changes coming today for multiplayer.

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The Division Guide: How to Get the New Underground Gear Sets

Looking for a specific piece for one of the new Underground gear sets in Tom Clancy’s The Division? Check out this guide to see where to go to increase the chances of it dropping.

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Bethesda Confirms That Prey Has Nothing To Do With The Cancelled Prey 2

After revealing Prey for the first time at E3 2016, Bethesda vice president Pete Hines confirms it has been completely rebuilt and has no connection to the cancelled Prey 2.

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The Division Reveals New Gear Sets for Underground Expansion

YouTuber Arekkz reveals the details behind three of the new gear sets players will find in the Underground DLC expansion coming later this month for The Division.

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Watch 14 Minutes of Dead Rising 4 Gameplay

A new E3 gameplay demo for Dead Rising 4 reveals a number of over the top weapons and vehicles the series is known for including some returning features as well.

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E3 2016: Sony Announces A New Spider-Man Game From Insomniac Games

During its E3 2016 press conference, Sony reveals a teaser trailer for a new Spider-Man game being developed exclusively for the PlayStation 4 by Insomniac Games.

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Ghost Recon Wildlands Reveals New Details and E3 Trailer

During the Ubisoft E3 2016 Press Conference, a new trailer and gameplay details emerged for the open world, third person shooter, Ghost Recon Wildlands.

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E3 2016: Xbox Independent Games Montage Trailer

During the Microsoft E3 2016 press conference, a montage trailer for the ID@Xbox program reveals a ton of new games coming to the service including Cuphead, Yooka-Laylee, and more.

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New Killer Instinct Trailer Confirms General RAAM Joining The Roster

At the Microsoft E3 2016 press conference, a new trailer for Killer Instinct reveals that the next combatant joining the roster is Gears of War villain General RAAM.