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Aydan Sattler-Contributor

Aydan Sattler

Contributor

April, 2024
RPG, Strategy, Indie Games
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About Aydan Sattler

Aydan (she/they) is a Contributor from the United States. They are a life-long gamer and super nerd. They first began playing video games on DOS, cutting their gamer teeth on Commander Keen, Duke Nukem (the original side-scrolling variety), and The Dig. Today, they can usually be found on Steam or the Playstation Network under Wysiwyg Visions.

Their current favorite games include the Tales of series, Final Fantasy XV, Genshin Impact, and Eastshade.

Their go-to video game buddy is their bearded dragon, Yona, who provides moral support and commentary… when she isn’t trying to eat the Steam Deck.

Aydan has been a copywriter since 2017 and has been presenting video game panels at conventions since 2010. When Aydan isn’t saving the world in a video game, they can usually be found cosplaying, entranced by a fantasy novel, or fossil hunting.

Favorite Games

Aydan has a particular fondness for the Tales of franchise. Of the games, their favorites are Tales of the Abyss and Tales of Xillia/2. They also enjoy playing Final Fantasy XV, Eastshade, Genshin Impact, and Commander Keen. They have a nostalgic fondness for Animorphs: Know The Secret on PC. Aydan's favorite consoles at the moment are Steam Deck and PS4.

In the trading card game world, Aydan is a long-time Pokemon player and recently dove into the world of Disney Lorcana.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Aydan's proudest gaming achievement was when they figured out how to glitch Big Red, a boss in "Commander Keen in Goodbye Galaxy," which elicited an instant win.

In more recent games, they take great pride in getting a Platinum/100% achievement in Tales of Xillia 2. Paying back the exhorbinant amount of debt the game throws at you at the start of the game was no easy task, but well worth the reward.

Industry Focus

Aydan is a Contributor for TheGamer Digital Publication. They specialize in retro gaming, platformers, and RPGs. In their high school years, they played a lot of first-person shooters, especially Halo and Star Wars Battlefront. 

In the trading card arena, they are actively playing Disney Lorcana after playing Pokemon since 1998. They were highly ranked in Pokemon League competitions in West Virginia and California. 

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From Easter eggs to mechanics, countless video games have been directly inspired by Dungeons & Dragons.

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Pokemon's Paldea region is filled with interesting and engaging places. Here are the best locations in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet!

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Tales Of Graces F Remastered: All Playable Characters And How To Use Them

Tales of Graces f Remastered is celebrated for its charismatic cast of characters! Learn how to master each character in battle.

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Northgard: All The Clans, Explained

Northgard has a number of clans, we take a look at the benefits of each one.

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9 Best Comic Books Based On Video Games

Many video games further develop their stories and worlds through comic books.

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: 7 Best Mods

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is a fantastic game, though many players want to be able to customize the adventure to their preference. Here are some mods.

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Planet Coaster 2: Best Water Ride Blueprints, Ranked

Planet Coaster 2's water rides make a splash and are an important addition to any theme park.

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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD requires precision and strategy to master. Use these tips and tricks to go bananas and achieve success in every level.

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Disney Lorcana: 9 Best Decks In Azurite Sea

Disney Lorcana's sixth set, the Azurite Sea, has created new opportunities for players to refine their strategies and deck compositions.

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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD: 11 Best Easter Eggs And Hidden Details

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is filled to the brim with easter eggs and hidden details.

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9 Games To Play If You Like Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

Now that you've completed Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, what's next on your list?

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8 Times When The Bad Ending Was Better Than The Canon Ending

Most gamers aim to achieve the perfect, canon ending in video games, but there are times when the bad ending is more satisfying.

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9 Best Found Families In Video Games

A powerful and engaging story trope in video games is found family; characters who come together to create a chosen family.

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While these video game enemies don't damage you, their mischief can still cause chaos.

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Fairy Tail 2: 12 Best Skills

Fairy Tail is known for its flashy, powerful moves, which carries over into its sequel. Here are the best skills in Fairy Tail 2!

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Not only is Fairy Tail 2 based on the anime, but it also slips in a plethora of Easter eggs.

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