James Ratcliff-Senior Author

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October, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications, Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Final Fantasy 14, Pokemon, World of Warcraft
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About James Ratcliff

James Ratcliff joined TheBestWarGames in 2022 as a Gaming News Writer. In 2023, James was offered a chance to become an occasional feature writer for different games and then a Senior Author in 2025. He is a third-generation Texan who has written professionally for over a decade at local newspapers, addressing various topics for his readers. Since 2024, James has shifted his complete focus to covering gaming news.

Favorite Games

James enjoys playing Final Fantasy, Zelda, Pokémon, and Warcraft series games! He is an avid Final Fantasy 14 player, and his main character is a Viera. Currently, his favorite Jobs are Paladin, White Mage, Viper, and Machinist. James plays on the Aether data center, and is willing to help newcomers!

Industry Focus

James focuses mainly on Gaming News but occasionally posts Features, Interviews, and Tier Lists. His favorite series to write about include Final Fantasy, Pokemon, Warcraft, and Zelda, as well as various indie titles like Vampire Survivors, Palworld, and Among Us. 

Favorite Console

At age 6, James was gifted a Sega Genesis that included Sonic the Hedgehog 2 as the pack-in game. Though James' first console was the Genesis, his favorite is the PS2! With titles such as Final Fantasy 10, Kingdom Hearts 2, and Okami, Sony's second console holds a special place in his collection.

Latest

Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen will have Pokemon Home support added at a later date, though it is a one-way transfer process.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Finally Address Their Pokemon Home Support

During the 2026 Pokemon Day presentation, The Pokemon Company addresses Pokemon Home support for the relaunches of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen.

Balatro has arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 as a free upgrade for Nintendo Switch users, with Mouse Mode functionality, 60 FPS, and HD Rumble.
One of the Best Games of 2024 (And All Time) Has Officially Been Released for Nintendo Switch 2

A popular title from 2024 has just received a Switch 2 port two years after it's original release, with some new features for players to enjoy.

Nacon files for insolvency
Nacon Has Officially Filed for Insolvency

Nacon, known for publishing games like RoboCop: Rogue City and GreedFall 2, files for insolvency with a French court amid financial issues.

Final Fantasy 7 has arrived on GOG 29 years after the game first arrived on the PlayStation.
29 Years Later, the Original Final Fantasy 7 Has Made Its Way to Another Platform

Nearly three decades after it's initial launch, Final Fantasy 7 has now made its way to a new platform for players to enjoy.

Discord's CTO announces a delay in it's age verification measures
"We Want To Get This Right" Discord Delays Controversial Age Verification Rollout

Days before Discord was set to begin enforcing its divisive age verification measures globally, the company announces a delay amid user backlash.

1,000 unique Pokemon 30th Anniversary logos
Pokemon Reveals Over 1,000 Additional 30th Anniversary Logos

The Pokemon Company is pulling out all the stops for the franchise's 30th anniversary, as it reveals over 1,000 additional logos for the occasion.

Some players are getting Nintendo eShop refunds of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on the Switch 2 after complaining about the game's graphical issues.
Xenoblade Chronicles X Players on Switch 2 Want a Refund

Following the surprise launch of Xenoblade Chronicles X's Switch 2 Edition, some players are requesting a refund of the $5 upgrade pack from Nintendo.

A leaker claims the delay of the next-gen Xbox console may force Call of Duty to be more agile with its release plans moving forward
Call of Duty Leaker Suggests Xbox Shake-Up Could Impact Series’ Future

A Call of Duty leaker states that a recent setback from Xbox may force Activision to make some changes to it's future marketing plans.

World of Warcraft is nerfing the survivability of Unholy Death Knights while buffing the defensives of Mages and Priests before Midnight's early access launch.
Ahead of World of Warcraft Midnight’s Official Release, Blizzard is Nerfing One of Its Classes Again

Days before World of Warcraft: Midnight begins its early access window, Blizzard will nerf one of the game's most-played classes and buff some others.

The Steam Deck OLED is officially sold out across Europe and Japan, though stock remains available in South Korea.
The Steam Deck Supply Situation Just Keeps Getting Worse

Supplies of the Steam Deck continue to remain low across the globe, as the ongoing situation affects customers in more countries than before.

Nintendo stated that releasing Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen as standalone products rather than on Switch Online was simply a fun thing it wanted to do for Pokemon's 30th Anniversary.
Nintendo Has a Really Weird Explanation for Why Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Aren't Coming to Switch Online

Nintendo states why the Switch ports of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are being sold as separate products rather than as part of Switch Online.

The US Supreme Court strikes down most of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on various nations by a 6-3 vote.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs That Have Caused Video Game Console Price Increases

The US Supreme Court rules that the majority of the Trump Administration's tariffs it enacted against several countries are illegal.

The Art of Final Fantasy Tactics art book
Final Fantasy Tactics Isn't Getting a New Game, But It's Getting Something Else for Hardcore Fans Later This Year

Final Fantasy Tactics fans looking for something to add to their collections will soon have a new item to purchase later this year.

Final Fantasy 14 confirms that Little Ladies' Day launches February 26, and Patch 7.45 will arrive in early March.
Final Fantasy 14 Reveals Patch 7.45 Release Window and Little Ladies' Day Rewards

Final Fantasy 14 players will soon have more to do, as Square Enix reveals when Little Ladies' Day and Patch 7.45 will hit live servers.

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Minecraft: Java Edition will gradually swap from OpenGL to Vulkan
Minecraft is Making a Big Change That Some Players Must Keep In Mind

Mojang states that its ongoing effort to bring Vibrant Visuals to the Java Edition will mandate a change that players should note down.

A former Rockstar Games developer states they have been unemployed for over a year
Even GTA 5, Red Dead 2 Developers Are Struggling in the Game Industry Right Now

The job market of the video game industry is a constant struggle, as even a former Rockstar Games staff member is struggling to land a new job.

Palworld players built an impressive mega tower with 243 levels
Palworld Players Build Massive 243-Level Mega Tower and They Did It Without Using Mods

A group of Palworld players share an amazing 243-level tower that they created within the game, and claim they did so without using any mods.

YouTube is down right now worldwide
YouTube Is Down Right Now

YouTube is experiencing worldwide loading issues, as users report that the site and mobile app are crashing and not loading videos properly.

The ROG Xbox Ally X handheld just saw a 30,000 yen price increase in Japan due to the ongoing RAM crisis.
Xbox ROG Ally X Handheld is Getting More Expensive in at Least 1 Region

Reports indicate that the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming system is suddenly now more expensive to buy in at least one region of the world.

FF7 Remake Part 3 director says the game is in its final push phases of development
"We're in the Final Push Phase" Final Fantasy 7 Remake Director Gives Encouraging Part 3 Update

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 game director Naoki Hamaguchi says that development of the highly anticipated title is in its final optimization phases.

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