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About Me

I began my gaming journey by playing flash games and whatever my potato PC could run in the early 2000s. I still have fond memories of playing GTA games and Need for Speed 2. I eventually moved to online experiences like IMVU and Wizard 101, which further propelled my love for gaming. Now I love to play indie and a couple of AAA entries to pass my time.

Position at Tech4Gamers

I’ve previously worked for eXputer as a Senior News Writer for several years. Now with Tech4Gamers, I love to devoutly keep up with the latest gaming and entertainment industries. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and years of experience reporting on games and breaking exclusive stories. Besides my passion for gaming journalism, I love spending my leisure time farming away in Stardew Valley. VGC, IGN, GameSpot, Game Rant, TheGamer, GamingBolt, The Verge, NME, Metro, Dot Esports, GameByte, Kotaku Australia, PC Gamer, and more have cited my articles.

Tech Journey

Despite having a fair share of experience with retro console gaming in my early years, I’ve mostly stuck to PC for the rest of my life. I made the best use of a potato PC for a long time by playing various popular indie and low-end releases before eventually equipping myself with a rig that allowed me to try out many AAA games on my wishlist. Since then, my passion has grown into a profession that I’m proud of over the years.

Current PC setup

I’m currently using these specs on my trusty gaming device:

OS: Windows 11

CPU: Intel Core i7-12700H 2.70 GHz

GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060

RAM: DDR5 16 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Sony Doesn’t Plan To Sell Next-Gen Hardware At A Significant Loss

During a Q&A session for its Game and Network Services, Sony revealed that it doesn't plan to sell next-gen hardware at significant losses.

Up To 80% Of Global AAA Game Launch Sales On Consoles Comes From PlayStation, Analyst Claims

A renowned industry analyst clarifies that up to 80% of AAA game launch console sales come from PlayStation rather than Xbox.

GTA 6 Made $1 Billion In Pre-Order Revenue In Its First Hour, Report Reveals

A new report reveals that GTA 6 has earned over $1 billion in pre-order revenue in its first hour alone, breaking industry records.

Elder Scrolls And Fallout Sequels Will Disappoint Fans Due To Shorter Dev Cycle, Says Skyrim Lead

Skyrim lead designer Bruce Nesmith has stated that Microsoft's plan to accelerate Elder Scrolls and Fallout sequels will disappoint fans.

Xbox Dismisses Claim That PS5 Has 8x More GTA 6 Pre-Orders: “Wait For Real Data”

An Xbox spokesperson has revealed that PlayStation isn't outnumbering the company 8:1 in GTA 6 pre-orders like previous reports stated.

Valve Says New Steam Machines Will Launch Faster Than Steam Deck

Valve has confirmed in a new interview that new Steam Machine models, with better specifications, will launch faster than Steam Deck.

Cyberpunk 2 Lead Says The Industry Is Imploding After Bungie Layoffs, Offers Jobs At CDPR

Cyberpunk 2 game director Paweł Sasko stated that it feels like the industry is imploding due to the frequency and scale of recent job cuts.

Xbox Has Reportedly Suspended Adding Third-Party Games On Game Pass, Insider Claims

A notable insider claims that Xbox has reportedly frozen plans to bring any third-party titles to Game Pass for the forseeable future.

Adjusted For Inflation, GTA 6 Is Actually The Cheapest Installment In The Franchise

New analysis reveals that GTA 6 is actually the cheapest game in the entire franchise when adjusted for inflation.

State of Decay 3 Features 4x Bigger Map, Seamless 4-Player Co-Op, and Larger Communities

State of Decay 3's latest preview reveals new details, such as players being able to manage three settlements together, and more.

Scalpers Are Listing Steam Machine Units For Over $3000

Scalpers are selling Steam Machine PCs at exorbitant pricing on platforms like eBay, targeting gamers who aim to secure these units early.

PlayStation Boss Officially Teases Rumored PS6 Handheld

PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino teased the PS6 handheld, saying that the company should develop a console accessible in multiple locations. 

GTA 6 Pre-Orders Are Selling 6 Times Higher On PS5 Than Xbox

New data reveals that PS5 is outpacing Xbox by 6 to 1 in GTA 6 pre-orders, confirming that Rockstar's marketing with Sony has been a success.

GTA 6 Demand And Component Shortages Could Spark Christmas PS5 And Xbox Shortages

A retailer has stated that there won't be enough consoles during the Christmas period to meet demand due to GTA 6 and memory shortages.

Sony Studios Chief Says Bungie Layoffs Were ‘Necessary’

Sony studios chief clarifies that layoffs were the only way forward for Bungie, even though multiple alternatives were explored.
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Sony Doesn’t Plan To Sell Next-Gen Hardware At A Significant Loss

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During a Q&A session for its Game and Network Services, Sony revealed that it doesn't plan to sell next-gen hardware at significant losses.
News

Up To 80% Of Global AAA Game Launch Sales On Consoles Comes From PlayStation, Analyst Claims

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A renowned industry analyst clarifies that up to 80% of AAA game launch console sales come from PlayStation rather than Xbox.
News

GTA 6 Made $1 Billion In Pre-Order Revenue In Its First Hour, Report Reveals

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A new report reveals that GTA 6 has earned over $1 billion in pre-order revenue in its first hour alone, breaking industry records.
News

Elder Scrolls And Fallout Sequels Will Disappoint Fans Due To Shorter Dev Cycle, Says Skyrim Lead

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Skyrim lead designer Bruce Nesmith has stated that Microsoft's plan to accelerate Elder Scrolls and Fallout sequels will disappoint fans.
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Only Rockstar Can Get Away With Pre-Orders Without Showing Real Gameplay

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Rockstar opened GTA 6 pre-orders without even showing actual gameplay, which sets a bad precedent in the industry.