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December, 2023
Writer, Teacher, E-Sports Coach, Avid Gamer
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About Matthew Weideman

Matthew Weideman is a lifelong nerd who has always had a passion for writing. As a kid, he was always writing fictional stories set in the world of Pokemon or Star Wars, or building worlds of his own. 

Matthew's passions did not fade as he grew up, but he has worn many hats over the years. He is a high school Spanish teacher by day and List Article Writer for TheBestWarGames by night. He brings years of experience with writing, editing, public speaking, and even translation/interpretation to the work he does.

Favorite Games

I have been drawn to RPGs ever since a friend of mine urged me to pick up Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion  in high school.

Since then, I've put thousands of hours into series like FalloutDragon Age, Mass Effect,  and  The Witcher.

It's no surprise that Baldur's Gate 3,  then, is my current favorite game.

Favorite Console

It might be nostalgia, but the Xbox 360 is probably my favorite console of all time. I got one in high school, just as I was really connecting with a group of friends that I'm still very close to.

The 360  was our console of choice from that point all the way through college, so many of my fondest gaming memories are from those days. 

Favorite Movies

Growing up, I was a big fan of any kind of movies set in worlds apart from our own. I fell in love with the Star Wars  movies in particular as a young kid (partly because my uncle and other family members liked them) and the original trilogy remains one of the series I rewatch the most.

My other favorite series is The Lord of the Rings, a trilogy that I watch at least once a year in an extended edition marathon, which I have also seen in theaters back-to-back multiple times.

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Agility is a stat in Fallout 4 that governs stealth, Action Points, and pickpocketing chance. Its perks improve the player's abilities in these areas.

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Frostpunk 2: 10 Most Important Priorities, Ranked

Players have a lot of things to manage in Frostpunk 2 and must prioritize accordingly. These are the most important issues that require attention.

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Frostpunk 2 expands upon and tweaks many elements from the original game. These are some of the biggest changes in the sequel.

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Star Wars is full of interesting spaceships, from Star Destroyers to small fighters. Some of the coolest are custom, one-of-a-kind fighters.

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Star Wars is full of villainous groups. Some follow the Dark Side, while others pursue their own greed, but they all left their mark on the galaxy

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These open-world games imagine humanity's expansion into - and conquering of - the stars themselves.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Reasons Why Shadowheart Is The Main Character

While players can choose anyone as their main character in Baldur's Gate 3, it can be argued that Shadowheart is the game's true protagonist.

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Darkest Dungeon 2: All Crusader Skills, Ranked

The Crusaders has joined the expedition thanks to Darkest Dungeon 2's The Blinding Blade DLC, and his skills are as potent and versatile as ever.

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Fallout 4: Best Perks To Maximize Your Settlements

Fallout 4 is full of great perks that add to what players can do in their Settlements, from unlocking crafting recipes to adding stores.

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Fallout 4: All Intelligence Perks, Ranked

The Intelligence perks in Fallout 4 are great for players who like crafting items, using chems, and getting extra use out of Aid items.

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Fallout 4: All Perception Perks, Ranked

Perception impacts the player's use of V.A.T.S. and other skills like pickpocketing and lockpicking. Many of its perks are extremely helpful.

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Fallout 4: All Endurance Perks, Ranked

Fallout 4's Endurance perks are most useful on the Survival difficulty, although some offer unique bonuses for players even on the easiest levels.

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Fallout 4: All Strength Perks, Ranked

Strength perks in Fallout 4 do everything from improve the Sole Survivor's total carry weight to increasing their unarmed and melee attack damage.

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Fallout 4: 15 Tips To Complete The Grand Tour In Nuka-World

The Grand Tour is a huge question in Fallout 4 DLC, Nuka-World. The Sole Survivor should follow these pointers for success in the theme park-set game.