Michael Colwander
Contributing since November, 2017
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About Michael Colwander
Michael is a freelance writer who has been gaming for as long as he can remember. A trophy hunter, Michael strives to earn the Platinum trophy in as many games as he can and has previous experience writing helpful trophy guides.
Beyond gaming, Michael's a big fan of sports and his beloved Detroit teams, for better and for worse. He has won a Fantasy League in American football, baseball, basketball, and hockey. He also loves dogs and will always make sure he pets dogs when he can in real life and in games.
Industry Focus
Michael has written lists, features, and guides for CBR since September 2021. His primary specialty is Gaming, but will dabble in TV, Movies, and Anime content from time to time. Michael will also try to find opportunities to talk about sports when he can.
Favorite Media
Some of Michael's favorite video game series include Uncharted, The Last of Us, Final Fantasy, the Legend of Zelda, Kingdom Hearts, Ace Attorney, and Mario Kart. Michael loves story-heavy games and will always welcome recommendations for games with great stories.
In recent years, he's also been getting into fighting games and has developed a love of Street Fighter.
Latest Articles
RETRO REVIEW: Final Fantasy VII is Still One of a Kind
The original Final Fantasy VII is a PlayStation classic that's still worth playing today, and it's a masterpiece that has yet to be surpassed.
15 Saddest Deaths In Fear The Walking Dead, Ranked
Deaths like John Dorie and his father are the saddest in Fear The Walking Dead, contributing to the lack of popularity for this once-great spin-off.
Red Dead Redemption 2: How To Get The Legend Of The East Satchel
In open-world RPGs, players want more space for their loot. In RDR2, this can be done by crafting new satchels, the best being The Legend of the East.
What Fans Want To See In The Next & Last Final Fantasy VII Remake
Two games in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy down, one to go. What should Square Enix do to ensure the trilogy ends on the highest note?
Final Fantasy XVI: How To Craft The Drakeslayer’s Armor Set
The Drakeslayer's armor is the best mid-game armor set in Final Fantasy XVI, but it takes some special ingredients to craft. Here's how to craft it.
Every Fear the Walking Dead Season, Ranked
The dust has now settled on Madison Clark, her family, and Morgan Jones' long journey in Fear The Walking Dead. Which season of Fear is the best?
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Misused This Character's Death
Final Fantasy VII is known for having one of the most iconic deaths of all time, but FF7 may not have given this moment the reverence it deserves.
10 Oscar Winners Who Starred In A Video Game Movie
Despite often being the butt of jokes, video game movies are no strangers to landing high-profile actors, including several Oscar winners.
10 Most Likable Final Fantasy Girls, Ranked
Tifa Lockheart and Aerith Gainsborough are far from the most likable Final Fantasy girls; characters like FFX's Yuna and FFVIII's Rinoa also count.
Every Final Fantasy Rebirth Location, Ranked
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth recreates numerous memorable FF7 locations in stunning ways. Which major locations were done the best?
20 Unforgettable Quotes From Disney's The Lion King
The Lion King is one of Disney's most beloved classics, and both the original and the remake are full of memorable and iconic quotes.
Best Single-Player Games On Xbox Game Pass (March 2024)
The best single-player games on Xbox Game Pass stand out for their authenticity, replayability, and creativity.
The Best Multiplayer Games On Xbox Game Pass (March 2024)
Xbox Game Pass has a ton of great multiplayer games on tap, from co-op gems like Sea of Thieves to the amazing PvP gameplay that's defined Halo.
30 Awesome Cartoons Only 2000s Kids Will Remember
From the rising influence of anime to the birth of internet animation, these shows exemplify the best in kids' cartoons at the turn of the century.
Where To Find Every Eeveelution In Pokémon Scarlet And Violet
To save players some time, frustration, and evolutionary stones, here's how to find every single Eeveelution in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
25 Scariest Video Games Of All Time
From Resident Evil to Dead Space, the scariest horror video games of all time put players under constant threat of putting the controller down.
Every Pokémon Game On Switch Ranked, According To Critics
Many Pokémon games have released on the Nintendo Switch since the console's 2017 launch, but not all of them have been massive hits.
10 Strongest Mortal Kombat Characters, Ranked
The Mortal Kombat video game series has introduced a number of powerful Kombatants since it first debuted in the '90s. Here are the strongest.
Every Final Fantasy VII Party Member's Fate At The End Of The Original Game
Final Fantasy VII is well known for its story about life and death. So how many Final Fantasy VII party members survived in the end?
25 MCU Movies with the Lowest Rating
With several great superhero films to the MCU's name, not every movie can be as successful as others. As such, IMDb ratings show the least popular.