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.

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'Resident Evil Requiem' Is A Terrifying Return To The Series' Horror Roots

A chilling step forward.

By Hayes Madsen
Preview

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Already Has My Favorite Boss Battle of the Year

It’s time to duel.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

Valor Mortis Is a Fast-Paced Take on the Soulslike From the Studio Behind Ghostrunner

A twisted vision.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

Denshattack Is Tony Hawk With Trains, and It’s as Crazy as It Sounds

Sick tricks.

By Hayes Madsen
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The Best Superhero Game of the Last Decade Just Came to PlayStation Plus

Swing for the fences.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

The Next Tales Remaster Is the Perfect Entry Point to the Beloved RPG Series

Tale as old as time.

By Hayes Madsen
Feature

Phantom Blade Zero’s Years-Long Mocap Process Is All About Honoring Kung Fu Tradition

Excruciating detail.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

'Mafia: The Old Country' Proves That Not Every Game Needs To Change The Industry

Keep it simple.

By Hayes Madsen
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Stormgate Isn’t StarCraft 3, But It Definitely Scratches the Itch

A strategic return.

By Hayes Madsen
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The 10 Best RPGs to Play on Nintendo Switch 2

A plethora of choices.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

Final Fantasy XIV Is in a Slump, But There’s Still Hope For a Comeback

An uncertain future.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

'Mafia: The Old Country’s Opening Hours Are Wonderfully Monotonous

A slice of Sicily.

By Hayes Madsen
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Phantom Blade Zero’s Story Has “Horror Vibes” Like Resident Evil or Alan Wake

Doing things differently.

By Hayes Madsen
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PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added the Most Ambitious Soulslike of the Decade

Lie like your life depends on it.

By Hayes Madsen
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'Ninja Gaiden 4' Brings The Series Back To Its Gloriously Bloody Roots

Platinum is back.

By Hayes Madsen
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Phantom Blade Zero’s Hard Mode Practically Feels Like a Different Game

A fitting challenge.

By Hayes Madsen
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How China’s Next Big Video Game Aims To Change Everything

Setting the stage.

By Hayes Madsen
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Steam Just Released the Most Unconventional Horror Game of the Year

In the name of art.

By Hayes Madsen
Interviews

'Ninja Gaiden Ragebound' Director Wanted To Update The Series Without “Losing The Soul” Of The Original

Way of the ninja.

By Hayes Madsen
Review

Ninja Gaiden Ragebound Is A Gory and Glorious Return For The Classic Sidescroller

Inverse Score: 9/10

By Hayes Madsen
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