Game Rant is an online publication dedicated to reporting news and features about video games and the gaming industry.
In December 2019 I was hired onto the site as a freelance News Writer, but starting in March 2020 I expanded my reach into the Features section as well. There I wrote longer-form articles more independent, informative, or opinionated as original content for the site.
In April 2020 I was hired on as a full-time Staff Writer at Game Rant, and in June 2020 I published my first full-scale video game review for the site.
In September 2020 I became an editor at the site, which led to my time being split between writing, editing, and more.
2021
July
- Monday, 19 – Sunday, 25
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Could be a Game-Changer for Online Communities
The Yoshi’s Island Series Should Get Its Own ‘Metroid Dread’
A Fire Emblem Remake on Switch Should Build Upon Three Houses’ Monastery
Zelda: Skyward Sword – Everything You Need to Know About Groose
Remedy Entertainment’s Control Sequel Could Follow Loki’s Lead
Dying Light 2 Needs to Thread the Needle With Stealth Sections
Explaining The Role of the Metroid in the Series So Far
- Monday, 12 – Sunday, 18
Nintendo Consoles That Deserve LEGO Sets Like the NES
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl’s Most Exciting Update Might Not be Graphical
Sucker Punch Should Return to Sly Cooper After Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut
Pikmin 4 Would Really Shine on Switch OLED
Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands Should Go All-In On Character Customization
Interview with Konitama Founder Christopher Gottron:
Returnal Still Needs This Big Feature
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Should Give More Attention to Ally NPCs
- Monday, 5 – Sunday, 11
Kingdom Hearts 4 Should Expand Upon This KH2 Mechanic
Now Is The Perfect Time For Loki Content in Marvel’s Avengers
Mario Golf: Super Rush Shows Nintendo Should Use Mario’s Cast in 3D Sandbox Games
Metroid Dread Offers the Perfect Excuse to Re-Release Metroid Prime Trilogy
Every Game Featured at Sony’s July 2021 State of Play
Nintendo Switch OLED is a Great Step Forward for Accessibility
Hollow Knight: Silksong and Metroid Dread Showcase a Similar Lesson
- Thursday, 1 – Sunday, 4
Fire Emblem Games That Deserve to be Remade
Interview with G4 Hosts Jirard Khalil and Gina Darling:
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- G4 Interview: Jirard Khalil and Gina darling Talk Hosting Commitments, Living Childhood Dreams
- How G4 Helps Hosts like Jirard Khalil and Gina Darling with Charity Events
- Jirard Khalil and Gina Darling Talk History with G4, Content They Want in the Revival
- G4 Hosts Jirard Khalil and Gina Darling Describe the Joy of Building a New Family
June
Interview with Splashteam Creative Directors Romain Claude and Marie Marquet:
- Tinykin Interview: Splashteam Directors Talk Design, Influences, and E3 2021
- Tinykin’s Influences Include Pikmin, 90s Sci-Fi Comedies, Rick and Morty
- Tinykin Developers Discuss Journey from Game Jam Project to E3 2021 Showcase
May
Interview with Behaviour Interactive Creative Director Dave Richard and CMO David Reid:
- Dead by Daylight’s AI Zombies Mechanic Promises Big Future Additions
- Dead by Daylight Crossover Celebrating Resident Evil’s 25th Anniversary with Appeal to Nostalgia
- Dead by Daylight is Adding A Ton of Classic Resident Evil Content for Fifth Anniversary
Hardware Review: MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD esports Gaming Monitor Review
Interview with Pixile Studios CEO Michael Silverwood:
- Super Animal Royale Interview: Pixile Studios’ Michael Silverwood Talks Version 1.0, Indie Development, and Community Content
- How Super Animal Royale’s Community Has Enriched Its Development
- Pixile Studios CEO Details Super Animal Royale Console Release Plans, Future Content
Interview with Breath of the Wild Voice Actor Patricia Summersett:
- Breath of the Wild Interview: Zelda VA Patricia Summersett Talks Acting, Music Career
- Breath of the Wild VA’s Indie Folk Band ‘Summersett’ Developing Song Based on Video Game Symphonies
- Playing Princess Zelda Inspired Breath of the Wild’s Patricia Summersett to Unplug
- Zelda’s Tone Inspired by Study in London Says Breath of the Wild VA Patricia Summersett
Pokemon Gen 9 Should Steal This Feature from Pokemon Masters
Interview with Kabam Development Director Ethan Young and Creative Director Gabriel Frizzera:
- Marvel Realm of Champions Interview: Kabam Developers Talk 3.0 Features, Thor, and Marvel Universe
- Marvel Realm of Champions Creative Director Says Expanding Marvel Universe is ‘Big Win’ for Fans
- Marvel Realm of Champions Adds ‘Brawler’ Champion Thor in 3.0 Update
April
Super Mario Odyssey 2 Would Be the Perfect Follow-Up to Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Can’t Replicate This DS Feature, and That’s a Shame
Interview with Team Ninja Producer Fumihiko Yasuda:
- Ninja Gaiden Interview: Master Collection Producer Talks Changes, Franchise’s Legacy, and More
- Why Team Ninja Chose Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Over Remakes
- Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Producer Reflects on Series’ Legacy, Revival
- Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Producer Would ‘Like to Make’ Female-Led Spin-Off
March
Interview with GungHo Online Entertainment Directors Yuki Okano and Satoshi Ogihara:
- Teppen Interview: GungHo Talks Card Rotation Update, Capcom Franchises
- Teppen Developers Talk Capcom Crossovers, Fan Feedback
- Teppen Developers Discuss New Pack Rotation, Future Expansion Plans
Niantic’s Pikmin Game Could Take the Franchise to New Heights
Interview with The Completionist Jirard Khalil:
- The Completionist Interview: Jirard Khalil Talks 10-Year Anniversary, Preserved Play
- The Completionist Reflects on YouTube Career, Lessons Learned
- The Completionist Hosting Preserved Play Charity Livestream
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Should Have Their Own Delta Episode
February
How Shantae Could Work in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Game Preview: Knockout City
New Pokemon Snap Skipped February’s Nintendo Direct, but May Reappear Soon
Fire Emblem Fates’ Ambitions Set the Stage for Three Houses’ Success
The Various Fire Emblems Across the Franchise Explained
January
Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Remakes Should Embrace This Aesthetic Feature from Sword and Shield
Monster Hunter Should Borrow This Weapon Type from Zelda: Breath of the Wild
The Case for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to Add Perfect Dark’s Joanna Dark as DLC
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is Proof an Odyssey 2 Could Still Happen
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Should Include One Major DLC
One Hades Mechanic Perfectly Sets Up a Spiritual Successor
2020
December
Zelda: Breath of the Wild Areas That Would Be Great for Age of Calamity DLC
End of Year: The 10 Best In-Game Events of 2020
The King of Hyrule is the True Villain of Breath of the Wild
End of Year: 10 Best Video Game Villains of 2020
How Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’s Big Twist Could Affect Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2
Game Review: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
November
Gen 9 Needs to Fix Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Villain Problem
Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Calyrex May Be a Test for Gen 9
Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Dynamax Adventures Evoke an Updated Battle Frontier
Hardware Review: Razer 2020 Wireless Flagship Peripherals Suite
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’s Mini Guardian Could Change Everything
October
Game Review: ScourgeBringer
Interview with CCP Games; MMOS Scientists:
- EVE Online Interview: Scientists Outline Coronavirus Research
- EVE Online Interview: CCP Games Developers Discuss Player Community
- EVE Online Developers, Scientists Talk Coronavirus Impact
Interview with Flying Oak Games Co-Founder Thomas Altenburger:
- ScourgeBringer Interview: Dev Talks Indie Development, Roguelike Design
- ScourgeBringer Director Discusses Communal Indie Development Scene
- ScourgeBringer Dev Outlines Flying Oak Games’ Design Process
Ikenfell Shows How Thousand-Year Door Sequel Could Innovate
Game Review: Ikenfell
Pokemon Sword and Shield Kalos Rumors Are Connected to One Long-Running Fan Desire
Pokemon Sword and Shield Crown Tundra DLC Spells Good News Beyond Diamond and Pearl Remakes
September
The Defenders Need the Marvel’s Avengers Treatment
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Has a Zelda Problem
Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Remakes Seem More Likely Than Ever
Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Stands Out From Other Zelda Games In Interesting Way
Harry Potter RPG Hogwarts legacy Should Follow Jedi: Fallen Order’s Lead in One Big Way
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Has Big Breath of the Wild Problem
Other Nintendo Franchises that Should Get the Warriors Treatment
Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra May Be Setting Up a Big Pattern
Sonic the Hedgehog Games That Deserve the Mario 35th Anniversary Treatment
August
Interview with Codemasters Lead Designer Michael Moreton:
- Dirt 5 Interview: Dev Talks Playgrounds, Career Mode, and Next-Gen Hardware
- Dev Says Dirt 5 Has Cross-Generational Features
- Dirt 5 Dev Discusses New Playgrounds Feature
Most Wanted MW2 Map Remakes for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
Pokemon Sword and Shield Could Take a Lesson From Pokemon GO
How Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Could Utilize Dark Link
Interview with Gunfire Games Design Director John Pearl:
- Remnant Interview: Dev Talks Subject 2923 DLC, Game’s Reception, and More
- Remnant: From the Ashes Dev Talks DLC and First Anniversary
- Dev Discusses Lore in Remnant: From the Ashes’ Subject 2923 DLC
Harry Potter RPG on PS5, Xbox Series X Has Huge Opportunity No Other HP Game Has Had Before
Nintendo’s Pikmin and Paper Mario Announcements Are Parties to Two Different Camps
Paper Mario: The Origami King Opens a Really Big Door
July
Paper Mario: The Origami King Has a Princess Peach Problem
Interview with Jagex – Lead Designer David Osborne, Senior Games Designer Tim Fletcher, Lead Content Developer James Crowther:
- RuneScape Interview: Devs Talk Desperate Measures Update, Working From Home
- RuneScape Devs Talk Creating Desperate Measures for Fans During Quarantine
- RuneScape Devs Discuss Expanding Lore in Desperate Measures Update
Game Preview: Skully
Paper Mario: The Origami King Spells Good News for Other Subfranchises
Interview with Finish Line Games Lead Designer Jason Canam:
- Skully Interview: Dev Talks Theming, Inspirations, and Working From Home
- Skully Dev Discusses Creating a Unified Game Design
- Skully Dev Talks Inspirations and Speedrunning
Game Preview: Among Trees (Early Access)
June
Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Isle of Armor DLC Sets Precedent for Next Gen
Game Review: Command and Conquer Remastered Collection
New Pokemon Snap Sets High Expectations for Next ‘Pokemon Presents’ Announcement
10 Animals That Should Get the Horizon Treatment in Forbidden West
Interview with Petroglyph Games Audio Director Frank Klepacki:
- Command and Conquer Remastered Interview: Composer Talks Technology, Community, and More
- Command and Conquer Composer Talks Fan Contributions to Remastered Soundtrack
- Command and Conquer Composer Talks Evolving Digital Music Technology
May
Super Mario Odyssey 2 Should Leave Princess Peach to Paper Mario
Interview with Behaviour Interactive – Game Director Mathieu Cote, Creative Director Dave Richard, Head of Public Relations Marie Claude Bernard:
- What’s Next for Dead by Daylight Killers?
- Dead By Daylight: Passing Judgment on Survivors as Pyramid Head
- Dead By Daylight Adding New Silent Hill Content
Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Should Address the Rito in the Room
One Thing Paper Mario: The Origami King Could Do Better than The Thousand-Year Door
Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 May Have a Master Sword Problem
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Who is Rover?
April
Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Should Let Link Form Relationships, Date
Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Could Follow in Ocarina of Time’s Footsteps
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Needs More Robust Local Co-Op
March
Interview with Robot Entertainment Design Director Jerome K. Jones:
- Orcs Must Die! 3 Interview: Dev Talks Story, Stadia, and More
- Orcs Must Die! 3 Dev Talks Stadia Exclusivity
- Orcs Must Die! 3 Dev Reveals New War Scenario Details and War Machines
This Pokemon Spin-Off Needs a Remake like Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX
Breath of the Wild 2 Could Start a Brand New Legend of Zelda Timeline
Pokemon Sword and Shield Should Distribute Zarude like a Gen 4 Mythical Pokemon
