Esports Journalism — I’m still hip, I swear!

Growing up, my dream job was video game reviewer. So when I got the opportunity to join an emerging editorial department with Philly-based esports org Nerd Street Gamers, I immediately pressed start on the opportunity.

While I didn’t get to play any new games for free, I got an opportunity to tell some fun stories that were relevant to the esports community — and learned a lot about a billion-dollar industry while doing it. Enjoy a selection of my favorite insider interviews and columns from my nearly two years covering gaming.

Why free-to-play is the future for FIFA and EA Sports —
The business of video games is changing rapidly.

4 reasons why we still love Nintendo —
Approaching 40 years of dominance in the industry for a reason.

Top 5 Sports Games of All Time —
This was highly controversial, yet a 100% fact-based appraisal.
(For Esports Illustrated)

Call of Duty pro goes from near retirement to champion —
Mental health is a serious issue in the esports community.

Madden pros say new game not a ‘glorified roster update’ —
Helpful reviews by the people who play the game most.

Call of Duty great JKap discusses transition to coaching —
A rare interview with one of the true legends of esports.