Matt V
@mattvat.bsky.social
formerly: contributor @VICE, editor @PrimaGames - video game music enjoyer - play Hi-Fi Rush
contact: mattvatgames@gmail.com
https://authory.com/MattVatankhah
contact: mattvatgames@gmail.com
https://authory.com/MattVatankhah
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VILE: Exhumed may be banned for sale, but I refuse to let that stop people from playing the game.
It’s now available, for free, at WWW.VILEISBANNED.COM
Please share the site, share the game, and fuck anyone who tries to control storytelling and expression.
It’s now available, for free, at WWW.VILEISBANNED.COM
Please share the site, share the game, and fuck anyone who tries to control storytelling and expression.
August 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM
VILE: Exhumed may be banned for sale, but I refuse to let that stop people from playing the game.
It’s now available, for free, at WWW.VILEISBANNED.COM
Please share the site, share the game, and fuck anyone who tries to control storytelling and expression.
It’s now available, for free, at WWW.VILEISBANNED.COM
Please share the site, share the game, and fuck anyone who tries to control storytelling and expression.
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A disappointing update about VILE: Exhumed...
July 28, 2025 at 4:46 PM
A disappointing update about VILE: Exhumed...
either you wishlist VILE: Exhumed on Steam or you're the type of person who plays blue decks in Magic. sorry man I don't make the rules.
in the meantime - despite release delay and and the trailer being reported/taken down - you guys should check out some of the wonderful things written about VILE: Exhumed here - written by @mattvat.bsky.social
www.vice.com/en/article/v...
www.vice.com/en/article/v...
‘VILE Exhumed’ Confronts You With the Unsettling Realities of Digital Obsession and Misogynistic Entitlement
'VILE Exhumed' is the Steam debut of Final Girl Games' indie horror narrative, tackling the unsettling realities of obsession and violence.
www.vice.com
July 23, 2025 at 3:37 PM
either you wishlist VILE: Exhumed on Steam or you're the type of person who plays blue decks in Magic. sorry man I don't make the rules.
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I think it’s also important for me to note that, from what I know, Dwayne wanted the vertical to be renamed “VICE Games” so we would not be operating under the Waypoint name
My understanding is that Savage Ventures demanded we continue writing under the name “Waypoint”
My understanding is that Savage Ventures demanded we continue writing under the name “Waypoint”
They deserve better. All of them. Whatever you feel about "Zombie Waypoint", it'd be a powerful show of solidarity to help these folks out.
Waypoint writers quit over removal of articles related to new Steam policy
aftermath.site/waypoint-quit-...
aftermath.site/waypoint-quit-...
July 21, 2025 at 10:23 AM
I think it’s also important for me to note that, from what I know, Dwayne wanted the vertical to be renamed “VICE Games” so we would not be operating under the Waypoint name
My understanding is that Savage Ventures demanded we continue writing under the name “Waypoint”
My understanding is that Savage Ventures demanded we continue writing under the name “Waypoint”
The biggest respect for my bro. Shaun is the best.
It's terrifying thinking that I'll be leaving this position, especially taking care of a sick wife and a disabled brother. But you have to figure out a way to make things work, even if it's going to make your life a little more difficult for a while.
July 20, 2025 at 6:43 PM
The biggest respect for my bro. Shaun is the best.
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In an act of solidarity with @acvalens.net I am resigning from my role at VICE/Savage Ventures, with my final day being July 31.
I have a few review obligations that I wouldn't feel right leaving behind. But I cannot stand by and watch her be censored for doing her job and doing it properly.
I have a few review obligations that I wouldn't feel right leaving behind. But I cannot stand by and watch her be censored for doing her job and doing it properly.
July 20, 2025 at 6:03 PM
In an act of solidarity with @acvalens.net I am resigning from my role at VICE/Savage Ventures, with my final day being July 31.
I have a few review obligations that I wouldn't feel right leaving behind. But I cannot stand by and watch her be censored for doing her job and doing it properly.
I have a few review obligations that I wouldn't feel right leaving behind. But I cannot stand by and watch her be censored for doing her job and doing it properly.
I will also be leaving Waypoint. I have a couple obligations to PR folks I want to fulfill. After that, I'm done.
I can't sit back and watch Savage Ventures silence Ana and stifle actual journalism out of fear of being "too controversial".
I can't sit back and watch Savage Ventures silence Ana and stifle actual journalism out of fear of being "too controversial".
VICE's owner Savage Ventures has requested the removal of my Collective Shout articles. This is due to concerns about the controversial subject matter—not journalistic complaints
Effective immediately, I will no longer contribute to Waypoint. I suggest letting VICE's owner know if this upsets you
Effective immediately, I will no longer contribute to Waypoint. I suggest letting VICE's owner know if this upsets you
July 20, 2025 at 6:08 PM
I will also be leaving Waypoint. I have a couple obligations to PR folks I want to fulfill. After that, I'm done.
I can't sit back and watch Savage Ventures silence Ana and stifle actual journalism out of fear of being "too controversial".
I can't sit back and watch Savage Ventures silence Ana and stifle actual journalism out of fear of being "too controversial".
I know I'm late, but I just learned about the "Glitterbeard" quest in Sea of Thieves and I am in complete ruin
July 12, 2025 at 1:20 AM
I know I'm late, but I just learned about the "Glitterbeard" quest in Sea of Thieves and I am in complete ruin
opened up my collector's boosters and, well, Tifa.
June 8, 2025 at 6:51 AM
opened up my collector's boosters and, well, Tifa.
Announcing EDITIONS: Physical games designed with the care they deserve. We’re doing it differently. We’re doing it better.
Our new preservation & design-focused imprint redefines what a physical game can be.
First 3 games available now:
Our new preservation & design-focused imprint redefines what a physical game can be.
First 3 games available now:
EDITIONS by Lost In Cult
We’re proud to unveil EDITIONS - our bold new vision for physical media. Launching with a trio of acclaimed indie masterpieces for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, including Immortality, The Excavation of Hob’s Barrow, and Thank Goodness You’re Here!, we’re breathing new life into physical games for collectors and anyone with a real love for the art form.
www.lostincult.com
May 20, 2025 at 8:14 PM
to be clear, I agree with this piece. but it's a bit presumptuous to lump all of the writers in with every decision Waypoint makes, like the GB article which was conceived, written, and shipped by one person while most of us were out for the weekend.
It’s So Fucking Easy to Have Standards by @edgarallanbro.bsky.social
"And when they bury me in my beloved Virginia, I want the people throwing dirt on my casket to know that I had the wherewithal not to profit off of other peoples’ misfortune"
Read Will's thoughts on saying "no" right here:
"And when they bury me in my beloved Virginia, I want the people throwing dirt on my casket to know that I had the wherewithal not to profit off of other peoples’ misfortune"
Read Will's thoughts on saying "no" right here:
It’s So Fucking Easy to Have Standards
The world is ending. Wouldn’t you rather go down swinging?
skyboxcritics.com
May 16, 2025 at 11:03 PM
to be clear, I agree with this piece. but it's a bit presumptuous to lump all of the writers in with every decision Waypoint makes, like the GB article which was conceived, written, and shipped by one person while most of us were out for the weekend.
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I’m sure there are some folks will find this disingenuous or insulting given what happened to old waypoint but honestly I have respect for this nu waypoint writer for speaking up about how shitty the polygon situation is.
www.vice.com/en/article/l...
www.vice.com/en/article/l...
Losing Polygon is a Huge Blow to Games Journalism
The Polygon news has rocked us all, and it's a continuing look at the state of games journalism. Something needs to change.
www.vice.com
May 4, 2025 at 3:55 PM
I’m sure there are some folks will find this disingenuous or insulting given what happened to old waypoint but honestly I have respect for this nu waypoint writer for speaking up about how shitty the polygon situation is.
www.vice.com/en/article/l...
www.vice.com/en/article/l...
fuck yeah, this rules. support this team!
We had always planned to launch today, but it seems more necessary now than ever, so here goes: @brianbarnett.bsky.social, @hokutolucas.bsky.social, and I are launching an independent games website today called Skybox. You can read our welcome letter/mission statement here:
Welcome to Skybox
We can build something better.
skyboxcritics.com
May 1, 2025 at 10:58 PM
fuck yeah, this rules. support this team!
this man never misses.
a bit late to the party but i reviewed the new fatal fury, warts and all
www.restart.run/articles/fat...
www.restart.run/articles/fat...
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Review | Restart
A sequel nearly 30 years in the making has finally arrived, with a glaring catch.
www.restart.run
April 29, 2025 at 10:07 PM
this man never misses.
Found some heavy hitters at the record store today.
April 26, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Found some heavy hitters at the record store today.
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The homie @mattvat.bsky.social with some serious digging a couple days ago about Dreadmoor
www.vice.com/en/article/t...
www.vice.com/en/article/t...
There’s Something Fishy About ‘Dreadmoor’ and Dream Dock Games
'Dreadmoor' is Warsaw-based Dream Dock's fishing horror debut, but the mystery surrounding it leads to scratched heads and raised brows.
www.vice.com
April 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The homie @mattvat.bsky.social with some serious digging a couple days ago about Dreadmoor
www.vice.com/en/article/t...
www.vice.com/en/article/t...
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The demands continue for new features.
But today we listened! Another NEW feature has been added to Another Crab's Treasure...
‼️Let Kril Say FUCK💥
But today we listened! Another NEW feature has been added to Another Crab's Treasure...
‼️Let Kril Say FUCK💥
April 1, 2025 at 6:28 PM
The demands continue for new features.
But today we listened! Another NEW feature has been added to Another Crab's Treasure...
‼️Let Kril Say FUCK💥
But today we listened! Another NEW feature has been added to Another Crab's Treasure...
‼️Let Kril Say FUCK💥
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🚨Signal boost!🚨
If you worked at Blizzard from 1997-2006, specifically on StarCraft, Diablo, or WoW, I want to talk to you about Mark Kern.
Same goes for Red5 employees.
Our convo can be fully anon if you prefer, and we can chat via Signal, phone call, vid chat, whatever!
If you worked at Blizzard from 1997-2006, specifically on StarCraft, Diablo, or WoW, I want to talk to you about Mark Kern.
Same goes for Red5 employees.
Our convo can be fully anon if you prefer, and we can chat via Signal, phone call, vid chat, whatever!
March 26, 2025 at 12:32 PM
🚨Signal boost!🚨
If you worked at Blizzard from 1997-2006, specifically on StarCraft, Diablo, or WoW, I want to talk to you about Mark Kern.
Same goes for Red5 employees.
Our convo can be fully anon if you prefer, and we can chat via Signal, phone call, vid chat, whatever!
If you worked at Blizzard from 1997-2006, specifically on StarCraft, Diablo, or WoW, I want to talk to you about Mark Kern.
Same goes for Red5 employees.
Our convo can be fully anon if you prefer, and we can chat via Signal, phone call, vid chat, whatever!
something cathartic about nerding out with ~6k random people over the Chrono Trigger soundtrack
CHRONO TRIGGER Music Special Live Stream✨
YouTube video by SQUARE ENIX MUSIC Channel
www.youtube.com
March 14, 2025 at 4:36 AM
something cathartic about nerding out with ~6k random people over the Chrono Trigger soundtrack
When I was 11 years old, I emailed Space Ghost to tell him how much I loved him and the "Curses" episode where he eats Moby's head. He emailed me back with a simple "Glad you dug the episode, citizen." I like to think that was George Lowe, Space Ghost himself, who wrote that email. Rest in Peace :(
March 5, 2025 at 12:51 AM
When I was 11 years old, I emailed Space Ghost to tell him how much I loved him and the "Curses" episode where he eats Moby's head. He emailed me back with a simple "Glad you dug the episode, citizen." I like to think that was George Lowe, Space Ghost himself, who wrote that email. Rest in Peace :(
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Here it is!
Our weeklong charity stream for LA Wildfire Relief. A lot of folks came together for this one. We have over 50 game codes to give away. We have guests on guests. We have plenty of great streams.
Donate: tiltify.com/@mamavitelli...
Tonight's Stream: Twitch.tv/PassController
Our weeklong charity stream for LA Wildfire Relief. A lot of folks came together for this one. We have over 50 game codes to give away. We have guests on guests. We have plenty of great streams.
Donate: tiltify.com/@mamavitelli...
Tonight's Stream: Twitch.tv/PassController
January 13, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Here it is!
Our weeklong charity stream for LA Wildfire Relief. A lot of folks came together for this one. We have over 50 game codes to give away. We have guests on guests. We have plenty of great streams.
Donate: tiltify.com/@mamavitelli...
Tonight's Stream: Twitch.tv/PassController
Our weeklong charity stream for LA Wildfire Relief. A lot of folks came together for this one. We have over 50 game codes to give away. We have guests on guests. We have plenty of great streams.
Donate: tiltify.com/@mamavitelli...
Tonight's Stream: Twitch.tv/PassController
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"A standout amongst a stacked list of indie horror games, Among Ashes delivers a unique and terrifying approach to a nostalgic time of the past. I have to keep playing."
Matt Vatankhah recommends Among Ashes in his review for Waypoint: Games by VICE.
www.vice.com/en/article/a...
Matt Vatankhah recommends Among Ashes in his review for Waypoint: Games by VICE.
www.vice.com/en/article/a...
'Among Ashes' Is a Mind-Bending Horror Trip Down Memory Lane (Review)
For fans of nostalgic horror, 'Among Ashes' is a retro-fueled trip that quickly devolves into a psychological nightmare.
www.vice.com
December 13, 2024 at 1:48 PM
"A standout amongst a stacked list of indie horror games, Among Ashes delivers a unique and terrifying approach to a nostalgic time of the past. I have to keep playing."
Matt Vatankhah recommends Among Ashes in his review for Waypoint: Games by VICE.
www.vice.com/en/article/a...
Matt Vatankhah recommends Among Ashes in his review for Waypoint: Games by VICE.
www.vice.com/en/article/a...
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Hello,
Reminder that using the word “addicting” when referring to game being good or taking up your time is both lazy writing and downplays people actually suffering from addiction!
Language is vast and expansive!! Use other words!!
Reminder that using the word “addicting” when referring to game being good or taking up your time is both lazy writing and downplays people actually suffering from addiction!
Language is vast and expansive!! Use other words!!
December 5, 2024 at 7:57 PM
Hello,
Reminder that using the word “addicting” when referring to game being good or taking up your time is both lazy writing and downplays people actually suffering from addiction!
Language is vast and expansive!! Use other words!!
Reminder that using the word “addicting” when referring to game being good or taking up your time is both lazy writing and downplays people actually suffering from addiction!
Language is vast and expansive!! Use other words!!
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Made a starter pack for folks who cover FFXIV in the games space past and present. If you'd like to be added let me know. Trying to make it easier for editors/writers to find places for work!
go.bsky.app/Ay4RPEM
go.bsky.app/Ay4RPEM
November 14, 2024 at 7:21 PM
Made a starter pack for folks who cover FFXIV in the games space past and present. If you'd like to be added let me know. Trying to make it easier for editors/writers to find places for work!
go.bsky.app/Ay4RPEM
go.bsky.app/Ay4RPEM
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November 7, 2024 at 11:45 PM
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