Josh Cotts
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About Josh Cotts
Josh Cotts is a Senior Contributor at Game Rant. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University in 2019 with a B.A. in Mass Communications & Media Studies and has been commended since grade school for his writing ability. When writing, he prefers to do firsthand research if possible, even if the information he needs can be found somewhere else online, as he has found that fully trusting other sources often produces errors.??He also prides himself in designing many of his own images for his articles using his skills in Photoshop.
Industry Focus
Josh began his work with Game Rant as a Gaming Features Writer in December 2023 and became a Senior Contributor in February 2024. In the past, he has specialized in writing reviews and guides, as he is known as the "Grind King" among his friends, due to his ability to quickly 100% games. However, he also thoroughly enjoys writing opinion and analysis pieces, explaining complex lore, hidden meanings, etc.
Favorite Games
Josh is unique in that he can enjoy and appreciate almost any video game. Thankfully, this makes him a very versatile writer and allows him the ability to write about almost any topic. That being said, his favorite franchises and those he is most knowledgeable in are The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Dragon Age, Star Wars, Marvel's Spider-Man, Assassin's Creed, Super Mario, Destiny, and God of War.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
It's difficult to narrow down what his proudest gaming achievement would be, as he has a long history with gaming. That being said, one of his more recent gaming achievements involves logging a collective 3,000+ hours in Destiny 2. He is also proud of the many games that he has completed all of the achievements/trophies for, which make up an extensive list.
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Final Fantasy 17 Should Follow FF13, FF6's Lead in One Important Area
Final Fantasy 17 could shake things up by doing something Final Fantasy 13 and Final Fantasy 6 did that very few Final Fantasy games have done.
Borderlands 4's Open-World Clarification Is Good News, But There's Still One Concern
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Comparing Assassin's Creed Shadows' Parkour to AC Mirage
Assassin's Creed Shadows is introducing some fresh parkour mechanics to the formula, making it quite a bit different from what AC Mirage offered.
If Ghost of Yotei Brings Back Legends, It May Want to Watch Elden Ring Nightreign Closely
If Ghost of Yotei plans to bring back Ghost of Tsushima's Legends mode, there are some things it could potentially learn from Elden Ring Nightreign.
Path of Exile 2 Early Access Roadmap Wish List
While Grinding Gear Games has yet to release a roadmap for Path of Exile 2's early access period, there are plenty of things that one should include.
What to Expect From BioShock 4 in 2025
It's highly unlikely that BioShock 4 will launch in 2025, but that doesn't mean fans have nothing to look forward to this year regarding the title.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows' Latest Delay May Be a Necessary Evil
Despite the fact that fans will now have to wait even longer to play Assassin's Creed Shadows, it's most recent delay may be a blessing in disguise.
What to Expect From Gears of War E-Day in 2025
2025 is likely going to be a big year for Gears of War: E-Day, as it takes the series back to its horror roots in the fight against the Locust Horde.
Monster Hunter Wilds' Second Open Beta Is a Double-Edged Sword
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Gunnar's CES 2025 Presentation Featured Its Most Advanced Glasses Yet
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Why Is Monster Hunter Wilds Tagged as a Dating Sim?
Monster Hunter Wilds has been tagged as a dating sim on Steam for over six months now, thanks to players' affection for one of the game's characters.
What to Expect From Wolverine in 2025
While it's still unclear whether Insomniac Games' upcoming Marvel's Wolverine game will launch in 2025, there is still the possibility that it will.
A Future Zelda Game Could Go Completely Off the Rails With One Mechanic
If a future Legend of Zelda game were to implement one mechanic, it would be an innovative way to blend nostalgia with modern gameplay trends.
Ghost of Yotei Could Pull From a Real-Life Japanese Tradition for Its Collectibles
In its efforts to be historically accurate in the best ways, Ghost of Yotei's collectibles could draw inspiration from a real Japanese tradition.
What Borderlands 4 Being 'Borderlands 4' Suggests About the Game
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Alongside Naughty Dog's Intergalactic, PlayStation May Have Another Secret Weapon Up Its Sleeve
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Control 2 Must Nail What the Original Missed the Mark On
Despite its many noteworthy features and engaging gameplay elements, the original Control missed the mark on one major feature that the sequel cannot.
The Argument for Haunted Chocolatier to Take the Opposite Approach to Romance as Stardew Valley
There are a couple of noteworthy reasons why Haunted Chocolatier's romance mechanics should distance themselves from those present in Stardew Valley.