About Eric Switzer
Eric Switzer is Features Editor that specializes in Pokemon, VR, and tech coverage. He is also the host of TheGamer Podcast, now entering its second year. Eric loves board games, fan conventions, new technology, and his sweet sweet kitties Bruce and Babs. Favorite games include Destiny 2, Kingdom Hearts, Super Metroid, and Prey...but mostly Prey. His favorite Pokémon is Umbreon.
Powerwash Simulator Was Always Meant To Be In VR
The Powerwash Simulator devs always wanted to see the game in VR, and after playing it recently its easy to see why.
The Speedrunners Are Already Going Buckwild On Viewfinder
Viewfinder is a mind-bending puzzle game that lets you come up with your own unique solutions, so naturally the speedrunners are popping off.
Foamstars Could Be Great, But It Doesn't Have A Chance
Foamstars has some great ideas and I had a lot of fun playing it, but in the competitive online shooter space, that just isn't enough.
Overwatch 2's 'Pay To Keep' Messaging Shows Just How Absurd Live Service Has Become
When you buy the new Overwatch 2 missions you get to keep them, which shouldn't be a confusing premise.
Diablo 4 Gotta Do Something About These Dumb Ass Horses
Mounts are a great addition to Diablo 4, but controlling them is often a lot more frustrating than its worth.
The Summer's Big Indie Game Event Gets Shut Down, The Completionist Saves The Day
Jirard the Completionist saved a disastrous situation at The MIX by bringing indie devs to an all-night streaming showcase.
Only 7 Games Were Revealed In Summer Games Fest's 2 Hour Broadcast
More than 30 games were featured during Summer Game Fest, but only seven of them were actually brand-new game reveals.
I Do Not Like That One Major Death In Diablo 4
Diablo 4 does a great job building its characters and making you care about then, but then it kills one of them in the dumbest way possible.
Spider-Verse Is The Reason You Don't Want Media Consolidation
We'd never have the Spider-Verse if Disney owned everything, which is why we don't want Microsoft and Sony buying up every studio either.
Razer's New Hyperspeed Headphones Made Me Believe In Gaming Earbuds
Earbuds aren't usually considered gaming headphones, but Razer's new Hammerhead Pro Hyperspeed makes some careful considerations for gamers.
Now That The Diablo Race Is Over, Can We Admit How Much It Sucked?
Encouraging your players to binge a hundred hours of Diablo at great risk to their bodies and minds maybe isn't the best way to promote the game.
The Best Thing About Diablo 4 Is That It's Not Diablo 3
Diablo 4 isn't the same kind of mindless shallow grind that Diablo 3 became, and I hope it never returns to that style.
Diablo 4 Review: Brave New Sanctuary
Diablo 4 is a bold new direction an institutional series, the kind of big swing that made Blizzard the revered studio it once was.
Every Legacy Remake Should Follow The Metroid Prime Model
Metroid Prime Remastered created a lot of new Metroid Prime fans ahead of Metroid Prime 4, Fable and BioShock should keep that in mind.
Sidequesting In Diablo 4 Is Like Playing An Anthology Horror Movie
Diablo 4's giant world has plenty of room for fun references to horror genres and movies.
Hey Casuals, You Can Just Play Diablo 4 For The Story
Diablo 4 is an intimidating game with an endless grind, but if you're just here for the story you'll still be plenty satisfied.
Pokemon Paldea Evolved Is A Reminder Of Why The TCG Has Lasted 25 Years
Paldea Evolved echoes many past expansions while elevating the Pokemon TCG's newest inventions.
Why Are People So Upset About PlayStation PC Ports?
Some people don't want to see any PlayStation games on PC, but why?
Playing Tears Of The Kingdom With These XR Glasses Was A Dream Come True
The Viture One XR looks like a regular pair of sunglasses, but it contains a hidden display that's perfect for playing games on Switch.
Immortals Of Aveum Preview: Weilding Magic In The Unweildiest Way
Immortals of Aveum is a Doom-like spell-slinging shooter that might be trying to cram too many mechanics into one game.