Josh Cotts-Staff Writer

Staff Writer

Staff Writer

December, 2023
B.A. in Mass Communications & Media Studies from Arizona State University
Final Fantasy, Assassin's Creed, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
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About Josh Cotts

Josh Cotts is a Senior Contributor at TheBestWarGames. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University in 2019 with a B.A. in Mass Communications & Media Studies and has been recognized for his writing ability since grade school. He has been gaming for over 30 years, with a long-standing love for RPGs, action-adventure games, and narrative-driven experiences. While he now prioritizes family above all else, with gaming mostly reserved for late nights after everyone is asleep, it remains his biggest hobby and a way to briefly escape into his favorite virtual worlds.

Industry Focus

Josh covers a wide range of game genres, with a particular passion for RPGs and narrative-driven experiences. His work focuses on game design, player agency, and how mechanics, worldbuilding, and storytelling come together to shape memorable experiences.

Favorite Games

Josh is unique in that he can enjoy and appreciate almost any video game. Thankfully, this makes him a very versatile writer and allows him the ability to write about almost any topic.  That being said, his favorite franchises and those he is most knowledgeable in are The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Dragon Age, Star Wars, Marvel's Spider-Man, Assassin's Creed, Super Mario, Destiny, and God of War.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

It's difficult to narrow down what his proudest gaming achievement would be, as he has a long history with gaming.  That being said, one of his more recent gaming achievements involves logging a collective 5,000+ hours in Destiny 2.  He is also proud of the many games that he has completed all of the achievements/trophies for, which make up an extensive list.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows announced it will feature a full-year cycle and seasons in its gameplay, similar to Ghost of Tsushima.

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Destiny 2 The Final Shape: Traveler’s Blessings Explained

Traveler's Blessings are a new mechanic in Destiny 2 introduced with The Final Shape, and they can be very beneficial if players know how to use them.

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With the expanded setting and the main character being constantly on the run, now is the perfect chance to create a near-limitless crafting system.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows' Dual Protagonists May Be the Missing Piece in AC's Combat Puzzle

Assassin's Creed may have already solved its playstyle dilemma with the implementation of its two diverse protagonists in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

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Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn Hands-On Preview: Death to the Gods

The Best War Games went hands-on with Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, an upcoming Souls-lite that combines elements of various genres for a unique experience.

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Destiny 2: The Final Shape's Last Encounter Is a Multitasking Nightmare (or a Multitasker's Dream)

The final encounter in Destiny 2: The Final Shape's campaign requires players to juggle a multitude of mechanics while trying to defeat the boss.

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How Ghost of Tsushima 2 Can Improve its Approach to Multiple Endings

Ghost of Tsushima's multiple endings are climactic, but there is still more that a sequel could do to make its endings even more meaningful.

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Destiny 2: How The Final Shape's D1 Tower Compares to the Original

Destiny's Tower returns in Destiny 2: The Final Shape's Pale Heart location as a reimagined experience with the same layout but minor differences.

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Tales of the Shire Needs to Go the Whole Nine Yards With the Green Dragon Inn

Tales of the Shire's version of the famous Green Dragon Inn from The Lord of the Rings should be one of its most useful and important locations.

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How Destiny 2: The Final Shape Explains Cayde-6's Return

Destiny 2 fans have known about Cayde-6's return in The Final Shape for some time now, but the campaign finally explains how he was resurrected.

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Destiny 2's Subclass-Themed Shaders Are a Controversy Waiting to Happen

Destiny 2: The Final Shape has added some new subclass-themed shaders to the game, but they are bound to cause controversy at some point.

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Why Destiny 2's Legendary Campaign Should Be Just the Tip of the Iceberg

Destiny 2: The Final Shape's Legendary campaign provides a rewarding experience, but the expansion shouldn't stop there with the popular mode.

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What Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Combat Change Rumors Could Mean for Mass Effect

If Dragon Age: Dreadwolf's rumored combat changes are true, there's little reason why BioWare's Mass Effect franchise wouldn't shift with it.

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Why GreedFall 2's Protagonist Is Already Totally Different From De Sardet

The premise of GreedFall 2 suggests its protagonist will likely face some difficulties that GreedFall's De Sardet never had to experience.

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The Final Shape's Pale Heart Should be a Blueprint for Bungie

The Pale Heart in Destiny 2's Final Shape expansion offers a unique and diverse experience for players, setting a new standard for future locations.

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Destiny 2's Episodes Need To Make a Big Change

When Destiny 2 starts releasing post-launch content for its most recent DLC, the game needs to stray from its seasonal drop roots to make a splash.

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Monster Hunter Wilds Breaks a Major Franchise Tradition

According to Monster Hunter Wilds' first trailer, it will be breaking one of the franchise's longest-standing traditions concerning its protagonist.

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June 9 Is Going to Be a Big Day for Avowed

Fans of Obsidian Entertainment's upcoming RPG Avowed should mark June 9 on their calendars, based on rumors of a possible showcase for the game.

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Destiny 2’s Season 23 Ending Cinematic Lays the Groundwork for a Perfect Final Shape Reward

Based on the final cinematic for Destiny 2's Season of the Wish, there is one clear reward that should be made available in The Final Shape.

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Hades 2 Element Tier List

There are four different elements in Hades 2, each of which can be ranked according to their overall power and effectiveness in battle.