About Aaron Rackham
AJ is a lifelong fan of gaming and has a college degree in media and film. He specializes in TTRPGs and story-focused games with a love of old-school CRPGs. Passionate about well-crafted narratives, AJ blends his knowledge of books, gaming, roleplaying, and films to give a fresh take on the gaming industry as a whole. When not writing, he can be often found playing the likes of Disco Elysium, Wasteland 3, or watching some Pro-Wrestling on the side. You can follow him on Instagram at chain_of_dogs
Latest Articles
What We Want from a Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel
With CD Projekt Red announcing a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, many fans are speculating about what changes and improvements Project Orion could make.
Is Edgerunners Saving Cyberpunk 2077?
It's fair to say that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was a huge success, but is the new Studio Trigger show helping to save Cyberpunk 2077?
Why Riot Has Avoided Adding Agent Skins to Valorant
With Valorant remaining one of the most popular games in its genre to date, players have been speculating why agent skins have so far been avoided.
Why Your Dungeons & Dragons Player Character Needs an Internal Conflict
Characters are a core part of D&D, and making characters fully realized can be an overwhelming endeavor. Here's why internal conflict is key.
Midnight Fight Express: 4 Tips & Tricks for Improving Your Rank
Midnight Fight Express is a challenging gaming experience. Here are some tips to help struggling players overcome the title's brutal difficulty.
How To Build House of the Dragon's Daemon Targaryen in Dungeons & Dragons
With the release of the first episode of House of the Dragon, many fans of the show and D&D alike have been wondering how to build Daemon Targaryen.
Dungeons & Dragons: How DMs Can Promote Character Development
Character development is an intrinsic part of a player's roleplaying toolkit in D&D. Here are some strategies that DMs can use to improve roleplay.
Dungeons & Dragons: Why Creating a Good Atmosphere Is Important
Many Dungeon Masters are thinking of new ways and full-proof tips on how to create an atmosphere at their table. Here is some quick and handy advice.
Dungeons & Dragons: 5 Tips for Bringing Fifth Edition to a Modern Setting
With the increase in Dungeon & Dragon's total player base, some groups will be looking to bring Fifth Edition to a modern setting. Here's how.
Why Loot Box Regulations Are Vital to the Gaming Industry's Future
Loot boxes are a growing concern among the gaming community, and with companies adapting predatory practices, vulnerable people could be at risk.
Dungeons & Dragons: How to Build Stranger Things' Eddie Munson
With the conclusion of Stranger Things Season Four, Dungeon Master and Metalhead Eddie Munson is a new favorite. Here's how to make him in D&D.
Dungeons & Dragons: 5 Tips for Role-Playing a Cleric
Roleplaying a Cleric well in Dungeons & Dragons can be a tough job. Here's a guide on unique and innovative ways to roleplay a Cleric effectively.
Why This Blades in the Dark Mechanic Is Perfect for Other TTRPG Systems
Blades in the Dark is a narrative-focused game. Its many unique mechanics are well-loved, but how will this particular mechanic uplift other games?
What We Want To See From Ark 2
Ark 2 is coming soon, starring Vin Diesel in the lead role. Here are a number of things that fans would like to see in the upcoming survival game.
5 Alternate Settings for Blades in the Dark
Blades in the Dark is an excellent TTRPG, but there are several systems that shake up the world setting and put its mechanics to the test.
Can Final Fantasy XIV's Weapon Contests Fix Its Community's Problems?
With all the recent controversy surrounding Square Enix's handling of Final Fantasy XIV, will the addition of Weapon Contests really fix everything?
How To Make Potions in Minecraft and Why It's Worth It
Potions are an essential part of Minecraft's progression and endgame. Here's what you need to know about how to make them and why they're useful.
How to Make a Final Fantasy XIV Black Mage in Dungeons & Dragons
With the increasing popularity of Final Fantasy XIV, many players have been wondering how well various aspects of the Black Mage translate into D&D.
What Square Enix Selling Off Deus Ex Could Mean for the Franchise
From sequels, new characters, and more, here's what the current acquisition of Deus Ex by Embracer Group could mean for the future of the franchise.
Elden Ring: How to Complete Latenna's Questline
Completing Letenna's questline in Elden Ring provides the player with a powerful Spirit Summon and access to a new area.