Johann Hamilton
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About Johann Hamilton
Johann Hamilton is a Screen Rant freelance contributor based in New York City. When he isn't combing the internet for the latest developments in nerd culture, he can usually be found scouring the PlayStation Store for the best deals or enjoying some old school Super Nintendo. He is also a proud NYU graduate, completing his Master's degree in Professional Writing at New York University. Johann's favorite gaming genres are RPGs, hack n' slashes, and (overly challenging) platformers.
Latest Articles
New Bill May Ban Loot Boxes For Minors In Australia
An upcoming Australian bill may require video games containing loot boxes to be labeled 18+, notifying parents and preventing minors from buying them.
New Cheating Software Boasts Console Compatibility & Machine Learning
A new cheat software for first-person shooters boasts console compatibility and machine learning, a rare and troubling development for honest gamers.
PS Vita Will Not List New Games Beginning July 20, Per Rumor
The PS Vita may stop listing new games on July 20th, per a new rumor. The last "new" game on the console may then be Russian Subway Dogs.
Nintendo Investigated Factory For Forced Uighur Labor After Report
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has responded to a question about forced Uighur labor in a Nintendo supply chain, stating the claims are false.
Warzone's Dead Silence Perk Will Receive Nerfs In Upcoming Patch
Raven Software has stated that it may be nerfing Warzone's Dead Silence upgrade. As of now, the upgrade is easily attainable and recharges quickly.
Overwatch Cross-Play Has Officially Arrived
Overwatch now features a cross-play beta, which will be enabled by default for all matches. However, it is not active in competitive matches yet.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Fan Creates Custom Map To Reach 100%
A Red Dead Redemption 2 player has created a handheld map that shows the locations of the game's more difficult to find hidden collectibles.
Metro Exodus' Ray Tracing Adds a Lot In Xbox Series X/S, PS5 Preview
A video comparing Metro Exodus' ray tracing with the original lighting shows how massively it improves the Enhanced Edition, with many examples.
Elden Ring's Spirits Will Make the Game Easier For Players Who Want It
Hidetaka Miyazaki stated in an interview that Elden Ring will contain roughly 100 weapons and the ability to summon enemy spirits to aid in battle.
Overwatch 2's Dynamic Weather System Explained By Blizzard
Blizzard explains how Overwatch 2's day-night cycle, dynamic weather, and lighting systems work, and they all change mid-game.
Conan Exiles Gets Xbox Series X/S Upgrade After Game Pass Launch
Conan Exiles is now available on the Xbox Games Pass and now features a myriad of upgrades. These include higher textures, 4K resolution, and more.
God Of War 2 & Horizon Forbidden West Were Reportedly Always Meant For PS5, PS4
God of War: Ragnarok and Horizon Forbidden West were reportedly always cross-gen, leading some to wonder how this will affect the games' designs.
PlayStation Website Will Remove Social Features By June 28
PlayStation will be discontinuing many of the social features on the PS3 and PS Vita on June 28th, making this month the last chance to enjoy them.
Dr Disrespect Hopes Warzone Borrows Some of COD: Mobile's Map Design
Dr Disrespect recently played Call of Duty: Mobile for the first time and enjoyed his time with it, specifically praising the game's map design.
Skyrim's Shopkeeper AI Problems Called Out In Hilarious Video
A YouTuber shows how silly Skyrim's merchants would be in real life, as they sell things the player didn't mean to buy and overreact to petty theft.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Won't Be At E3 2021
According to developer Team Cherry's PR spokesperson, there will not be any news regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong at E3 this year.
Super Mario 64 Speedrunner Beats Game Using Drum Set
A speedrunner has completed a 70-star run of Super Mario 64 using a drum kit as a controller, and he does so in only 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Mass Effect Legendary Edition PS5, Xbox Series X/S Performance Compared
Mass Effect Legendary Edition can be upscaled on current-generation consoles. While it performs well on each, it stands out on the Xbox Series X.
TikTok Explaining Warzone Lingo Is Hilariously Accurate
In a viral TikTok video, Makenzie Reece observes her boyfriend playing Call of Duty: Warzone and translates his terminology for non-gamers.
Resident Evil Village Demake Video Imagines It As PS1 Game
A YouTuber has "de-made" the trailer for Resident Evil Village, reimagining the game as a PlayStation 1 title. The results are extremely unsettling.