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I may run SmashPad, but as a 37-year-old living at home in the Bay Area, I'd like to change that living situation.
If any entertainment publications need another voice for (p)reviews or events, or if any PR/marketing friends are seeking consultants or mock reviews, I'm free. Rates negotiable.
If any entertainment publications need another voice for (p)reviews or events, or if any PR/marketing friends are seeking consultants or mock reviews, I'm free. Rates negotiable.
Big Hops from @luckshotgames.com could be an indie gem for a lot of people.
It's not without its imperfections, especially if you're expecting it to be whimsy and cozy to get you feeling warm and fuzzy, but there's fun to be had!
It's not without its imperfections, especially if you're expecting it to be whimsy and cozy to get you feeling warm and fuzzy, but there's fun to be had!
While I enjoyed my time with Big Hops, it wasn't the must-play I was expecting it to be, but there are plenty of elements in the game that really give Luckshot's next platforming or puzzle project a lot of potential provided they really focus on the fun of either side.
REVIEW – Patient people with big brains will get the most out of “Big Hops”
The best platforming games usually a have a fantastic sense of momentum during traversal, creating a feeling of nonstop action. Other stalwarts in the genre replace that momentum with weapons and power ups that help make the impossible seem possible. Big Hops does a little of both in very enjoyable ways, but its focus on puzzles heavily bogs down the experience.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Big Hops from @luckshotgames.com could be an indie gem for a lot of people.
It's not without its imperfections, especially if you're expecting it to be whimsy and cozy to get you feeling warm and fuzzy, but there's fun to be had!
It's not without its imperfections, especially if you're expecting it to be whimsy and cozy to get you feeling warm and fuzzy, but there's fun to be had!
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Doug Bowser has been appointed to Hasbro's board of directors, just weeks after his retirement as president of Nintendo of America on Dec 31. gameinformer.com/2026/01/20/f...
January 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Doug Bowser has been appointed to Hasbro's board of directors, just weeks after his retirement as president of Nintendo of America on Dec 31. gameinformer.com/2026/01/20/f...
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There are people who think CJ Stroud is better than Jordan Love.
January 18, 2026 at 9:11 PM
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There are people who think CJ Stroud is better than Jordan Love.
January 18, 2026 at 9:04 PM
There are people who think CJ Stroud is better than Jordan Love.
And Josh finally wakes up.
January 17, 2026 at 11:58 PM
And Josh finally wakes up.
The Bills are the Packers of the AFC. Josh Allen really showing what he can do in the clutch. 😅
January 17, 2026 at 11:39 PM
The Bills are the Packers of the AFC. Josh Allen really showing what he can do in the clutch. 😅
My friends in PR, if there’s preview stuff in LA, invite me.
I’ll fly. I’m stupid with my money.
But seriously though I have miles to burn.
I’ll fly. I’m stupid with my money.
But seriously though I have miles to burn.
January 16, 2026 at 9:02 PM
My friends in PR, if there’s preview stuff in LA, invite me.
I’ll fly. I’m stupid with my money.
But seriously though I have miles to burn.
I’ll fly. I’m stupid with my money.
But seriously though I have miles to burn.
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PR people following me, my email access was immediately revoked at Inverse, if we were in the midst of talking about or working on something I'm super sorry. I'm gonna reach out to people I need to, but anyone can reach me at madsenhayes@gmail.com, for the time being.
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
PR people following me, my email access was immediately revoked at Inverse, if we were in the midst of talking about or working on something I'm super sorry. I'm gonna reach out to people I need to, but anyone can reach me at madsenhayes@gmail.com, for the time being.
One of the best dudes I’ve met over the last few years, and I absolutely adore his writing and mindset.😔
Give him a paid shot wherever you can.
SmashPad is here if you wanna keep your bylines current but I don’t imagine you’ll have much of a problem with that.
Give him a paid shot wherever you can.
SmashPad is here if you wanna keep your bylines current but I don’t imagine you’ll have much of a problem with that.
Inverse's Gaming section is being shut down as the company "divests" from gaming content. I'm out of a job along with my wonderful co-writers. I've put my heart and soul into this job for four years. Gonna need to take time to process, but I'm now completely open for work - and boy do I need it.
January 16, 2026 at 7:04 PM
One of the best dudes I’ve met over the last few years, and I absolutely adore his writing and mindset.😔
Give him a paid shot wherever you can.
SmashPad is here if you wanna keep your bylines current but I don’t imagine you’ll have much of a problem with that.
Give him a paid shot wherever you can.
SmashPad is here if you wanna keep your bylines current but I don’t imagine you’ll have much of a problem with that.
Wellp there’s one less site to pitch as I plan for this year to be my first paid review byline.
Really sorry to everybody at Inverse affected. This industry 👎👎
Really sorry to everybody at Inverse affected. This industry 👎👎
Games journalism layoffs hit Inverse, The Verge
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aftermath.site/layoff-verge-i...
January 16, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Wellp there’s one less site to pitch as I plan for this year to be my first paid review byline.
Really sorry to everybody at Inverse affected. This industry 👎👎
Really sorry to everybody at Inverse affected. This industry 👎👎
Jumpstarting another weight loss journey.
I’ve seen so much noise on social. Carnivore diet this. Macros that.
What’s worked for me is staying at a calorie deficit while maintaining consistent cardio. My problem is I’ve successfully done this before, but the hard part is not being complacent.
I’ve seen so much noise on social. Carnivore diet this. Macros that.
What’s worked for me is staying at a calorie deficit while maintaining consistent cardio. My problem is I’ve successfully done this before, but the hard part is not being complacent.
January 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jumpstarting another weight loss journey.
I’ve seen so much noise on social. Carnivore diet this. Macros that.
What’s worked for me is staying at a calorie deficit while maintaining consistent cardio. My problem is I’ve successfully done this before, but the hard part is not being complacent.
I’ve seen so much noise on social. Carnivore diet this. Macros that.
What’s worked for me is staying at a calorie deficit while maintaining consistent cardio. My problem is I’ve successfully done this before, but the hard part is not being complacent.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon is finally out in the west! Don't forget to check out our review ICYMI!
We likened it do Avengers Doomsday.
smashpad.com/review-the-l...
We likened it do Avengers Doomsday.
smashpad.com/review-the-l...
REVIEW – “The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon” is the Avengers Doomsday of JRPGs
At long last, the west has finally caught up with Japan and its beloved Trails series, and now more clearly than ever after 13 long entries, the end is near. Or is it?
smashpad.com
January 16, 2026 at 1:34 AM
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon is finally out in the west! Don't forget to check out our review ICYMI!
We likened it do Avengers Doomsday.
smashpad.com/review-the-l...
We likened it do Avengers Doomsday.
smashpad.com/review-the-l...
Etrian Odyssey is severely underrated, and it can be yours when you subscribe this month!
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January 14, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Etrian Odyssey is severely underrated, and it can be yours when you subscribe this month!
I literally received a press release about dog food.
January 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
I literally received a press release about dog food.
I may run SmashPad, but as a 37-year-old living at home in the Bay Area, I'd like to change that living situation.
If any entertainment publications need another voice for (p)reviews or events, or if any PR/marketing friends are seeking consultants or mock reviews, I'm free. Rates negotiable.
If any entertainment publications need another voice for (p)reviews or events, or if any PR/marketing friends are seeking consultants or mock reviews, I'm free. Rates negotiable.
January 14, 2026 at 12:08 AM
I may run SmashPad, but as a 37-year-old living at home in the Bay Area, I'd like to change that living situation.
If any entertainment publications need another voice for (p)reviews or events, or if any PR/marketing friends are seeking consultants or mock reviews, I'm free. Rates negotiable.
If any entertainment publications need another voice for (p)reviews or events, or if any PR/marketing friends are seeking consultants or mock reviews, I'm free. Rates negotiable.
This month’s Humble Choice supports Gamers Outreach this month!
Considering joining. It’s just $15. 🙌
Considering joining. It’s just $15. 🙌
Your game library can do double duty this month.
Humble Choice is supporting Gamers Outreach in January, with 5% of memberships going towards bringing play to more hospitals!
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Humble Choice is supporting Gamers Outreach in January, with 5% of memberships going towards bringing play to more hospitals!
Read more: gamersoutreach.org/gamers-outre...
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January 13, 2026 at 8:19 PM
This month’s Humble Choice supports Gamers Outreach this month!
Considering joining. It’s just $15. 🙌
Considering joining. It’s just $15. 🙌
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We're looking for a News Editor to join TWIV. Ideal candidate would have proven experience with:
- Working in news for a games outlet
- Conducting original reporting
- Mentoring junior writers
...and genuinely enjoy writing news, diving deep, and talking to people. UK timezone preferred. Email me.
- Working in news for a games outlet
- Conducting original reporting
- Mentoring junior writers
...and genuinely enjoy writing news, diving deep, and talking to people. UK timezone preferred. Email me.
January 13, 2026 at 10:17 AM
We're looking for a News Editor to join TWIV. Ideal candidate would have proven experience with:
- Working in news for a games outlet
- Conducting original reporting
- Mentoring junior writers
...and genuinely enjoy writing news, diving deep, and talking to people. UK timezone preferred. Email me.
- Working in news for a games outlet
- Conducting original reporting
- Mentoring junior writers
...and genuinely enjoy writing news, diving deep, and talking to people. UK timezone preferred. Email me.
On my LinkedIn, I talked about four of my most anticipated games of 2026.
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#pragmata #trailsinthesky2ndchapter #mixtape #crimsondesert | Danreb V.
A couple weeks ago, I spent a lot of time talking about my favorite video games from 2025. It was still last year, after all.
Now that we're through the first working weekend of 2026, I thought I'd t...
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January 13, 2026 at 4:54 AM
On my LinkedIn, I talked about four of my most anticipated games of 2026.
www.linkedin.com/posts/danreb...
www.linkedin.com/posts/danreb...
Just a rough weekend to be a Packers fan, especially for those who still feel something for Aaron Rodgers.
January 13, 2026 at 4:19 AM
Just a rough weekend to be a Packers fan, especially for those who still feel something for Aaron Rodgers.
I want to like Big Hops right now, because there's really a lot to like about it. But after four hours... I'm not having fun.
When I first got my hands on Luckshot's Big Hops at GDC last year, I thoroughly enjoyed what I played and needed more. Unfortunately after a few hours, it hasn't been nearly as enjoyable.
Review in Progress: The middle of “Big Hops” might be too big of a hop
When I first got my hands on Luckshot's Big Hops at GDC last year, I thoroughly enjoyed what I played and needed more. Unfortunately after a few hours, it hasn't been nearly as enjoyable.
smashpad.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:14 AM
I want to like Big Hops right now, because there's really a lot to like about it. But after four hours... I'm not having fun.
So now that I’m done with Trails Beyond the Horizon, I’m pressing the high-speed button on other games I’m playing and it’s not working.
Trails really is peak.
Trails really is peak.
January 9, 2026 at 7:24 AM
So now that I’m done with Trails Beyond the Horizon, I’m pressing the high-speed button on other games I’m playing and it’s not working.
Trails really is peak.
Trails really is peak.
Help the homie out
Just found out my wife might be losing her job, so I'm desperately searching for work. Contract, full-time, freelance, whatever. Press, PR, consulting, anything. I have 16 years of editorial experience and have been writing about games for 13. Reviews, news, previews, guides, etc. RTs appreciated.
January 8, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Help the homie out
Another year, another Trails game.
It’s weird to be saying that after nearly a decade of thinking we’d never catch up to Japan. And now that we’re finally here, it gets me emotional knowing that the end is probably near.
Here’s my review of Trails Beyond the Horizon!
It’s weird to be saying that after nearly a decade of thinking we’d never catch up to Japan. And now that we’re finally here, it gets me emotional knowing that the end is probably near.
Here’s my review of Trails Beyond the Horizon!
Trails Beyond the Horizon is a game that feels like it's setting up the foundation to pay off the fandom with a conclusion that's set to surprise people, for better or for worse. I likened Trails of Cold Steel IV to Avengers Endgame. Trails Beyond the Horizon might as well be Avengers Doomsday.
REVIEW – “The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon” is the Avengers Doomsday of JRPGs
At long last, the west has finally caught up with Japan and its beloved Trails series, and now more clearly than ever after 13 long entries, the end is near. Or is it?
smashpad.com
January 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Another year, another Trails game.
It’s weird to be saying that after nearly a decade of thinking we’d never catch up to Japan. And now that we’re finally here, it gets me emotional knowing that the end is probably near.
Here’s my review of Trails Beyond the Horizon!
It’s weird to be saying that after nearly a decade of thinking we’d never catch up to Japan. And now that we’re finally here, it gets me emotional knowing that the end is probably near.
Here’s my review of Trails Beyond the Horizon!