Josh Cotts-Staff Writer

Josh Cotts

Staff Writer

December, 2023
B.A. in Mass Communications & Media Studies from Arizona State University
Final Fantasy, Assassin's Creed, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
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About Josh Cotts

Josh Cotts is a Senior Contributor at GameRant. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University in 2019 with a B.A. in Mass Communications & Media Studies and has been recognized for his writing ability since grade school. He has been gaming for over 30 years, with a long-standing love for RPGs, action-adventure games, and narrative-driven experiences. While he now prioritizes family above all else, with gaming mostly reserved for late nights after everyone is asleep, it remains his biggest hobby and a way to briefly escape into his favorite virtual worlds.

Industry Focus

Josh covers a wide range of game genres, with a particular passion for RPGs and narrative-driven experiences. His work focuses on game design, player agency, and how mechanics, worldbuilding, and storytelling come together to shape memorable experiences.

Favorite Games

Josh is unique in that he can enjoy and appreciate almost any video game. Thankfully, this makes him a very versatile writer and allows him the ability to write about almost any topic.  That being said, his favorite franchises and those he is most knowledgeable in are The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Dragon Age, Star Wars, Marvel's Spider-Man, Assassin's Creed, Super Mario, Destiny, and God of War.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

It's difficult to narrow down what his proudest gaming achievement would be, as he has a long history with gaming.  That being said, one of his more recent gaming achievements involves logging a collective 5,000+ hours in Destiny 2.  He is also proud of the many games that he has completed all of the achievements/trophies for, which make up an extensive list.

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Star Fox on Switch 2's Pre-Order Bonuses and Special Editions Explained

Star Fox is finally returning on Switch 2, but its pre-order and special editions situation is pretty straightforward.

Star Fox Switch 2 Pre Order Bonuses Special Editions Explained
Star Fox on Switch 2's Pre-Order Bonuses and Special Editions Explained

Star Fox is finally returning on Switch 2, but its pre-order and special editions situation is pretty straightforward.

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Summer Games Week: Highlighting 2026's Biggest Summer Releases

GameRant's Summer Games Week highlights the games that could make this season a lot more interesting than players might expect.

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Exodus Devs Explain What Makes It Different From Mass Effect

During a recent showcase briefing for Exodus ahead of Future Games Show, the devs explained what makes their sci-fi RPG different from Mass Effect.

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Matthew McConaughey's Interstellar Role Helped Him Understand Exodus' Big Hook

GameRant attended a showcase for Exodus, where the devs talked about how Matthew McConaughey's role in Interstellar gave him a good read on the game.

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Exodus' Inspirations Include Horizon Zero Dawn, Dune, Alien, Interstellar, Star Wars, and Star Trek

During a recent showcase briefing attended by GameRant, Archetype Entertainment and Wizards of the Coast shed some light on Exodus' many inspirations.

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Exodus' Extended Gameplay Reveal Paints the Clearest Picture Yet of Archetype's Sci-Fi RPG

Exodus' extended gameplay reveal offers the best look yet at how Archetype's sci-fi RPG handles combat, companions, choice, and time dilation.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Is Bringing DMZ Back With a Vengeance

Modern Warfare 4's DMZ is leaving its Beta roots behind with deeper progression, a harsher world, and a much clearer extraction identity.

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June 9 Is Going to Be a Historic Day for Destiny 2

Destiny 2's June 9 Monument of Triumph update is setting the stage for one of the biggest moments the series has ever seen.

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Razer Sensa HD Haptics Review: 007 First Light Is Better When You Can Feel It

Razer Sensa HD Haptics help 007 First Light feel more immersive, with some devices making Bond's world feel surprisingly physical.

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One of Ace Combat 8's Hardest Missions Was Inspired By Godzilla

I recently attended a First Look for Ace Combat 8, brand director Kazutoki Kono revealed Godzilla as the inspiration for one of its hardest missions.

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Ace Combat 8 Director Addresses Three Misunderstandings About the Series

At a recent Ace Combat 8 first-look event, producer Kazutoki Kono addressed three of the most common misunderstandings about the series.

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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.

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Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Hands-On Preview

GameRant went hands-on with Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and found a familiar sequel made bigger, sharper, more cinematic, and harder to put down.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Secret Weapon Interview
CoD Modern Warfare 4's Secret Weapon Is Hidden in Plain Sight

In a recent interview with GameRant, Infinity Ward talked about how Modern Warfare 4 being a first for the series allows for more creative freedom.

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Destiny 2 Being Playable After Its Final Update Doesn't Mean It's Still Alive

Destiny 2 may remain playable after June 9, but a live-service game without live-service support is something very different.

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New ARPG on Steam is Diablo Meets God of War Remixed into the Extraction Genre

Gods, Death and Reapers looks like Diablo and God of War pulled into the extraction genre, with dead gods and lost loot on the line.

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Infinity Ward Biting Its Tongue Over Massive Modern Warfare 4 Twist

In an interview with GameRant about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign, Infinity Ward teased an unprecedented twist for the series.

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Destiny 2: Everything Missing From the Game as It Shuts Down Service

As Destiny 2 prepares to stop moving forward, some of its most important campaigns, places, and stories remain locked out of reach.

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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 is Breaking New Ground (Our Preview Impressions)

Campaign, Multiplayer, Next-Gen upgrades and more, here's our Preview Impressions of the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4!

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