As a journalist John has covered everything from rural town meetings to the U.S. Congress and even done time as a crime reporter and photographer.|His first venture into writing about the game industry came in the form of a computer column called "On the Chip Side," which grew to have over 1 million circulation and was published in newspapers in several states. From there he did several "ask the computer guy" columns in magazines such as Up Front! in New Mexico and Who Cares? in Washington D.C. When the Internet started to become popular, he began writing guided Web tours for the newly launched Washington Post online section as well as reviews for the weekend section of the paper, something he still does from time to time.
His experience in trade publications came as a writer and reviewer for Government Computer News.
As the editor of GiN, he demands strict editorial standards from all the writers and reviewers. Breeden feels the industry needs a weekly, reliable trade publication covering the games industry and works tirelessly to accomplish that goal.
Dispatch flips the superhero genre on its head by putting players behind a busted desk instead of in a flashy suit. With great writing, real choices and a lovable cast of reformed villains, it’s one of the most heartfelt and addictive story-based adventures of the year.
The legendary Simon the Sorcerer series is back with Origins, a lovingly hand-drawn prequel that blends the charm of 1990s adventure games with modern storytelling. GiN sat down with its developer Massy Calamai to talk about bringing Simon back to life.
Game Review- Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2
The mechanics may be lighter and the world smaller this time around, but Bloodlines 2 still captures the seductive danger of the Masquerade, delivering a gripping story full of manipulation, hunger and wonderfully written monsters. It proves that The World of Darkness still has life.
The wildly fun Doomlings card game returns with three entertaining expansions that add new strategies, collectible cards and even more ways to enjoy the end of the world. Each is designed to work best with players from different skill levels, so there is something for everyone.
The fog rolls in once again in Silent Hill f, a new chapter in the Silent Hill series that’s equal parts terrifying and tragic. While its combat may test your patience, its epic and tragic story, stunning visuals and gritty atmosphere remind players why this amazing series remains horror royalty.
League of the Lexicon is a lavishly designed trivia card game for readers, writers and lovers of language. With over 2,000 questions written by experts in literature, etymology and wordplay, it turns vocabulary mastery into a friendly competition among players.
RoadCraft challenges players to rebuild disaster zones with grit, ingenuity and giant construction vehicles. From clearing debris to paving new roads, this realistic simulator blends tough driving physics with creative construction for hours of satisfying play.
Mafia: The Old Country offers a sweeping narrative action-adventure filled with loyalty, betrayal and the birth of organized crime, where every mission almost feels like a scene from a classic mafia film. Clearly, this is the best title yet for the Mafia series, with a story that is not to be missed.
Blending classic city management with a truly unique premise, The Wandering Village challenges players to build a thriving village on the back of a colossal creature. With survival tied to both your people and your Onbu companion, it’s a charming builder that stands out from the crowd.
Iron Core: Mech Survivor may not have the same huge scale offered by titles like Battletech or MechWarrior, but this indie gem blends mech combat, roguelike progression, tower defense and bullet heaven chaos into a surprisingly addictive package.
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