Anthony Taormina
@anthonyt.bsky.social
Game Rant Editor in Chief // Here to talk about pop culture, being a dad, and Cinnabon.
Contact: anthony[at]gamerant[dot]com
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Anthony Taormina
@anthonyt.bsky.social
· Nov 21
Hi, I'm Anthony! I love and talk about a lot of different things like video games, movies, TV, tech, theme parks, food, being a dad, and cats. If you want to hear random musings on any/all of those topics then you've come to the right place!
I've been playing a bit of Gigasword lately and while I am having fun, it has some of the worst traits of a platformer/metroidvania. The backtracking and lack of fast travel are driving me nuts.
November 30, 2025 at 7:16 PM
I've been playing a bit of Gigasword lately and while I am having fun, it has some of the worst traits of a platformer/metroidvania. The backtracking and lack of fast travel are driving me nuts.
Thought I would check out Where Winds Meet and woops 3 hours went by!
November 29, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Thought I would check out Where Winds Meet and woops 3 hours went by!
LEGO Gameboy complete! This thing is incredible.
November 28, 2025 at 7:16 PM
LEGO Gameboy complete! This thing is incredible.
How insane has 2025 been for video games? This insane.
November 27, 2025 at 7:04 PM
How insane has 2025 been for video games? This insane.
Going to be a lot less Jr's running around in the next generation because the current generation hates their parents for f-ing up the country.
November 27, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Going to be a lot less Jr's running around in the next generation because the current generation hates their parents for f-ing up the country.
Earlier this month, I visited Bungie to go hands-on with Destiny 2's new Renegades expansion. From the campaign to the new Lawless Frontier activity to the Praxic Blade (lightsaber), there is a lot to cover. Here's my preview but there's more on the site. buff.ly/FUod1x0
Destiny 2: Renegades is Inspired By Star Wars, But It's Not a Star Wars Expansion [Hands-on Preview]
Game Rant went hands on to see how Destiny 2's Renegades expansion draws inspiration from Star Wars, but remains true to its core identity.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Earlier this month, I visited Bungie to go hands-on with Destiny 2's new Renegades expansion. From the campaign to the new Lawless Frontier activity to the Praxic Blade (lightsaber), there is a lot to cover. Here's my preview but there's more on the site. buff.ly/FUod1x0
Remember when Grand Theft Auto 6 was supposed to release this year? I'm glad it didn't. buff.ly/agTWarn
I'm Glad Grand Theft Auto 6 Didn't Release This Year, Because 2025 Was An Amazing Year for Games
Remember when Grand Theft Auto 6 was originally supposed to release this year? Good thing it didn't because 2025 was stacked with amazing games.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Remember when Grand Theft Auto 6 was supposed to release this year? I'm glad it didn't. buff.ly/agTWarn
I wrote a long and detailed breakdown of what the experience of reviewing a game is like. Hope to shine a light on unspoken aspects and eliminate misconception. gamerant.com/game-rant-re...
How the Video Game Review Process Works at Game Rant
Game Rant's Anthony Taormina walks you through the process of writing a video game review, from securing early access to deciding on a score.
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November 22, 2025 at 8:10 PM
I wrote a long and detailed breakdown of what the experience of reviewing a game is like. Hope to shine a light on unspoken aspects and eliminate misconception. gamerant.com/game-rant-re...
You can't take a two-year break and not come out swinging.
BlizzCon 2026 Should Be Blizzard's Biggest Event Ever: Here's What to Expect
After a two-year break, BlizzCon 2026 needs to be one of the biggest conventions Blizzard has ever put together, setting the stage for the future.
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November 16, 2025 at 7:16 PM
You can't take a two-year break and not come out swinging.
I know there was some hope of Kingdom Hearts 4 appearing at the State of Play this past week, but now is not the time. buff.ly/8HzMHV2
Sorry Kingdom Hearts Fans, Now is Not the Time to Show More KH 4
In light of recent events surrounding Square Enix, it would have felt inappropriate to celebrate the company's most highly anticipated title.
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November 16, 2025 at 9:09 AM
I know there was some hope of Kingdom Hearts 4 appearing at the State of Play this past week, but now is not the time. buff.ly/8HzMHV2
Never heard of this game until today but man it looks incredible
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The Time I Have Left Did Not Rip Off Expedition 33, But It Looks Awesome
Turn-based RPG The Time I Have Left denies copying Expedition 33, but fans of the latter may still want to keep it on their radar.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Never heard of this game until today but man it looks incredible
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What do you mean no streaming service has Pokemon: The First Movie?!
November 11, 2025 at 1:34 AM
What do you mean no streaming service has Pokemon: The First Movie?!
My flight was not cancelled 🤗
November 7, 2025 at 6:55 PM
My flight was not cancelled 🤗
Look, I've been overcoming my fear and all that by traveling more, and I always say that each trip introduces me to a new quirk (layover, delays, reroutes). BUUUUUUT I would really like it if the government got its shit together so I don't get stuck away from home.
November 6, 2025 at 5:44 AM
Look, I've been overcoming my fear and all that by traveling more, and I always say that each trip introduces me to a new quirk (layover, delays, reroutes). BUUUUUUT I would really like it if the government got its shit together so I don't get stuck away from home.
Last call for my son's Jog-A-Thon. No pressure but any bit helps his school fund classes like Art, PE, and STEM. www.getmovinfundhub.com/student-webp...
November 4, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Last call for my son's Jog-A-Thon. No pressure but any bit helps his school fund classes like Art, PE, and STEM. www.getmovinfundhub.com/student-webp...
Best 2025 game to play on an airplane (Switch or PC handheld)?
November 3, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Best 2025 game to play on an airplane (Switch or PC handheld)?
I'm only two episodes in but Dispatch might be one of the best written/acted games I've ever played.
November 1, 2025 at 1:27 AM
I'm only two episodes in but Dispatch might be one of the best written/acted games I've ever played.
Finished Sword of the Sea this week. Beautiful design. Incredible music. Just a succinct piece of art. Highly recommend for the vibes alone.
October 31, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Finished Sword of the Sea this week. Beautiful design. Incredible music. Just a succinct piece of art. Highly recommend for the vibes alone.
I don't know how it would work but boy I would love to play Ball x Pit co-op with a friend.
October 29, 2025 at 6:16 PM
I don't know how it would work but boy I would love to play Ball x Pit co-op with a friend.
You fools could have beaten Ball x Pit by now
October 28, 2025 at 6:31 AM
You fools could have beaten Ball x Pit by now
New favorite PC gaming controller alert!
Razer Just Released My New Favorite PC Gaming Controller
Razer adds to its V3 Pro line with the Raiju V3 Pro gaming controller, a PlayStation-focused option that builds on the line's legacy.
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October 27, 2025 at 1:27 AM
New favorite PC gaming controller alert!
The PlayStation 5 Pro is the best way to experience console exclusives but the price increase and some problematic compatibility with third party games make it a complicated recommendation. I'm glad I have one though.
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Is the PlayStation 5 Pro Worth It One Year Later?
It has been a year since Sony launched the PlayStation 5 Pro console, but is the mid-generation performance upgrade worth the investment?
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October 26, 2025 at 11:36 PM
The PlayStation 5 Pro is the best way to experience console exclusives but the price increase and some problematic compatibility with third party games make it a complicated recommendation. I'm glad I have one though.
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Got a fun one for ya! If you can guess 3 of my top 5 games of 2025, I’ll give one of the correct guessers a code for my number 1 game.
October 26, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Got a fun one for ya! If you can guess 3 of my top 5 games of 2025, I’ll give one of the correct guessers a code for my number 1 game.
Ball x Pit is the perfect World Series in the background game
October 25, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Ball x Pit is the perfect World Series in the background game