Nick Rodriguez-Contributor

Nick Rodriguez

Contributor

August, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing, University of Illinois
Action RPG, From Software, Mass Effect
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About Nick Rodriguez

Nick is a freelance writer from Chicago, IL, with a BA in Creative Writing from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His lifelong belief in the artistic power of video games led him to contribute to GameRant and ScreenRant, platforms where he has managed to share helpful news content, thoughtful opinion pieces, and more than a few hot takes.

While he believes all gaming genres and categories have worth, Nick's interests lie primarily in the realm of single-player experiences, with hand-crafted stories, tight and challenging gameplay, and emotive, unique visual and audio design. On the industry side of things, he is committed to supporting creators, identifying and criticizing exploitation, and combating negativity and toxicity.

Aside from gaming, he enjoys long-distance running, reading, contributing to his blog, working on his Honda CX650C, writing fiction, and having a beer or two.

Favorite Games

- Bloodborne
- Disco Elysium
- Death Stranding
- Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
- Mass Effect 2
- Red Dead Redemption 2
- Dead Space
- Signalis
- Hades
- BioShock
- Super Mario Galaxy
- The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

Industry Focus

A bit of everything, but with a particular affinity for indie games, industry news, gaming events, and new technology.

Favorite Console

Easy win for the PS2.

Latest

Geralt Smirking Slightly in the snow in The Witcher 3
The Witcher 3's New DLC Release is CDPR's Worst-Kept Secret

It's looking more and more likely that The Witcher 3 is going to get another expansion this year, despite CD Projekt Red trying to keep it secret.

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Why RPGs Are More Likely to Trigger Post-Game Depression

A recent study suggests that feelings of sadness after beating a game are rather common, and interestingly, RPG players may be particularly at risk.

The Moon in The Legend of Zelda Majora's Mask Crashing into Termina
Nearly 26 Years Later, The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Feels More Unique Than Ever

It may have many successors, some better than others, but The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask still stands out among the crowd.

resident evil monsters including nemesis and jack baker
Resident Evil's Most Brutal Deaths

Resident Evil is replete with hardcore, crazy, hilarious, and downright disgusting death sequences, which have helped shape its legacy.

resident evil requiem leon with RE2 remake leon in the requiem lobby
These Are Leon's Best One-Liners from the Last 30 Years of Resident Evil

After almost three decades' worth of Resident Evil games under his belt, Leon Kennedy has amassed quite a collection of cool action-hero quotes.

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A Shot of the Forest from the Unreal Engine Tech Demo Based on The Witcher 4
The Witcher 4 Will Feel Like a Whole New Game (Compared to Geralt's Adventures)

The Witcher 3 stands tall as a gaming landmark, but it's likely that The Witcher 4 will be so different it's almost unrecognizable.

A Cavernous biome with red light and creatures in Subnautica 2
Every Biome Confirmed for Subnautica 2 So Far

Like the first game, Subnautica 2 is expected to boast a wide array of distinct underwater biomes, some of which have been partially revealed.

Runner hiding behind a wall in Marathon
Between Marathon and ARC Raiders, It's Clear Which One Took The Bigger Risk (And It Paid Off)

Marathon and ARC Raiders are two of the biggest extraction shooters of the past few years, but one is clearly more experimental than the other.

A Shot of the Outside of the player-character's store in Retro Rewind
New Steam Game Will Make You Painfully Nostalgic for the Days of Blockbuster and Family Video

Blockbuster may be little more than a faint memory in the modern age, but its spirit is carried on through the recently released Retro Rewind.

Vice City in GTA 6
Grand Theft Auto's 3 Universes Explained (and How GTA 6 Fits In)

Although most players are only familiar with one of them, Rockstar has been clear about there being three distinct universes in Grand Theft Auto.

Key Art Illustration for Sword Art Online Echoes of Aincrad
Echoes of Aincrad's Death Game Mode Explained

Echoes of Aincrad, the upcoming Sword Art Online game, will include a very interesting, challenging, and fitting game mode.

Johnny and V Driving in a sports sedan in Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077's "One More Update" Cycle Continues

Cyberpunk 2077 is still getting updates, continuing CD Projekt Red's practice of elevating the game beyond expectations and despite prior claims.

Attacking the Braithwaite Manor with the Gang in Red Dead Redemption 2
Dan Houser’s Red Dead Redemption 3 Comments Hint Rockstar Could Be Playing With Fire

Comments from former Rockstar head Dan Houser seem to support a common notion: that Red Dead Redemption 3, in name, is a bad idea.

red dead redemption sean maguire and nina williams from tekken with an RDR background
The Most Memorable Irish Characters in Gaming History

The island of Ireland has made invaluable contributions to all forms of media, and that includes iconic, unforgettable video game characters.

Cloud Looking up at the sky at the end of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Everything Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Has Left to Cover

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and its predecessor cover about half of the original's story, meaning Part 3 will be jam-packed with story content.

yuna from final fantasy 10 and lune from expedition 33
5 RPGs Where the Luck Stat ACTUALLY Matters

Some luck of the Irish can go a long way in an RPG, although some games offer better incentives for leaning on luck than others.

Steam Logo Laid Over a Royalty Free Image of a Judge at a table
Every Lawsuit Against Steam Storefront Owner Valve Explained

Valve, the company behind games like Half-Life 2 and the massive gaming storefront Steam, has found itself in the legal crosshairs of several parties.

Players Walking Around a Destroyed Structure in Icarus
March 26 is a Super Busy Day for Video Games

This year is shaping up to be a busy one for the games industry, and March 26 seems to be a particularly packed release date.

Melina and Tarnished at the Cauldron in Elden Ring
Why Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition's Knight Class Is Not Causing Mass FOMO

Slated to release later this year, the Switch 2 version of Elden Ring will include new gear, features, and classes, but don't worry about missing out.

Gameplay of fishing on a beach in Road to Vostok
New Hardcore Survival Game on Steam Throws You Into Tarkov-Level Chaos and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Dread

An upcoming project on Steam promises an intense survival simulation experience, with shades of the adventure and extraction shooter genres.