Tristan Jurkovich -Contributor

Staff Writer

Contributor

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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Gomez in Fez
Best Games That Make You Think Outside The Box
Fez

These games allow players to creatively solve puzzles their own way as they play.

The Dealer in Hand Of Fate 2
Best Games That Emulate The Feeling Of An Epic D&D Campaign

These games emulate the figure-based movements or engrossing, epic narratives of classic D&D campaigns.

Rikku in Final Fantasy 10
RPGs That Punish Players For Using Skills
RPG

You can make these RPGs easier by using these powerful abilities, but in exchange, you'll face some devastating consequences that may not be worth it 

Boruto holding out his fist in Boruto Naruto Next Generations
The Best Sequel Manga That Do It Better Than Dragon Ball Super

These manga sequels are great because they pass the torch, unlike Dragon Ball.

Kril in Another Crab’s Treasure
Best Open-World Games That Make You Happy

It’s hard not to smile while playing these open-world games.

Joel wearing red in The Last Of Us (PS3)
Most Realistic Video Game Characters

These characters aren't just one-dimensional avatars. They each have relatable motives and take actions that make sense given the situation at hand.

Dan in Binary Domain
Best Japanese Military Games

The West isn’t the only place with military games, as Japan has had a long history with a collection of excellent titles.

Sakuna carrying grass in Sakuna Of Rice And Ruin
Best Games To Play If You Want 3D Stardew Valley

Move into the third dimension with these sim games after your eleventh playthrough of Stardew Valley.

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Yumia in Atelier Yumia The Alchemist Of Memories & The Envisioned Land
JRPGs More People Should Play

There are JRPG legends, and then there are those underrated games that didn't get enough attention and that more gamers should check out.

Henry in Silent Hill 4 The Room
PS2 Games That Are Worth A Small Fortune Nowadays
PS2

These games are expensive, and the only way to play them legally is on the PlayStation2.

Goku in Dragon Ball Super (2015)
Dragon Ball: Goku’s Best Training Arcs

From chasing monkeys to weight lifting in space, these are Goku's most iconic training arcs.

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An alien in Alien Hominid Invasion
Best Modern 2D Run And Gun Games

Run, shoot, and jump across these excellent indie games from an oft-forgotten genre.  

Astro Bot in Astro Bot
PS5 Games That Start Strong & Just Keep Getting Better
PS5

From platformers to RPGs, as soon as players leave the title screen, they are in for a world of wonder in these PS5 adventures.

Clorinde using a sword in Genshin Impact
Video Game Characters Born In September

Remember, remember, these game characters who were born in September.

Claude in Valkyria Chronicles 4
Great JRPGs That Are Also Exhausting To Finish

These JRPGs are great games, but you may feel exhausted after investing enough time into them to roll credits.

The Director in Say No More
Best Modern Games To Play If You Miss The PS1

Polygonal models are back with these great modern games with PS1 vibes, ready to throw fans through a major nostalgia loop.

Revolver Ocelot in Metal Gear Solid 5 The Phantom Pain
Best Cheap Games That You Can Play For Months

These cheap games under $20 offer engaging gameplay and incredible value for money, ensuring you'll get dozens of hours of playtime for a low cost.

Kaguya in Rune Factory Guardians Of Azuma
Best JRPGs On The Nintendo Switch 2

Portable consoles like the Switch 2 are perfect for JRPGs, and these are the best the system has to offer.

DK in Mario Kart World
Best Open-World Games On The Nintendo Switch 2

These giant open-world games can now be taken on the go thanks to the enhanced hardware in the Nintendo Switch 2.

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Hideo Kojima in Metal Gear Solid 5 The Phantom Pain
Unused Ideas For Metal Gear Games That Hideo Kojima Has Talked About

Hideo Kojima’s ideas are often vague, but they are interesting to discuss.