Noah Waterman
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About Noah Waterman
It all started with a black screen, followed by a small "ding" and white letters appearing on screen spelling out "Nintendo". Since then, Noah Waterman has gone from Bay Area nerd to the "Boss Monster" of the New York nerd culture scene. He hosts a monthly comedy-video game tournament called "The World's Greatest Gamer" where every round is a wildy different game, he is the brain behind "The Bizarrcade", a YouTube channel that focuses on obscure gaming history & culture, and is the announcer for the giant monster wrestling promotion Kaiju Big Battel. As a digital video producer, Noah has over 12 years of experience making content for the web, including 5 as the Senior Producer and Channel Manager for the WWE's gaming channel "UpUpDownDown", hosted by Xavier Woods of the New Day, where he helped create and grow series like Uno, Rollout and the UUDD Championship Livestreams. Now, Noah is excited to be a part of the Game Rant team, continuing his focus on the industry he holds dear to his heart - and travelling a lot less in order to have more time for his family, his mini-painting, and of course - more games.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
Unlocking all the F-Zero AX characters in F-Zero GX THE HARD WAY (i.e. without access to the arcade cabinet).
Favorite Games
Hollow Knight, Skies of Arcadia, Super Metroid, Trombone Champ, Astrobot, Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Final Fantsy 6, Mario Sunshine, Cho Aniki: Bakuretsu Ranto Hen, Metal Slug X....ask me again tomorrow, the answers are likely to change.
Favorite Console
The Super Nintendo. Was my first love, but also did so much with what we now see as so little - plus if you count the Super Famicom library, the industry got REALLY experimental with their ideas. Not everything landed, but things were attempted and the nature of gaming as an art form flourished in a way that was never again matched until the indie game boom.
Latest
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy: From Stealth to Near-Soulslike Combat - Hands-On Preview
Can Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy land with the same audience that loved the first two games.
CONTROL Resonant Dives DEEP Into Character Action - Hands-On Preview
After 3 hours with Remedy's latest game, Anthony gives us the whole scoop on what he played.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Hands-On Preview - More Welcoming, More Punishing
Josh Cotts played 6 hours of the new Ace Combat: it’s everything AC7 aimed for. With intense combat and varied missions, fans must watch this one.
Best Games on Xbox Game Pass (June 2026)
A packed month for Game Pass means games for everyone. Here are our top picks you absolutely need to look out for this month!
007 First Light is Just the Beginning - Weekly Loadout
The new 007 is a smash hit! We dive into our 8/10 review of 007 First Light, drop Summer Game Fest predictions, and more on Weekly Loadout!
The History of James Bond Games and How the Gaming Industry Failed Him
With 007 First Light finally looking to be on the right track, we take a peak at the international man of mystery's history of gaming.
LEGO Batman's Shai Matheson Got His Dream Role - 'It Was Meant to Be'
Only a few have voiced Batman. LEGO Batman actor Shai Matheson joins Game Rant to discuss stepping into the cowl, fandom, and why the hit parody works
Is 007 First Light the Restart James Bond Needs? - Review Roundup
James Bond is back in gaming after a nearly 15 year hiatus, and while the worlds most beloved spy hasn't had too many beloved games since the N64.
Can PlayStation State of Play Turn Things Around? - Weekly Loadout
PlayStation's June State of Play kicks off Summer Game Fest with rumors of a new God of War creator game, reviving franchises, and major sequels!
Is ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Better Than Disco Elysium? - Review Roundup
Following in the footsteps of Disco Elysium, has ZA/UM recaptured the magic of Disco Elysium?
What Does the Star Fox Remake Mean for Zelda in 2026?
Nintendo has called their shot for the summer with a bold new direction on Star Fox, visually at least.
Why Forza Horizon 6 is ANOTHER 9/10 Must Play Xbox Game - Weekly Loadout
Forza Horizon 6 hits Japan! We dive into our 9/10 review, celebrate 15 years of Witcher 2, and discuss what GTA 6 needs for RDR fans. Stream now!
Diving Deep on What Makes Subnautica 2 Special - Weekly Loadout
Subnautica 2 early access is coming! We talk to Chris Adams about his time with the devs, prep for Summer Game Fest, and talk FF7 Part 3. Tune in!
Skyrim Modding 101 - Interview w/ FuzzBeed
Join producer Noah Waterman as he sits down with GGMods modder Fuzzbeed to get an introductory look at what it takes to mod a game like Skyrim!
Subnautica 2: How Players Are Changing the Game
The Subnautica series has cemented its place in the gaming industry with the hotly anticipated Subnautica 2 coming to early access this month.
Why Does Skyrim Have SO MANY Damn Mods? - Interview w/Alaxouche
Graphics, Armor, Macho Man Randy Savage? Here's our chat with modder Alaxouche and in learning his modding journey!
You Don't Understand Game Modding (And That's Okay) - Interview w/ HimeTarts
Stardew Valley and GGMods founding author HimeTarts joins us to chat all about how she got into modding.
Why Saros is a 9/10 MUST-PLAY PS5 Title - Weekly Loadout
Sony delivers with Saros (9/10), while Nintendo struggles in 2026. Plus, KOTOR remake news! All this on the first Weekly Loadout.
Black Flag and the OTHER Great Assassin’s Creed Games | Gaming Power Rankings
After 20 years and many genres, which Assassin’s Creed titles are truly the best? Today, we rank the top games in this iconic stealth-action franchise
How Windrose Became 2026’s Surprise Gaming Hit
Windrose isn’t just an overnight success—it's a Steam breakout. Host Noah Waterman dives into how this indie pirate survival game captured the world.