Mark Rowland-Gaming Features Writer

Mark Rowland

Gaming Features Writer

October, 2022
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About Mark Rowland

Mark Rowland is a Gaming Features writer for Screen Rant who grew up playing Nintendo games with his older brothers - you’ll still find him obsessing over Pokémon, Zelda and Pikmin. As a screenwriter, Mark loves delving into the themes and storytelling techniques in games and film. He loves all things fantasy and animation, typically leaning towards darker and surreal stories. With a Masters of Screenwriting from London Film Academy and a Science Honours from the University of Melbourne, Mark's interests are linked by an innate curiosity for the world around him.

Outside of his studies, Mark co-created, wrote and voiced the YouTube channels CultureCrash and Scriptease (What’s up Crash Stans?). His other writings include educational videos for high school text book publisher Jacaranda and film reviews for Westside Radio, for which he also occasionally joins the Sunday breakfast show on air. While he now works on radio dramas and short films, he justifies his gaming habit by writing about it here!

Feel free to reach out at his website: 
https://www.markrowlandscript.com/

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4 Biggest Hogwarts Legacy Choices That Actually Matter

Certain choices in Hogwarts Legacy will drastically impact the player’s experience of the wizarding world, crafting their own unique story.

Link skydiving from a floating island in a Tears of the Kingdom trailer. His arms and legs are outspread, with the camera below Link, looking up at him with clouds and more floating islands in the sky behind.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Release Date, Story, Trailer

Players can get ahead by learning everything there is to know about TOTK, such as story details, abilities, the weapon durability system, and more.

A cutout of adult Link from Ocarina of Time drawing a bow superimposed over a screenshot from Zelda 64 - Dawn & Dusk, where kid Link is running through a cave with a Deku Stick alight and a lit torch behind him.
Ocarina Of Time Has A Spin-Off You’ve Never Heard Of

Ocarina of Time is often held as the greatest video game of all time, but this spin-off title takes the game’s basic assets and engine to a new level.

The lit-up flames of the Demon Lord Diablo's face illuminate the never-ending darkness.
Diablo Story So Far: Everything You Need To Know Before Diablo 4

Diablo 4 will add new backstory to Diablo’s world, re-examining the power of the Nephalem and spotlighting the angels and demons that spawned them.

An archangel in Diablo 4, floating above the ground, arms outstretched, and wings of glowing light spread.
Diablo 4’s Map Is So Much Bigger Than You Think

The map for the full release of Diablo 4 looks set to make Diablo 4’s beta map seem tiny in comparison, branching out into Sanctuary and beyond.

Ada Wong in the Resident Evil 4 remake standing in the castle courtyard talking into a radio, which she's looking toward and holding just out of frame.
Resident Evil 4 Remake: Why Is Ada On The Island?

Ada Wong is one of the most enigmatic characters in the Resident Evil franchise, prompting the player to question her hidden motivations.

Official character art of Mewtwo in front of two artworks from the Pokémon's cards, both of which show Mewtwo on a cosmic background.
Pokémon TCG: Which Mewtwo Cards Are Worth The Most Money

Mewtwo is a staple mascot for the Pokémon series, with his edgy design and powerful appearance commanding a high price for some Pokémon cards.

Leon frees a dog from a bear trap in Resident Evil 4.
What Happened To The Dog In Resident Evil 4 Remake?

A memorable moment from the original Resident Evil 4 may have been brutally rewritten in the remake, killing off a fan favorite character.

split image of triforce, Midna and Link (1)
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With Tears of the Kingdom releasing, the most committed fans are excited to see the Zelda universe expand with new artwork and tattoo inspirations.

Luis Sera from Resident Evil 4 Remake poses in his introduction.
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The latest trailer for Resident Evil 4 Remake features a split second frame that drastically changes Luis Sera’s story from the original game.

A close-up of Hugo's eyes from Final Fantasy 16 as he transforms into the Eikon Titan.
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The new Eikons for Final Fantasy 16 place a greater emphasis on the Summons from previous Final Fantasy games, making them more interesting than ever.

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Everything Square Enix has released so far about the newest Final Fantasy title, from story revealed in trailers to the Eikon battle system.

A collage of the artwork from three different Pokémon TCG collection boxes: Eevee Heroes, Nessa Special and Kanazawa Collection.
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The collection boxes are hand-crafted to feature the rarest cards in the Pokémon TCG, driving their value through the roof for collectors.

Leon from the Resident Evil 4 Remake wields a shotgun, protecting Ashley.
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The demos for new Resident Evil games are a fantastic way to hype up players and showcase the new features in each mainline entry or remake.

A Nintendo Switch surrounded by a mysterious dark border.
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The next generation Nintendo console has been infinitely speculated upon, but these last few months have yielded some trustworthy insider information.

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The Legend of Zelda has featured numerous iterations of Princess Zelda each crafted for their game’s aesthetic, but with varying degrees of success.

Three versions of Resident Evil's Leon Pose: Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 2 Remake.
Resident Evil 4 Remake: Leon's Complete Timeline Before & After RE 4

Leon S. Kennedy has been on multiple missions to combat bioterrorists and save hostages, developing his combat skills and altering his personality.

Leon Kennedy from Resident Evil 4 stares out a broke window at a horde of approaching Ganados.
How Resident Evil 4 Changed The Survival Horror Genre Forever

Resident Evil 4 is noted as a landmark entry in the survival horror genre for seamlessly combining competent action gameplay with terror.

The Pokémon TCG Cards Greninja Break, Nobunaga's Rayquaza and Flareon EX against a purple background.
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Monk Maz Koshia, one of Zelda Breath of the Wild's most difficult bosses, poses cross-legged against a shrine backdrop.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s 10 Hardest Boss Fights, Ranked

Breath of the Wild’s boss fights serve as worthy challenges to reward the player’s exploration, leading them through the story and bonus content.