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.

Review

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

Inverse Score: 9/10

By Hayes Madsen
The Inverse Interview

'Missile Command Delta' Director Hopes the Game Leaves You With Questions on Authoritarianism

What’s old is new.

By Hayes Madsen
Retrospective

20 Years Ago, A Cult Classic Open World Game Transformed A Beloved Sci-Fi Genre

Probing around.

By Hayes Madsen
The Inverse Interview

'Dead Take' Is a Horror Game About “Where Power and Money Intersect With Art and Creativity”

An ambitious sophomore act.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

'Pokémon Friends' Is An Adorable New Puzzle Game On Switch, But There's An Unfortunate Catch

Gotta collect all the paid content.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

The Ivalice Chronicles Is Fixing Final Fantasy Tactics' Biggest Flaw

Finding your voice.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

Donkey Kong’s Big Comeback Could Pave the Way for Another Nintendo Icon

Mission report.

By Hayes Madsen
Gaming News

‘Cyberpunk 2077’s Surprise Last Update Is Finally Bringing a Huge Quality-of-Life Feature

Get in choom.

By Hayes Madsen
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The Best Strategy Game Of The Year Just Got A Must-Play Fantasy Expansion

Elementary.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

‘Donkey Kong Bananza's Biggest Inspiration Probably Isn't What You're Thinking

A radical revival.

By Hayes Madsen
Review

'Donkey Kong Bananza' Is the Most Innovative Nintendo Platformer Since 'Super Mario Sunshine'

Inverse Score: 10/10

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

It's a Crime That We Still Don't Have a Good Superman Game

Missing in action.

By Hayes Madsen
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If You Can't Wait For Final Fantasy Tactics' Remaster, Play Tactics Ogre

The tides of conflict.

By Hayes Madsen
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The Definitive Castle-Building Strategy Game Just Got a Massive Update

Craft your kingdom.

By Hayes Madsen
Retrospective

10 Years Ago, One Pokémon Clone Actually Gave Nintendo’s Series a Challenge

A ghostly good time.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

Lies of P Deserves More Credit as a Revolutionary Soulslike

Lie or die.

By Hayes Madsen
Retrospective

10 Years Ago, Capcom Crafted the Perfect Historical Drama

Historical hijinks.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

Nintendo Switch 2 Has Serious Untapped Potential For Strategy Games

Strategic depth.

By Hayes Madsen
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45 Years Later, A Classic Atari Series Just Got A Bold Reimagining

Back from the grave.

By Hayes Madsen
Opinion

It's Long Past Time to Move On to 'Persona 6'

Spinning wheels.

By Hayes Madsen