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.
One Character Perfectly Embodies Expedition 33’s Exploration of Grief
We continue.
New 'Kingdom Hearts 4' Screenshots Debut a Surprise Playable Character
Hints of a new era.
The First New Kingdom Hearts Game in Five Years Has Been Canceled
An unfortunate development.
‘FBC: Firebreak’ Is the Return to ‘Left 4 Dead’ Style Shooters I’ve Been Craving
Hitting the right notes.
'Tekken 8' Producer Still Wants To Get Waffle House Added To The Games
A culinary beatdown.
Magic's Final Fantasy Set Has Convinced Me To Take The Plunge
All-in.
'Final Fantasy 7' Creator Teases A New Sephiroth Design For The Remake's Final Installment
The end draws closer.
The Most Important Real-Time Strategy Game of All Time Just Got a Stunning New Expansion
An all-time classic gets even better.
'Death Stranding 2' Is Copying 'Final Fantasy XVI's Most Inventive Feature
The sincerest form of flattery.
5 Masterful RPGs to Play if You Love Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Clear your schedule.
'Despelote' Is A Charming Slice-of-Life Game About How Fickle Memory Can Be
An instant clásico.
'Revenge of the Savage Planet' Is a Charming Bite-Sized Metroidvania
Inverse Score: 8/10
'Final Fantasy 7 Remake' Director Plans to Work Closely With Nintendo
A fresh start.
'Expedition 33' Easter Egg Reveals A Shocking Secret About A Beloved Party Member
A touching twist.
Xbox Just Ramped Up Prices — Here’s What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Change is coming.
'Oblivion Remastered' Shows Open World Games Have Gotten Too Big
A simpler time.
Nintendo Switch Just Quietly Added One Of The Best Strategy RPGs Ever Made
Choose your path.
No, Expedition 33 Did Not Come Out of Nowhere
Brick by brick.
15 Years Ago, Hideo Kojima Crafted the Perfect Prequel
All about Big Boss.
Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Composer Reveals How the Game’s Iconic Battle Theme Came to Be
Breaking the norm.
