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.
25 Years Later, One Dreamcast RPG Masterpiece Is Begging for a Remake
Shiver me timbers.
Ghost of Yotei: Ten Vital Tips to Know Before You Play
Become the Onryo.
'Age Of Mythology's Latest Expansion Is An Innovative Delight
The will of the gods.
The Developer Behind 'Silent Hill 2' Remake Is Doing Another Game in the Series
Back to the past, again.
Final Fantasy Tactics’ Most Insufferable Villain Is Even Easier to Hate Now
Love to hate him.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles - How to Unlock Every Secret Character
A Soldier, a dragon, and a robot walk into a bar.
The Adventures of Elliot Devs Wanted The New HD-2D Game To Be A ‘Buddy Story’
A new dimension.
'Fire Emblem Shadows' Is Nintendo’s Most Baffling Game In Years
A misguided addition.
30 Years Ago, One Game Laid the Foundation For Real-Time Strategy
Welcome back, Commander.
'Yakuza Kiwami 3' Is Smartly Doing Things Differently Than the Last Two Remakes
The Dragon reborn.
Ghost of Yotei Is a Bigger and Bolder, But Not Always Better, Sequel
Inverse Score: 8/10
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy’s New Multiplatform Approach Hasn’t Affected the Schedule For Part 3, Says Director
A new approach.
The Most Anticipated Upcoming Game Is RPG Of The Year Meets 'K-Pop Demon Hunters'
A delightful trio.
Here’s Exactly How Long It Takes To Beat 'Silent Hill f'
Again and again.
The RPG That Created The “BioWare Formula” Changed Gaming Forever
If it ain’t broke...
'Silent Hill f' Is a Gloriously Grisly Return For the Legendary Horror Series
Inverse Score: 10/10
'Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined' Is Inspired By The Decade’s Most Overlooked RPG
A new lease on life.
Yakuza 3 Does Deserve a Remake, Actually
Showing its age.
5 Years Ago, One Game Perfected the Roguelike
Bringing the heat.
The Trails Series Is Already Getting Another Big Remake
Onto the next one.