Noah Waterman-Contributor

Noah Waterman

Contributor

May, 2025
12 years of digital video production, including 5 running the WWE's gaming channel UUDD. 6 years live event hosting and VO work.
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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

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What Did Oblivion Remastered Accomplish, One Year Later?

One year later, was Oblivion Remastered a success? Noah Waterman dives into the performance, mods, and legacy of this surprise return to Cyrodiil.

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3 Devs, One Ambitious Medieval Sandbox - Valorborn Early Access Interview

Valorborn is a sandbox RPG from Laps Games. The three-person indie studio building a medieval world where your story is entirely your own.

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Drafting the Best Canceled Games We’ll NEVER Play | Gaming Power Rankings

We’ve all mourned a game that vanished. From cult "what ifs" to lost legends, we’re ranking the best canceled titles that we'll never get to play.

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Pragmata is Just Weird Enough to Work - Review Roundup

Capcom's new IP follows RE9's success. With reviews finally out, we’re diving into what critics say about this sci-fi puzzle-shooter adventure!

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We Draft the BEST Switch Era Nintendo Games

The Switch era saw a decade of hits. But which games are the absolute best? We’re drafting two teams of Nintendo icons to find the ultimate winner.

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Drafting the BEST Video Game Remakes of All Time

Remakes are in a modern renaissance. We’re drafting the greatest of all time, from Resident Evil to Final Fantasy. Which team wins?

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Star Fox's Meteoric Rise & Fall

Star Fox’s surprise movie debut has us wondering: why can't this legend catch a win? He hasn't soared since SF64. What happened to the ace?

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Best Games on Xbox Game Pass (April 2026)

Another month, another list of Game Pass games we think you should have on your radar! From GOTY contenders to indie darlings, we've definitely got a

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Best Modern RPGs: Who Drafts the Strongest Team? - Power Rankings
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RPG fans: Since 2010, the genre has hit a new peak. Today, we’re drafting the ultimate modern RPG teams. Which Game Rant host wins?

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Marathon: Review Roundup | It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Marathon has been out for a little under a month, yet players and critics alike are still trying to make sense of it all.

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Crimson Desert: What You Should Know Before Buying It

Crimson Desert promises EVERYTHING. With a world bigger than RDR2 and more freedom than Zelda, here’s what you need to know before buying.

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'It's Weird, Funky, Experimental Sh*t' - Behind NYC's Indie Gaming Scene | Roadshow Pitstop

Meet the indie dev collective in NYC who wants to make the practice more accessible and sustainable.

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Does Crimson Desert Live Up to Its Ambition? - Review Roundup

Crimson Desert hype is soaring. Will its massive world live up to its bold ambitions or fizzle out? Here's what the industry is saying.

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This Indie Game Is Made With Felt, Pipe Cleaners & Cardboard | Roadshow Pitstop

Physical meets digital in this wonderful indie game about going home.

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Nintendo's Entire (Almost) Legal History

Nintendo finds themselves back in the courts taking on their largest opponent to date: The US Government.

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Fan Casting the Sonic Cinematic Universe

The star power for the next Sonic movie continues to grow with Kristen Bell joining the cast as the voice of Amy Rose! She joins an already star-studded group of returning celebrities and it seems that Paramount is all in on growing the franchise. With that in play and a much larger universe of Sonic lore to pull from, we started thinking about where the franchise goes next? Join Noah Waterman as he lays out his dream casting and fantasy plans the next batch of movies, shows, shorts and more in the Sonic Franchise.

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The Boomer Shooter About the “Death Cult of Labor”

Eating burgers and shooting skeletons - what more could you ask for from a boomer shooter?

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Phil Spencer is Leaving...What's Next for Xbox?

after nearly 40 years with the company, Phil Spencer is leaving Xbox.

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Indie Game Dev in 2026 Is BRUTAL — How Devs Are Surviving | GameRant Roadshow

Game development is hard, especially for an indie dev. Luckily, there are some people out there trying to change that for good.

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The Ashcrofts: Resident Evil’s Forgotten Bloodline

Resident Evil 9 features a brand new protagonist in Grace Ashcroft, but her ties to the franchise go far deeper than most newcomers.