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LB Beistad

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December, 2022
BA in Philosophy. Long story short, I had to write lots and lots of papers.
Action, Adventure, Horror
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About LB Beistad

LB Beistad is a writer and musician based in Nashville, TN. Her love of gaming began with her cousin introducing her to Banjo Kazooie and Jak and Daxter when she was five years old. It was love at first play. 

Now, she jumps into any game that scratches that specific itch of being both a strong story and well-rounded gamplay, but she gravitates mostly toward action-adventure and horror. When she isn't gaming, she's making music, drawing, or training for triathlons (she wants to be as strong as Lara Croft, but so far, her athletic ability is closer to Magikarp). 

Her biggest career accomplishment so far has been the ability to turn this into a full-time gig, despite still being freelance. From a young age, she loved to write, even winning journalism awards during her school years and into college. Getting to combine her love of writing and gaming has been a dream. LB is always on the hunt for a new adventure, and games journalism has given her the freedom to explore.

Favorite Games

This is too hard of a question, so I'm making a top 10 list (in no particular order):

- Jak and Daxter
- The Last of Us Part 2
- Death Stranding 2
- Death's Door
- Alan Wake 2
- Returnal
- Uncharted 4
- Detroit: Become Human
- Little Nightmares
- Inside

Proudest Gaming Achievement

I've been working to build my ultimate gaming collection with past gen consoles and physical games. The most satisfying have been finding the same style of Game Boy Advance I had as a kid and finding a used PSP that actually works well. 

Favorite Console

When it comes to the current gen consoles, I think they're all great in their own ways, but my best gaming memories have been with the PS2, so I'll have to go with that. 

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Every Game That Was at the Xbox Games Showcase

This year's Xbox Games Showcase featured over 25 video games, and these are all the titles that were part of the massive event.

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Every Game That Was at Summer Game Fest 2026

This year's Summer Game Fest was packed with some big surprises, and these are all the games that were part of the big event.

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Marvel’s Wolverine: Sabretooth Needs to Be More Like Doc Ock, Less Like Venom

Marvel's Wolverine brings Sabretooth into the story, and his presence hopefully feels more like Spider-Man's Doc Ock than Venom.

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Battlefield 6 Teases Season 4 Content and More 2026 Roadmap Updates

Battlefield 6 unveils what to expect with its 2026 roadmap, plus reassurance that naval warfare is finally coming in Season 4.

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Sony Santa Monica Throws Shade at God of War Laufey Critics

Debate about God of War Laufey's title spreads on the internet, and Santa Monica Studio is giving a subtle response to critics.

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God of War Laufey's Boss Fights Have Seriously Endless Potential, But It's Not the New Ones That Are Most Exciting

God of War Laufey is introducing brand-new pantheons, but the afterlife of the gods also leaves room for familiar faces to return.

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Leak Reveals Return of Underrated Capcom Franchise After 9 Years

Capcom has been on a hot streak, and a new leak is claiming that the company is preparing to revive one of its best franchises.

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Xbox Game Pass Just Added the Perfect Game at the Right Time

After A24's Backrooms movie proved to be such a hit, this new Xbox Game Pass co-op horror title is the perfect game to check out.

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God of War Laufey Release Window Leaked

God of War Laufey was announced at the Sony State of Play, and a well-known insider is already claiming to know when it will release.

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September is Suddenly a Busy Month for Gaming, But There's a MASSIVE Catch

Sony's State of Play added even more to September's calendar, and it's a sign that the following months might be really quiet.

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God of War Laufey's Mongolian and Egyptian Mythologies Explained

God of War Laufey's setting opens the door to explore new pantheons, and Mongolian and Egyptian mythologies are the first to be confirmed.

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Every Game That Was at the PlayStation State of Play for June 2026

The recent Sony State of Play showcase was stacked with great announcements and sneak peeks, and here is every game that was present.

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Wolverine Game Officially Reveals Jean Grey, Sabretooth, and Brutal God of War-Style Combat

Sony's State of Play kicked things off with a new look at Marvel's Wolverine, and Jean Grey and Sabretooth will be joining the fight.

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LEGO Fans Build 331 Pound USS Iowa Ship Using Nearly 100,000 Pieces

There have been plenty of great fan-made LEGO builds over the years, and this massive USS Iowa creation is an absolute beast.

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A Resident Evil Game Set in Japan Might Happen

The future of the Resident Evil franchise has been kept in the dark, but producer Masato Kumazawa is hinting at a trip to Japan.

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New Star Wars Game Could Be Shown This Week

There is a lot of speculation about which games will be at Summer Game Fest, and a new Star Wars game is a possible contender.

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Summer Game Fest 2026 Set Up to Be 'Biggest Live Show Yet'

This year's Summer Game Fest is only a few days away, and event host Geoff Keighley is teasing one of the biggest showcases yet.

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Unreal Engine 6 Needs to Be the Moment AAA Studios Stop Chasing Photorealism and Start Prioritizing Systemic Evolution

Unreal Engine 6 has been revealed, and it hopefully marks the start of studios prioritizing realistic worlds over lifelike graphics.

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All God of War Faye Rumors and Leaks Explained: New Pantheons, Tyr's Role, and More

There are a lot of rumors circulating about a God of War game starring Faye, and these are all the details that have been leaked so far.

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Steam's Tag Purge Oversimplifies Some Categories That Should Not Have Been Simplified

Steam recently made big changes to many of its tags, and a few categories are being watered down way more than they should be.

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