Hayes Madsen

Hayes Madsen is the Video Game Trends Writer for Inverse’s gaming section where he covers the most buzzworthy events and controversies in the industry — along with some of the most compelling community stories.

Hayes has more than 10 years of experience in journalism with a special focus on entertainment and the video game industry.

Game Guides

Elden Ring Nightreign: How to Unlock All Characters

Bolster your team.

By Hayes Madsen
Game Guides

'Elden Ring Nightreign' Gladius Guide: How to Beat the Game's First Boss

That’s a big dog.

By Hayes Madsen
Game Guides

7 Ways to Level Up Quickly In 'Elden Ring Nightreign'

Make the most of your time.

By Hayes Madsen
Retrospective

10 Years Ago, Nintendo Literally Injected Color Into Shooters

Nintendo had an inkling.

By Hayes Madsen
Review

There’s Nothing Else Quite Like Elden Ring Nightreign – For Better and Worse

Inverse Score: 7/10

By Hayes Madsen
Preview

‘Persona 5’ Is Back With A Surprisingly Ambitious New Story

Passing the baton.

By Hayes Madsen
Game Guides

How to Get Every Ending in 'Onimusha 2'

Gift the right person.

By Hayes Madsen
Game Guides

Here’s Exactly How Long It Takes to Beat 'Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny'

Feudal drama.

By Hayes Madsen
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The Most Radical Strategy Game of the Year Just Released on PC

Serving beatdowns, one turn at a time.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

‘Final Fantasy 7’s Villain is Hiding a Bizarre Secret

Not just for show.

By Hayes Madsen
Review

Onimusha 2’s Remaster Solidifies It as One of Capcom’s Best, & Weirdest, Games

Inverse Score: 9/10

By Hayes Madsen
Preview

'Raidou Remastered' Is a Stunning Upgrade of a Seminal PS2 Game

Putting the cult in cult classic.

By Hayes Madsen
Retrospective

10 Years Later, 'The Witcher 3' Feels Like One of the Most Important Games Ever Made

One for the ages.

By Hayes Madsen
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PlayStation Just Added the Most Adorable Open-World Game of the Decade

Get your furry fix.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

One Character Perfectly Embodies Expedition 33’s Exploration of Grief

We continue.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

New 'Kingdom Hearts 4' Screenshots Debut a Surprise Playable Character

Hints of a new era.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

The First New Kingdom Hearts Game in Five Years Has Been Canceled

An unfortunate development.

By Hayes Madsen
Preview

‘FBC: Firebreak’ Is the Return to ‘Left 4 Dead’ Style Shooters I’ve Been Craving

Hitting the right notes.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

'Tekken 8' Producer Still Wants To Get Waffle House Added To The Games

A culinary beatdown.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

Magic's Final Fantasy Set Has Convinced Me To Take The Plunge

All-in.

By Hayes Madsen