About Mike Straw
Mike has been covering the gaming industry since 2012, and has reported on some of the largest events in the industry while also working as an investigative reporter. Outside of gaming, Mike was a beat reporter for various outlets covering the NHL for years before moving to game journalism full time. When he's not writing, you can find Mike playing various turn-based strategy games and roguelikes.
Posts by Mike Straw
Today’s Wordle #1862: Hints and Answer for July 25, 2026
Stuck trying to guess the Wordle #1862 answer? Get today’s hints, starter words, and full Wordle answer for July 25, 2026.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst Delayed To 2028
Amazon Games has confirmed that Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been delayed to 2028 following the delay of Legacy of Atlantis.
Ubisoft Says Remakes Can Be More Profitable Than New Games
The success of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced isn’t just giving Ubisoft another hit game. It’s also reinforcing why the publisher believes remakes can be some of the most financially attractive projects in its portfolio. During Ubisoft’s Q1 FY27 earnings call, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Frédérick Duguet said ambitious remakes can generate stronger margins than […]
Maximum Entertainment Lays Off Entire US Staff With Zero Severance
Maximum Entertainment has shut down its US wing and laid off its entire staff without any sort of severance or transition plan.
Guild Wars 3 Story Details Reveal The Orrian Golden Age
ArenaNet revealed new story details for Guild Wars 3 that will take players to a version of Orr unlike anything seen before.
EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Plus Is The Most Expensive Game In EA’s History
EA announced a new Ultimate Plus edition for EA Sports FC 27, and with its hefty price tag, it’s the most expensive EA release ever.