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William Saw
@williamsaw.bsky.social
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Owner of MonsterVine (@MonsterVine.com) with 16 yrs experience in gaming media. Based in San Francisco Bay Area.
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Today I decided to part ways with Inverse. I was offered an opportunity to stay. But without a plan for traditional games coverage going forward, now seems as good a time as ever to bet on myself and explore what else the future may hold.
January 20, 2026 at 11:03 PM
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Alright, here's the official I'm looking for work thread. After four years at Inverse, taking the lead on gaming coverage, I'm now completely open to work. I've been a reporter, editor, podcast host, and much more. If you want to see what I can bring to the table, here's some of my best from Inverse
January 19, 2026 at 10:09 PM
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What was perhaps the most important thing I learned from my preview with Yakuza Kiwami 3 + Dark Ties is that the game is still very much a Yakuza game at heart. - @imluisgutierrez.bsky.social

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January 16, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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All this to say that I was both entertained and moved by NieR:Piano Concert – Journeys 12025. - @spencer-legacy.bsky.social

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Why You Should Check Out the NieR:Piano Concert – Journeys 12025
This weekend, an unexpected opportunity arose. I had the chance to check out the NieR:Piano Concert – Journeys 12025 concert in the Toronto area, so with no hesitation, I excitedly accepted Square…
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January 13, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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Somehow, I’m even more excited about Dragon Quest VII Reimagined than I was prior to the demo. - @spencer-legacy.bsky.social

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Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Preview – A Cozy Classic, Refined
Last week, a surprise demo for Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined dropped. Not only does playing it grant you an exclusive costume for the main party member, Maribel, but you’ll be able to carry over your…
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January 12, 2026 at 10:06 PM
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I’m excited to play through all of My Hero Academia: All’s Justice when the full game launches on February 6, as it’s a much more ambitious step forward than the previous entry was. - @spencer-legacy.bsky.social

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January 12, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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I certainly think KuloNiku: Bowl Up is worth keeping an eye on if you’re interested in cooking games, or even just cozy titles. - @spencer-legacy.bsky.social

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January 7, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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If you’re in the market for a premium controller, look into the Valor Pro Wireless. - @imluisgutierrez.bsky.social

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Scuf Valor Pro Wireless Controller Review – A Premium Pro Controller Done Right
I have known about competitive pro controllers for quite some time now. But looking into other ones, besides the stock Xbox Elite and PlayStation Dual Sense Edge versions, was something I never…
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January 7, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday like replying to emails you sent two months ago. (Sorry)
January 5, 2026 at 8:17 PM
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If you've ever asked yourself, "How would an anime Elden Ring look?" The answer is Bandai Namco's upcoming game Code Vein II. - @imluisgutierrez.bsky.social

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January 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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MonsterVine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Last-Minute Stocking Stuffers

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MonsterVine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Last-Minute Stocking Stuffers
This is the last of our gift guides for the year and we hope they’ve been helpful in finding that perfect item to bring a huge smile on someone’s face when they unwrap them this holiday season. Metal…
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December 22, 2025 at 10:06 PM
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is certainly a bit different from what I expected, but it’s largely a strong next step for the series. - @spencer-legacy.bsky.social

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review – Retro Studios Delivers a Strong, If Flawed, Comeback
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is certainly a bit different from what I expected, but it’s largely a strong next step for the series. Though some bizarre padding and an oddly empty open world keep the game…
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December 23, 2025 at 1:03 AM
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During The Game Awards 2025, MonsterVine sat down with the narrative and cinematic director for 007 First Light, Martin Emborg, to talk about what fans can expect from ioi’s upcoming game. - @imluisgutierrez.bsky.social

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007 First Light Interview – IO Interactive Talks Reinventing James Bond
IO Interactive’s upcoming adventure game 007 First Light has quickly become one of the most anticipated games of 2026. As the name implies, it’s based on the critically acclaimed franchise of the…
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December 22, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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We're testing more video formats going into next year —please check it out and appreciate your feedback.
December 23, 2025 at 1:06 AM
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The vibes are good tonight
December 12, 2025 at 5:47 AM
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Shout out to all those posting TGA news like it's a speedrun.
December 12, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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December 2025 Indie Game Wrap-Up: The Best New Indie Releases and Demos You Can Play Now

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December 2025 Indie Game Wrap-Up: The Best New Indie Releases and Demos You Can Play Now
We made it to the end of the year! Hooray! And what a tumultuous year it has been, despite being a pretty fun year for gaming. Indies especially have had a great year, and to cap it off, I’ve got six…
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December 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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MonsterVine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2025 – The Best Games to Gift This December

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MonsterVine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2025 – The Best Games to Gift This December
We’ve entered Mariah’s month, and while we’re helpless against her catchy tunes, we still have some video games to suggest for this coming holiday season. Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O World Stage…
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December 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Routine is a creative, tense, and dread-filled experience that makes the most of its aesthetic and sound design, and horror fans shouldn’t miss it. - @samlienhard.bsky.social

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Routine Review – A Retro-Future Nightmare Full of Dread and Discovery
After a 13-year wait, it’s finally time to enter the abandoned lunar base and unravel the mysteries of what happened there in the first-person survival horror game Routine. Routine Developer: Lunar…
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December 4, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Here's a rad round up from resident cool guy @spencer-legacy.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge before it, Marvel Cosmic Invasion is another wonderful love letter to the quarter devouring beat ‘em ups of the past. - @kaijucryptid.bsky.social

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Marvel Cosmic Invasion Review – A Cosmic Beat ‘Em Up Worth Assembling For
You’re telling me that Tribute Games made a 4-player beat ’em up, based on the greatest comic crossover of all time, and you can play as Beta Ray Bill?!  Sign me up.    Marvel Cosmic Invasion…
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December 1, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Octopath Traveler 0 is still a solid turn-based RPG with great art and music, but it doesn't hold a candle to the other entries. - @jamesthecarr.bsky.social

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December 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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MonsterVine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2025, Vol. 2 – More Must-Buy Games for November

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MonsterVine’s Holiday Gift Guide 2025, Vol. 2 – More Must-Buy Games for November
You thought we’d leave you hanging before Thanksgiving break kicked in? Nah son, we’ve got a few more games we wanna tell you about that we think should be on your radar when shopping this weekend.…
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November 26, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Kirby Air Riders is an extraordinary racing game that is filled to the brim with content and surprises. - @spencer-legacy.bsky.social

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Kirby Air Riders Review – Sakurai Delivers a Switch 2 Essential
Kirby Air Riders is an extraordinary racing game that is filled to the brim with content and surprises. It’s deceptively simple to get the hang of and incredibly fun to dive deeper into as you play…
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November 27, 2025 at 1:03 AM
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The Hive Scum DLC adds a lot of flavor that I didn’t know I needed in Warhammer 40,000 Darktide. - @imluisgutierrez.bsky.social

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Warhammer 40K Darktide Hive Scum Preview – A Stylish New Class Crashes the Reject Roster
In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war. Thankfully, Fatshark, the team behind Warhammer 40,000 Darktide, is aiming to make surviving easier with its newly added class, Hive Scum.…
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November 29, 2025 at 2:01 AM