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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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The Windscale Disaster: What You Need to Know About the True Story Behind Atomfall

The upcoming game Atomfall takes inspiration from a lesser-known disaster in the history of nuclear power.

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10 Best Medieval Games To Play After Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

The medieval titles are ideal game choices to play after Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

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8 Gangster Films To Watch While Waiting For Mafia: The Old Country

For anyone anxiously awaiting the release of Mafia: The Old Country, these classic gangster films should help pass the time.

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10 Best Games to Play While Waiting for Mafia: The Old Country

Those who simply can't wait for Mafia: The Old Country to release need to give these games a try to get into the mood of the series.

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8 Games To Play While Waiting For Ghost Of Yotei

Players might be excited about the release of Ghost of Yotei, but patience is a virtue, so try out these amazing games while waiting.

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9 Single-Player Games To Play If You Love Hero Shooters
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Even those who prefer single-player games can experience the magic of hero shooters thanks to these similar titles.

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12 Video Game Characters Who Struggle With PTSD

PTSD is a tricky subject to accurately capture in fiction, but these video game characters portray it with honesty and vulnerability.

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8 Things That Would Be Exciting to See in Subnautica 2

With Subnautica 2 expected to release in 2025, players are anticipating some features that they would love to see implemented for the potential fun.

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8 Best Games Where The Protagonist Uses A Prosthetic

The following games feature a protagonist with at least one prosthetic limb, which can lead to some interesting gameplay and story moments.

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Imperium Factions That Should Appear in Space Marine 3

Many Imperial factions exist in the Warhammer 40k universe. Here are the most deserving of appearing in Space Marine 3.

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7 Sci-Fi Games Without Humans

Some of the best sci-fi games of all time don't feature any humans, proving that emotional connections don't always have to be physically familiar.

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12 Sci-Fi Games With Microgravity Mechanics

The logistics of maneuvering (and sometimes fighting) in microgravity are key mechanics in these excellent science-fiction video games.

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12 Most Dangerous Alien Parasites, Ranked

What's scarier than an alien parasite? When you take a look at this list, you'll find that question hard to answer.

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Upcoming Post-Apocalyptic Games

Post-apocalyptic is a popular setting in many games, and there are several highly anticipated games for players to look forward to.

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7 Things We Know About Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone

Details about Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone remain scarce, but based on what has been show in the game's trailers, some details can be discerned.

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7 Sci-Fi Aliens That Would Have A Fighting Chance In Warhmmer 40K

Warhammer 40,000 features many apocalyptic threats already, but these aliens from other sci-fi franchises would have a fighting chance in 40K.

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5 Things We Know About Ghost Of Yotei

The announcement of Ghost of Yotei has the gaming world buzzing. Here are all the details about the game we can glean from its first trailer.

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6 Things We Know About Judas

Judas, the upcoming FPS sci-fi game from Ken Levine, is still shrouded in mystery, but trailers have provided a few hints about what the game will be.

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5 Games Where You Are Secretly The Villain

Ever felt like the hero of a game may not really be the good guy? These games all suggest that their heroes have secretly been the villains all along.

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8 Historical Leaders Confirmed for Civilization 7

These iconic historical leaders has been confirmed to be present in Civilization 7.

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