John Alexander Hitchcock-Author

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October, 2021
Bachelor's Degree in Film Studies at the University of Toronto
Assassin's Creed, Tomb Raider, BioShock
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About John Alexander Hitchcock

John Hitchcock graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in film studies and previously wrote on his own blog. He also specializes in nature and virtual photography and does art in Source Filmmaker.

Industry Focus

I mainly write about video games, but I sometimes also cover film and television. These media forms are becoming increasingly intertwined so being able to write about all three is a useful skill.

Favorite Games

I have a lot of them. It would be hard to list everything, but some notable titles include Tomb RaiderAssassin's CreedBioshock, and Gears of War.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

I was playing Assassin's Creed III on the PS3 and had reached the level where Connor participates in the Boston Tea Party. I attempted to pick up a crate of tea to dump it in the harbor. I tried to drop it in the space between the ship and the dock, but I accidentally hit the throw button. So Connor just threw the tea and it landed safely on the dock, thus causing the great Tea Party Fail of '76..

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Best Games Set In Italy

Italy has been the setting for several highly acclaimed games. These are the best of the bunch.

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7 Ways Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Could Be Made More Accessible

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers can be intimidating for new or casual players to soulslikes. These changes could make the game more accessible.

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Best Open-World Games For Feeling Like A Scavenger

Players who enjoy the feeling of scavenging for everything they need will love what these open-world games have to offer.

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55 Upcoming Games With Strong Female Protagonists

These upcoming video games hold a lot of promise when it comes to strong, independent female protagonists.

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9 Sci-Fi Franchises That Would Make Great RPGs

There are countless sci-fi series out there that would make fantastic RPGs if adapted correctly.

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7 Most Intense Indie Management Games

For fans of intense video game experiences, here are some of the best indie management titles to check out.

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7 Most Surprising Xbox Showcase Reveals

The 2025 Xbox summer showcase revealed some exciting new titles releasing later this year and beyond. These are the most surprising reveals.

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Best Western RPGs That Don't Use An Open-World, Ranked

The RPG and open-world genres often go hand-in-hand, but some of the best Western RPGs don't need an open-world to tell their story.

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6 Things Confirmed For Mafia: The Old Country

There's already a few juicy details known about the prequel entry, Mafia: The Old Country for fans to chew on. Here's what's confirmed.

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8 Games with the Most Isolating Open Worlds, Ranked

Open-world games prioritize exploration and discovery, but some games highlight the inherent isolation that can come with exploring a vast wilderness.

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Best Open-World Games With Minimal Dialogue

An open-world game doesn't necessarily need a bunch of dialogue, and these titles prove that.

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Best Open-World Games Where You’re Captain of a Ship, Ranked

Every ship needs a captain, and in these games, the player is that captain.

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7 Best Open-World Games That Don't Have Huge Maps

Open-world games don't have to be massive to be immersive. These games offer pint-sized open-world maps jam-packed with content to explore.

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Best RPGs That Don't Have Complicated Mechanics
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Some RPGs can be daunting, but these games keep things simple for players who want to immerse themselves in the story.

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7 Best Barter Systems in Games

Instead of relying on in-game currency, bartering is the exchange of items and goods. Here are the games that mastered this system the best.

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9 Post-Apocalyptic Games to Play If You Loved Atomfall

For fans of Atomfall looking for something similar, here are some of the best post-apocalyptic titles to check out.

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Subnautica: 25 Scariest Creatures, Ranked

Many creatures live under the sea in Subnautica but some are far more frightening than the rest.

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5 Medieval Games To Play If You Love Assassin's Creed

Fans who can't get enough Assassin's Creed will likely enjoy these other captivating games with medieval settings.

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6 Things A Good Video Game Photo Mode Needs

Photo modes are becoming more and more common in video games, but to take the best photos, these modes require certain essential features.

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Best Games for Nature Photographers

Explore the world of virtual photography in the gorgeous, immersive worlds of these video games.

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