Tristan Jurkovich -Contributor

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July, 2019
Started writing professionally in 2011 after getting an English B.A. from UMD.
RPG, Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts
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About Tristan Jurkovich

Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but he’s particularly fond of RPGs and portable consoles. Aside from writing, Tristan also produces a plethora of videos on his YouTube Channel, ReActionExaminer. Check it out!

Industry Focus

Indie Games specifically in the roguelike, RPG, and Metroidvania genres. Also, for AAA franchises, Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts.

Favorite Games

Too many to count but Final Fantasy 7, Kingdom Hearts, Super Mario RPG, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Rogue Legacy, and Moonlighter should paint a pretty solid picture.

Favorite Anime

Like games, there are too many to count but Cowboy Bebop, FLCL, Kill la Kill, Case Closed, Gundam Wing, and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood are all great examples.

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The Lift in Ball X Pit
Beginner Tips For Ball X Pit

With these beginner-friendly tips for Ball X Pit, you can brave the depths of Ballbylon safely.

Colonel Hoffman in Gears of War
Most Important Co-Op Games

Without these titles, the world of co-op gaming may not have evolved in the right direction.

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A dragon and Yuu in The Cruel King and the Great Hero
Best 2D Turn-Based RPGs
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Don’t let the shift in perspective fool you; these 2D turn-based RPGs are just as epic and enthralling as any 3D game.

Sumi in Persona 5 The Phantom X
6 Best JRPGs Available For Free On Steam

Seek these free-to-play RPGs out on Steam, some of which work on the Steam Deck.

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Kazuma in Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth
Greatest RPGs Of The Last 10 Years
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A lot of RPGs have come and gone since 2015, but in the decade between then and now, these games stand as the best the genre has to offer.

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Futaba in Persona 5 Tactica
Great Tactical RPGs With Simple But Satisfying Mechanics
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Like a good game of chess, these tactical RPGs are hard to leave alone.

Super Saiyan Gohan in Dragon Ball FighterZ
Anime Video Games With The Best Graphics

These games put in maximum effort to adapt the visuals of the anime series they are based on, resulting in some gorgeous anime-style graphics.

Linking holding a tablet in The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild (Switch 2)
Features That Need To Be In Every New Open-World Game

Open-world games will change how players engage with them for the better after these features are added.

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Rafa in Borderlands 4
10 Games Where You Turn Death Into Strategy

Prepare to die...because it’s your only way to win.

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Gustave looking right in Clair Obscur Expedition 33
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - 8 Things A Sequel Could Improve

As good as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is, there are plenty of ways that Sandfall Interactive could improve things in a potential sequel.

Luigi in Luigi’s Mansion 2
Potentially Cool Uses For Nintendo Switch 2’s Virtual Boy

This upcoming Switch 2 accessory can be more useful if Nintendo wants it to be.

Sophie in Clair Obscur Expedition 33
6 Reasons Why Clair Obscur Expedition 33's Prologue Is The Best Ever

It's hard to forget an opening like the prologue of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. But is it one of the greatest video game intros of all time?

The Knight in Hollow Knight
Hollow Knight Vs. Silksong: Which Is The Better Game?

Nail vs Needle: What game and hero comes out on top?

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Tseng in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Essential Final Fantasy Games You Have To Play To Understand The Series

From retro classics to modern masterpieces, these Final Fantasy games are essential for understanding the series' popularity today.

Clair Obscur Fan Crafts Real-Life Esquie
Clair Obscur Vs Silksong: Which Is 2025's Best Success Story?

They're both great games, but was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 or Hollow Knight: Silkssong this year's ultimate surprise success?

The Curator in Clair Obscur Expedition 33
Mysteries Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Update Could Answer

From ancient battles to strolls through the park, these are what fans want to see in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s update.

Summoning power in Cult of the Lamb
10 Games That Reward You For Being Heartless

There are always perks to the dark side.

Zelda in the palace in The Legend of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom
Best Open-World Games With Ridiculous Gameplay

Punch rocks, catch humans, and sail like a pirate in these strange open-world games.

Nero in Devil May Cry 5-1
Best Action Games With Ridiculous Gameplay

These outrageous and over-the-top action games deliver unforgettable, ridiculous gameplay experiences, pushing the boundaries of the genre.

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Best Open-World Games To Play Over A Long Time

Sit down and take your time in these open-world games for weeks or months on end, as there is so much great content to experience.