Matthew Mendisana-Contributor

Matthew Mendisana

Contributor Since September, 2024
Qualifications 9 Years of Writing & 5 Years of Journalism
Expertise
RPG, Mass Effect, Metal Gear Solid
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About Matthew Mendisana

Matthew Mendisana is a journalist and writer with a passion for storytelling and a love for games and movies. That love carried him through college, while not letting his Autistic Spectrum hold him back. His first big break was having the honor of working as a film critic for “Reel Reviews,” leading to the publication of over 110 Movie Reviews. He also spent time as the lead editor for the Coastal Breeze News. Just be warned, give him a game or movie with a good story and an outstanding soundtrack, and he’ll likely talk your ear off with facts. He's also an avid reader of H. P. Lovecraft.

Favorite Games

His favorite game of all time would be Fallout New Vegas, with Doom, Dragon Age, Metal Gear Solid, Halo, and the original The Mass Effect Trilogy ranking in his top ten list.

When it comes to genres, his favorite is RPGs and FPSs, though he’s been getting into JRPGs as well.

Favorite Console

The first console he ever purchased with his hard-earned money was an original Xbox. Every generational version since has been added to his collection, but if you were to ask which he has the fondest memories of, it would be the Xbox 360.

That was the console that gave him Halo 3, and introduced him to franchises like Fallout and Mass Effect.

Industry Focus

Matthew works as a contributing list writer for Hardcore Gamer. His main goal is to explore individual topics and offering fun information for its readers. That also means ensuring the grammar is flawless, and the selected images for said lists are eye catching and fitting for the game/article in question.

Latest

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10 Best Shooters Set in Space

Say goodbye to Earth, because these stellar shooters are out of this world!

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8 Games to Play if You Love Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong

Need more challenging action after Hollow Knight: Silksong? These games are sure to test you.

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10 Best RPG Expansions in Video Games
RPG

Embark on epic quests and explore new lands in these incredible RPG add-ons.

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7 Biggest Plot Twists of The Metal Gear Solid Series

This is a countdown of the most unforgettable twists of Metal Gear Solid.

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10 Scary Games that’ll Make You Fear Outer Space
Horror

There’s no escaping from the jaws of the alien this time. Prepare to get lost in space as we explore some of the scariest games floating out there.

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Every Metal Gear Solid Spin-Off, Ranked
Metal Gear Solid

They dared to reimagine Metal Gear's stealth formula with cards, zombies and cyborg ninjas. Find out which spin-off snuck its way to the top of the rankings.

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10 Best Eating Mechanics in Video Games

Better bring an appetite, because these games are cooking with some of the most unique eating mechanics in gaming.

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8 Best Video Games for Pacifist Players

Tired of senseless killing and want to do things differently? Well, these games offer a more peaceful solution for non-lethal gaming.

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8 Things We Want to See in a Fallout 3 Remaster
Fallout

A Fallout 3 Remaster seems all but certain. When the game finally comes, however, there are a few things players are hoping to see.

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8 Video Game Villains Who Were Right

These complex antagonists challenge players to question their actions. Were they justified in their cruel deeds?

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8 Most Iconic Weapons From the Metal Gear Solid Series
Metal Gear Solid

Prepare to infiltrate the arsenal of Metal Gear Solid as we extract the franchise’s most legendary weapons.

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8 Metal Gear Solid Games with the Best Stealth
Metal Gear Solid

For Metal Gear Solid fans interested only in the games for their stealth, this list is loaded with enough cardboard boxes for everyone.

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8 Most Powerful Metal Gears in the MGS Series, Ranked

War has changed, and so have the Metal Gears in each installment, which is why we’re ranking the strongest bipedal tanks in the MGS franchise.

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9 Best RPGs with a Fully Voiced Protagonist
RPG

In honor of the voice actors who work their throats to death, we’re showing off the best fully voiced RPGs that’ll leave players speechless.

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10 Most Unforgettable Metal Gear Solid Quotes
Metal Gear Solid

Kept you waiting, huh? From Outer Heaven to Shadow Moses, we’re zeroing in on some of the best quotes from the Metal Gear Solid series.

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Review: Gradius Origins
Gradius Origins

The next collection of retro Konami games is here, and their names are Gradius and Salamander.

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8 Best Metroid Games, Ranked

It’s the greatest sci-fi series in gaming, starring an iconic heroine! So, we’re ranking which Metroid games are truly out of this world!

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8 Games to Play if You Love Donkey Kong Bananza

Whether you want another fun platformer or just want more Donkey Kong, there are plenty of fun selections to be found here.

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10 Best Stories in Pokemon, Ranked
Pokemon

Whether it’s the characters, villains, or plots, the greatest Pokémon games have featured the most unforgettable stories, and we’re ranking the best!

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10 Most Iconic Siblings in Video Games

They love each other. They bicker with each other. They are the most recognizable siblings in gaming.

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