Matt Vatankhah
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About Matt Vatankhah
Matt is a sicko for retro FPS games, fighting games, Metroidvanias, roguelikes, and RPGs. Some of his current favorite games include the Final Fantasy series, Street Fighter 6, Slay the Spire, Path of Exile, and, most recently, Deadlock. He will absolutely stomp you in Tetris.
An avid video game music fan, Matt collects vinyl of his favorite game soundtracks and once remixed a Final Fantasy VI song with the Nas classic “Made You Look.”
Proudest Gaming Achievement
Matt has beaten I Wanna Be the Boshy. If you know, you know.
Industry Focus
Matt started his career in games media as a guides writer in 2022, later becoming an editor in 2024. He's written reviews, news, and features, but he really enjoys creating guides. In 2026, he joined GameRant as a contributing guides writer. Matt's had a passion for video games all of his life, spanning back to when he first held a Super Nintendo controller in his hands and throughout every generation that would follow.
Favorite Console
Matt's favorite console of all time is the original Sony PlayStation, both for the technological leaps it made for gaming and the enormous library of timeless classics that came with it.
Latest
Marathon: How to Get the UESC Stockpile in Return on Investment 5
A guide on the final step of the Return on Investment contract series for Traxus.
Marathon: How to Get Altered Wire and Storage Drives in Return on Investment 4
A guide on finding the required salvage and a DCON in a single run.
Marathon: How to Download UESC Comms Security Code in Return on Investment 3
A step by step guide on the Traxus contested contract.
Marathon: How to Acquire Explosive Supplies in Return on Investment 2
A step-by-step guide on acquiring explosives and the best places to use them.
Marathon: How to Find the Hidden Stash in Run/Hide 4
A guide on finishing MIDA's contested contract in Outpost.
Slay the Spire 2: Hidden Gem and Replay Guide
A guide explaining how to get the Hidden Gem card and how its Replay effect works.
Best Defect Cards and Builds in Slay the Spire 2
Harness the powers of innovation, the elements, and brute strength with these Defect builds.
Best Silent Cards and Builds in Slay the Spire 2
Whether slicing and dicing or poisoning, these Silent cards will lead you to victory.
Slay the Spire 2: Tips and Tricks for Beginners
Become a master of the Spire with these helpful suggestions.
Slay the Spire 2: Howl From Beyond, Explained
Find out what 'plays from the Exhaust Pile' actually means.
Slay the Spire 2: Byrdonis Egg Quest Guide
Trying to hatch a Byrdonis Egg? This guide will explain how the new Quest card works.
How Do Cores Work in Marathon?
An explanation on Cores and how they can modify your Runner's unique abilities.
How to Get Firefly Burners in Arc Raiders
The final stage of the Weather Monitoring System project requires a Firefly Burner. This guide lights the path.
How to Get Comet Igniters in Arc Raiders
The Weather Monitor System project requires some new parts to complete. Here's how to find them.
All Surgeon Raider Deck Rewards in Arc Raiders
The Shrouded Sky update blows in with the third free Raider Deck up for grabs.
Overwatch Prestige Passes, Explained
Due to inconvenient server issues, Overwatch players have been compensated with hefty rewards.
Best Skills to Learn First in God of War Sons of Sparta
These early skills will give you an edge in battle and ensure you spend those Blood Orbs wisely.
When Is Double Jump Unlocked in God of War Sons of Sparta? (Celestial Step)
The Celestial Step ability will have Kratos reaching brand new heights.