Liam Ferguson-Senior Features Writer

Staff Writer

Senior Features Writer

January, 2021
Action RPG, Action, Fighting
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About Liam Ferguson

Liam has been a Features writer for The Best War Games since 2021. He's a life-long gaming enthusiast, and started covering game news in 2019.

Liam has a preference for melee-focused action games, and enjoys analyzing their mechanics. Combining a finger on the industry's pulse, a passion for writing, and the outlet The Best War Games provides for both, he's always ready to explain a little about a lot of games.

Favorite Games

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, Dissidia 012: Final Fantasy, Kirby Super Star Ultra, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Okami, Copy Kitty, and more.

Industry Focus

Learning game design principles, recognizing design innovations, and ensuring nothing cool fades into obscurity.

Favorite Console

Nintendo GameCube

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is a Perfect Blueprint for Like a Dragon 9

With how similar Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 already is to the turn-based Like A Dragon games, it wouldn't hurt for the next LaD to return the favor.

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Bloodborne and Elden Ring Could Have a Unique Future Relationship, But It's Not Mutual
Bloodborne and Elden Ring Could Have a Unique Future Relationship, But It's Not Mutual

Two of FromSoftware's most popular games may have developed a surprise similarity, even if their new shared traits aren't created equal.

Legend of Zelda Wind Waker Unwritten Rules Explained
The Unwritten Rules of Zelda: The Wind Waker on Nintendo Switch Online Explained

Veteran Wind Waker fans are already familiar with its best practices, but its Nintendo Switch Online port has added a couple more.

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Elden Ring Nightreign's Collector Signboard is a Game Changer
Elden Ring Nightreign's Collector Signboard is a Game Changer

A new Merchant was added to Elden Ring Nightreign as part of its mid-June update, and it may be what ties this game’s post-launch life together.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 May Pay a Heavy Toll if Duskbloods Doesn't Deliver
The Nintendo Switch 2 May Pay a Heavy Toll if Duskbloods Doesn't Deliver

FromSoftware's upcoming PvPvE game The Duskbloods is an enticing concept, but its sole platform may suffer if the final game can't deliver.

Switch 2 Beat Wii U Allegations
The Nintendo Switch 2 Has Already Beaten the ‘Wii U 2’ Allegations

Fans were worried that the Nintendo Switch 2 could end up repeating the Wii U’s flaws, but the Switch 2 is on track to put its predecessor to shame.

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Resident Evil Requiem and Silent Hill f’s Futures Are at Opposite Ends of the Spectrum
Resident Evil Requiem and Silent Hill f’s Futures Are at Opposite Ends of the Spectrum

Resident Evil Requiem and Silent Hill f may share similar roles in their own franchises, but their final destinations couldn't be more different.

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Why There Will Never Be A Better Time to Get Into Deltarune

Even though the game isn't technically complete yet, the release of Chapters 3 and 4 make now an ideal time to pick up Deltarune.

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When Does Resident Evil Requiem Take Place?
When Does Resident Evil Requiem Take Place?

Thanks to several context clues and series tendencies, it's already possible to pin down a likely window for when Resident Evil Requiem takes place.

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Final Fantasy 16 Cements a New Pattern For Xbox

Finally getting Final Fantasy 16 on Xbox is good on its own, but it also confirms that Xbox is using an exciting new strategy for certain releases.

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You Can Play 2-Player Free Roam in Mario Kart World, But It’s Not Ideal

To the delight of many, 2-player split-screen Free Roam is available in Mario Kart World, but there are reasons why it wasn't advertised.

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Why Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation Likely Won’t Mean Much For Pokemon Gen 10

Despite Beast of Reincarnation appearing considerably more complicated than past Game Freak games, it probably didn't eat into the studio's workforce.

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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Makes What's Old Feel New Again [Hands-On Preview]

By mixing old and new techniques, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is well on its way to delivering an exhilarating experience like only Ninja Gaiden can.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Wish List
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Wish List

As close as it will likely stick to its Age of Calamity predecessor, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment still has plenty of room for additions.

Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is the Marvel Fighting Game Revival Nobody Expected
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is the Marvel Fighting Game Revival Nobody Expected

Despite the chances of a new Marvel vs. Capcom looking slim, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls carries on its spirit even without the Capcom half.

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June 6 Could Be a Huge Day for Hollow Knight: Silksong Fans

With the Summer Game Fest approaching, we could get some news on Hollow Knight: Silksong's release date.

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What Square Enix's Presence at Summer Game Fest Could Mean for Final Fantasy

The confirmation of Square Enix at the 2025 Summer Game Fest could signify that a number of Final Fantasy projects are about to surface.

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Hollow Knight Silksong Mark June 6
Hollow Knight: Silksong Fans Should Mark June 6 on Their Calendars, But With an Asterisk Attached

Signs are pointing to an early June resurgence for Hollow Knight: Silksong, but this wouldn't be the first time it's felt that way.

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After Street Fighter, Monster Hunter Wilds Seems Primed for Another Capcom Crossover

While the first collaboration in Monster Hunter Wilds being a fellow Capcom property feels expected, an even more obvious franchise should come next.

Resident Evil 9 Reset
Resident Evil 9's 'Reset' Leaks Explained

A major, trustworthy leak for Resident Evil 9 was spotted recently, and it may explain why the game hasn't been shown off yet.

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