Matt Buckley
Number of publications: 521
After studying creative writing at Emerson College in Boston, Matt published a travel blog based on a two-month solo journey around the world, wrote for SmarterTravel, and worked on an Antarctic documentary series for NOVA, Antarctic Extremes. Today, for Gamepressure, Matt covers Nintendo news and writes reviews for Switch and PC titles. Matt enjoys RPGs like Pokemon and Breath of the Wild, as well as fighting games like Super Smash Bros., and the occasional action game like Ghostwire Tokyo or Gods Will Fall. Outside of video games, Matt is also a huge Dungeons & Dragons nerd, a fan of board games like Wingspan, an avid hiker, and after recently moving to California, an amateur surfer.
Perfect Dark canceled, studio shut down amid thousands of layoffs at Microsoft
Approximately 9,000 employees have been laid off today at Microsoft, including within the gaming division. Perfect Dark and other games have been canceled.
US Representative Steve Scalise invokes a classic stereotype, unemployed gamers, to justify cutting healthcare for millions of Americans
A clip of US Representative Scalise shows him using a tired gaming stereotype to support a bill that cuts health care for millions of Americans.
Nintendo Switch 2 sells 5 million units in first month becoming the fastest-selling console of all time
The Nintendo Switch 2 appears to have sold 5 million units, according to a now-removed post from Nintendo. This would easily set a record for a console launch.
Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding 2 cameo appears as a constellation while you take a bath
One player shared their discovery of a unique easter egg in Death Stranding 2. While taking a bath, Hideo Kojima appears as a constellation in the night sky.
Fallout veteran Tim Cain on why companies need to take responsibility for game preservation
Tim Cain uploaded a new video exploring the struggles of game preservation throughout his career and why companies need to take more responsibility for it.
"Most challenging was letting go of ideas we liked." Interview with the team behind MIO: Memories in Orbit
MIO: Memories in Orbit is one of the year's most anticipated indie Metroidvanias. Graphic novels, Hollow Knight, and a desire to do something different influenced the production of this sci-fi adventure.
PS Plus essential games for July includes three free games you won't want to miss
Starting on July 1st, PS Plus subscribers at all levels will be able to claim three games for free, including Blizzard's action RPG hit Diablo IV.
The Alters developers admit to undisclosed use of generative AI for translations and background text
Following a few screenshots that stirred up a debate about The Alters' undisclosed use of generative AI this weekend, the studio has finally issued a statement.
Five recent games run faster on SteamOS than Windows 11 in new test
In a new test by Ars Technica, five recent high-end games ran faster on SteamOS than on Windows 11, marking a significant win for Valve's operating system.
Fortnite players set to receive $126 million in refunds: here's how to know if you qualify
The deadline to file a claim in the class action lawsuit against Epic Games and Fortnite has been extended. Here's how to know if you should file a claim.
„It was like speedrunning the process” Peak developers share how development was different on their newest game
The teams behind the latest indie co-op hit Peak were burnt out from working on previous games for years. But with Peak, most of the development lasted a month.
„We value the turn-based genre” Expedition 33's success left an impression on Square Enix
Final Fantasy has been moving towards action and away from turn-based combat. However, a recent investor call suggests that Square Enix may change that.
FBC: Firebreak review: I want to love this game, but it’s not quite there yet
FBC: Firebreak is Remedy’s first attempt at a multiplayer shooter. While it’s got some great ideas and concepts, it didn’t quite come together perfectly in this debut showing.
Drag x Drive could suffer the same fate as another Nintendo Switch game
Drag x Drive utilizes the Nintendo Switch 2's new Joy-Cons for a unique wheelchair basketball experience. But will that be enough to make it memorable?
Reddit users reveal a massive problem with your Steam library
As often happens with Reddit discussions, it starts with a moral dilemma, and ends with the realization that a corporation is taking advantage of you.
„I'm about to cry” Pokémon save files are being lost in Nintendo Switch 2 data transfer
If you're a Pokémon fan, you should be aware that some users are losing their hard-earned save files in the transfer to Nintendo Switch 2.
Death Stranding 2 collector's edition advanced access may not work out for some players due to slow shipping
Advanced access is unlocked today for buyers of the Death Stranding 2 collector's edition. But the physical edition may not arrive in time for some players.
This new roguelike is somehow both disgusting and wholesome at the same time: Morsels free demo is on Steam now
Morsels is not a wholesome game, but underneath the layers of sewer grime, there are some surprisingly wholesome moments. Plus, it's a great new roguelike.
Take to the skies in this cozy indie game exploring an archipelago with a seaplane
In Lou's Lagoon, you manage an aerial delivery service. Deliver packages, build radio towers, and enjoy island living by building your home on the beach.
Summer Game Fest's deadliest game: Omut's first boss killed me 66 times in fifteen minutes
Summer Game Fest had plenty of challenging video games to try, but I'm not sure anyone expected Omut, a small indie boss rush game, to take the crown.