Matt Karoglou
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About Matt Karoglou
Matt Karoglou is a freelance writer and musician who has been playing video games for 36 years and writing about them for almost as long. When he's not editorializing about the intricacies and brilliance of the Shmup genre or playing Resident Evil for the thousandth time, he can be found most days listening to metal and hardcore records while enjoying indie titles on his Steam Deck.
Industry Focus
Primarily writes about RPGs, indie titles, Metroidvanias, Soulslikes, and the Resident Evil series. Interested in all things Square Enix and Capcom, and occasionally dabble in the industry-focused hardware piece here and there.
Favorite Games
As a massive Resident Evil fan, the original, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 4 all rank among some of my all-time favorite games (both their initial releases and remakes). I'm also a huge fan of Metroidvanias and try to play as many as I can get my hands on. While my all-time favorites will always be the portmanteau's origins (Super Metroid and Castlvania: Symphony of the Night), Hollow Knight, both Ori games, and both Blasphemous games also rank high as some of my favorites in the genre. Special shout out to Chrono Trigger and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past as quite possibly my first and second favorite games of all-time, as well as Final Fantasy IV ranking somewhere in the top 5.
Favorite Console
I cut my teeth on the NES just in time for the SNES to arrive right as I was 6 years old, and the Super Nintendo will always have a special place as one of my all-time favorite consoles. Right behind it, though, is the PlayStation. Some of my favorite franchises have either their series highlights (Castlevania, Final Fantasy) or origins (Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil) on the PS1, cementing it as an all-timer for me. Picking between the SNES and PS1 would be nearly impossible, as both have some of the most impressive libraries in the history of gaming.
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Why Albert Wesker Being a Fixture of Resident Evil's Future Would Be a Boon
Resident Evil's Albert Wesker is the series' most prolific and iconic villain, and his presence in upcoming projects would be worth celebrating.
If Nothing Else, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Will Likely Be Top Notch in One Area
A critical component of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet's atmosphere and presentation is already set to be one of the game's highlights.
Hyper Light Breaker's Directed Proceduralism Explained
Heart Machine recently sat down with Game Rant to discuss Hyper Light Breaker's more directed approach to procedural generation.
How Progression Works in Hyper Light Breaker
Hyper Light Breaker developer Heart Machine speaks with Game Rant about the game's within-run progression and meta-progression.
Why PlayStation Fans Should Approach the Rumored IP Revivals with Caution
If history is anything to go by, fans should take recent rumors of Sony's plans to revive dormant franchises with a grain of salt.
Hyper Light Breaker Details Biomes and Traversal Features
Game Rant speaks with Hyper Light Breaker developer Heart Machine about the game's approach to traversal and procedurally generated biomes.
Hyper Light Breaker Dev Details Relationship with Arc Games
Hyper Light Breaker developer Heart Machine discusses how its partnership with Arc Games is helping deliver the best version of the game.
Metroid Shouldn’t Be the Only Nintendo Franchise to Get a Shot in the Arm
2025 is set to be a big year for both Nintendo and the Metroid franchise, but the company should work toward reviving another classic series.
One New Indie is a Faithful Attempt at a 2D Dark Souls
Solo developer John Pywell's Fountains is a game that goes beyond the typical 2D approximations of FromSoftware's pivotal Dark Souls.
The Horizon Franchise's Increasing Momentum is a Good Omen for 2025
The release cadence of the Horizon franchise since Horizon Forbidden West may point to the franchise doing something big in 2025.
Cronos: The New Dawn Would Be Wise to Borrow Dead Space's Most Immersive Feature
Cronos: The New Dawn's similarities to Dead Space should go beyond gameplay and atmosphere to include one of its understated elements.
PlayStation's Bloodborne Teases Can't Be for Nothing
The possibility of a Bloodborne remaster or remake is still as unlikely as ever, but Sony getting in on the joke needs to bear some fruit.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Faces the Same Hurdle Other Wii U Ports Have Stumbled Over
The upcoming Switch port of Xenoblade Chronicles X will likely make some significant changes if other ports of Wii U titles are any indication.
Why A Bravely Default Sequel Would Be Good News For Another Team Asano Game
Rumors pointing to the possibility of a new Bravely Default game could make another Team Asano game receiving a threequel a foregone conclusion.
How Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Could Throw an Epic Curve Ball in its Multiverse Theory
The third and final chapter in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy may prove that the first two games' multiverse plots were sleight of hand.
The Future of Dungeons & Dragons Games Should Look to the Past
There's a goldmine of classic games utilizing the Dungeons & Dragons IP that could serve as the perfect starting point for future titles.
Predicting Team Asano's Rumored 2025 Sequel Title
Team Asano's announcement that it's working on multiple titles set to release in 2025 opens the door for one of several exciting reveals.
Old School Ninja Gaiden Fans Have a Lot to Look Forward to With Ragebound
The announcement of Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a pleasant surprise for fans of the NES trilogy, and it seems like the title is in good hands.
Final Fantasy 17 Has The Chance to Revive a Classic Series Staple
Following Final Fantasy 16's many departures from series tradition, Final Fantasy 17 has a golden opportunity to take things back to basics.
2025 is a Big Year for Obsidian Entertainment
A surprise announcement from The Game Awards 2024 set up Obsidian Entertainment to bookend 2025 with two exciting releases.