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August, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing, University of Illinois
Action RPG, From Software, Mass Effect
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About Nick Rodriguez

Nick is a freelance writer from Chicago, IL, with a BA in Creative Writing from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His lifelong belief in the artistic power of video games led him to contribute to The Best War Games and Screen Rant, platforms where he has managed to share helpful news content, thoughtful opinion pieces, and more than a few hot takes.

While he believes all gaming genres and categories have worth, Nick's interests lie primarily in the realm of single-player experiences, with hand-crafted stories, tight and challenging gameplay, and emotive, unique visual and audio design. On the industry side of things, he is committed to supporting creators, identifying and criticizing exploitation, and combating negativity and toxicity.

Aside from gaming, he enjoys long-distance running, reading, contributing to his blog, working on his Honda CX650C, writing fiction, and having a beer or two.

Favorite Games

- Bloodborne
- Disco Elysium
- Death Stranding
- Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
- Mass Effect 2
- Red Dead Redemption 2
- Dead Space
- Signalis
- Hades
- BioShock
- Super Mario Galaxy
- The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

Industry Focus

A bit of everything, but with a particular affinity for indie games, industry news, gaming events, and new technology.

Favorite Console

Easy win for the PS2.

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Every Upcoming Star Wars Game

There are many upcoming Star Wars Projects, a sequel, something new, and even something old.

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Resident Evil Shouldn't Pass Up the Opportunity for One All-Star Team-Up

The Resident Evil franchise has a slew of iconic characters that can carry future games, but one much-neglected duo deserves their own adventure.

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Demon's Souls: Why You Should Start Over in 2025

FromSoftware's first swing at the now-ubiquitous soulslike genre is still worth replaying today, for a number of key reasons.

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Cyberpunk 2077's Sequel Should Make One Merchant Type a Far More Valuable Companion

Cyberpunk 2077 is home to countless interesting and lore-relevant character archetypes, and one should be fleshed out in Project Orion.

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Elden Ring: Why You Should Start Over in 2025

FromSoftware fans should consider hopping back into The Lands Between for another brutally challenging jaunt ahead of Elden Ring Nightreign.

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Intergalactic's Sword Isn't the Only Gameplay Detail Its Trailer Seemingly Revealed

The cinematic trailer for Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet doesn't reveal a lot about gameplay, but it hints at some exciting mechanics.

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Every Star Wars Game Confirmed To Be In Development in 2025

Star Wars has historically been ubiquitous in gaming, and that's not changing anytime soon, as several high-profile game adaptations are in the works.

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When EA's Iron Man is Eventually Revealed, One Feature Needs to Make a Statement

When EA finally draws back the curtain on its mysterious Iron Man project, one character-specific mechanic needs to be dressed to impress.

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How Silent Hill f Could Be Taking the Series’ Body Horror to the Next Level

Silent Hill has never shied away from the grotesque, but Silent Hill f looks like it will be turning the body horror elements up a notch.

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Resident Evil Setting Tier List

Resident Evil has taken characters to a variety of diverse settings over the years, but alas, they are not all created equal.

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Mass Effect is Sitting on One Goldmine that Can't Go Untapped for Long

Mass Effect is known for its high-stakes action-adventure gameplay and narrative, but there might be more options at the series' disposal.

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Alongside Silent Hill: Townfall, Silent Hill f May Be an Even Bigger Breath of Fresh Air

A slew of new, weighty questions surround the Silent Hill franchise in the wake of Silent Hill f's recent reveal, especially when it comes to setting.

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The Elder Scrolls 6: The Case For and Against Base Building

Skyrim, Fallout 4, and Starfield have all featured some sort of base-building and management system, and The Elder Scrolls 6 could follow suit.

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Elden Ring Nightreign Delivers On One Fan Request, and That Could Be a Big Deal for Future Games

Elden Ring Nightreign is apparently omitting a FromSoftware staple, which could inform future games from the iconic, casually sadistic studio.

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Fallout 5 Could Opt for a Change of Scenery By Leaning into One FO76 Location

As Bethesda chips away at Fallout 5, it should look toward one Fallout 76 region for a good bit of outside-the-box inspiration.

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Mass Effect 4 Franchise Reboot
Mass Effect 4: The Case for a Total Franchise Reboot

Many have assumed that Mass Effect 4 will continue the story of the original trilogy, but maybe it's best for it to be a fresh start.

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The Elder Scrolls 6 Shouldn't Miss The Chance to Add One New Weapon

The Elder Scrolls 6 has a long way to go to improve upon Skyrim's formula, and one particular weapon type could be a step in the right direction.

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Which Characters Are Most Likely to Return in Mass Effect 4?

Though very little has been revealed about Mass Effect 4's story, lore elements can help determine which characters are most likely to return.

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Hogwarts Legacy 2 Has a Golden Opportunity to Live Up to Its Name

By stepping back from the first game's protagonist, Hogwarts Legacy 2 has the chance to make its world exponentially more interesting.

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Resident Evil 4: What is the Best Version?

Resident Evil 4 has undergone a number of permutations over the years, leaving many curious about which version offers the best experience.

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