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Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez

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About Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez

Born and raised in Florida, Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez previously wrote for Study Breaks Magazine and CBR before joining How-To Geek as a freelance writer.

In the past, Max has written articles about history, pop culture, health advice, and business among other subjects, but his greatest passions have always been gaming and tech. As a longtime fan of arcades and retro consoles, Max is always looking for ways to expand his gaming library and restore old hardware.

As a writer, Max excels at creating well-researched and highly informative work about practically any topic. He loves writing about niche consoles and other forgotten devices, and he has recently entered the world of PC gaming.

Apart from writing and gaming, Max enjoys reading, jogging, computer programming, and training with his two German Shepherds.  

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A smiling man plays video games with a controller, while two game warriors fight on a screen behind him.
Why I Love Chilling Out With Stressful Video Games
Games

Stressful games can be surprisingly chill (no, really).

Two video game controllers appear in front of a red warning symbol and a downward graph.
Why I'm More Worried Than Ever About Video Games in 2025
Games

Video games are changing, but not for the better.

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Switch 2 Editions of Kirby, Mario Party, Metroid, and Zelda.
Why Console Exclusives Are More Important Than Ever in 2025
Games

Love it or hate it, consoles need exclusives.

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A smartphone displaying the Amazon Prime logo, surrounded by a popcorn bucket, a film reel, a clapperboard, and a drink cup.
These Prime Video Channels Come with Hidden Perks—Here’s How to Use Them
Amazon Prime Video

Some Prime Video Channel subscriptions include a useful bonus.

Illustration of a web browser with a woman sitting on it using her laptop and a video game controller beside her.
11 Best Fan-Made Browser Ports of Classic Games
Web

Revisit the classics from the comfort of your browser.

The cover art for the Omens of Tyranny update in the game Helldivers 2.
Why I Want More Games to Rip Off My Favorite Movies
Video Games

Games are blatantly stealing ideas from cinema (and that's a good thing).

Characters from Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, BlazBlue, and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.
Forget Video Game Sequels, I Need More Spiritual Successors
Games

Spiritual successors are bringing fresh blood to old classics.

Promotional artwork featuring the main cast of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Here's What Separates a Good Video Game Remake From a Pointless Rehash
Video Games

Some gamers are begging for the remakes to stop.

Collage featuring various characters from different visual novels.
10 Visual Novels for People Who Don't Like Visual Novels
Games

There are enough must-play visual novels to fill an entire library. Here's where to start.

Sigma from VLR and Takumi from The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy standing in front of a flowchart.
Why the Best Visual Novel Feature Belongs in More Games
PC Gaming

In these games, the end is just the beginning.

An Xbox Series X next to a PlayStation 5, with two modded games beside
Why Can't Every Console Game Have Mod Support?
Xbox

Console gamers are finally getting a taste of the PC experience.

A desk with a gaming keyboard, a headset, a controller, and a mouse, with a floating soundtrack icon above them.
What Happened to Custom Soundtracks in Console Games?
Video Games

Please don't stop my music.

A picture of the Color TV-Game 15 with the Color TV-Game logo.
How Nintendo's Forgotten First Consoles Shaped an Iconic Legacy
Video Games

Nintendo's first console isn't what you think.

An Xbox Series S next to a Nintendo Switch 2.
Today's Console Generation Will Reshape Gaming In Ways That Aren't Obvious
Video Games

New hardware, same issues.

A scene of Super Mario Wavedashing with glitch effects.
Why Some Video Game Glitches Should Never Be Fixed
Games

Don't fix what is already broken.

A hand holding a disc case with some game images and 'GAME DEMO' written on it
Why Real Game Demos Need to Make a Comeback
PlayStation 5

A game's first impression means everything.

Old Vintage Arcade Video Games in an empty dark gaming room with blue light with glowing displays and beautiful retro design.
Why These 5 Beloved Genres Disappeared with Arcades
Video Games

Is it game over for these arcade genres, or will they get a chance to continue?

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A picture of Marco from Metal Slug with gameplay of Contra and Ghouls 'n Ghosts in the background.
Why One of Gaming's Most Influential Genres Went Extinct
Video Games

This action-packed genre is still missing in action.

Characters from Klonoa, Wolfenstein 3D, and Dragon Quest III.
What Are 2.5D Video Games?
Video Games

The nebulous dimension between 2D and 3D is still a mystery.

Lara Croft from Tomb Raider, Tommy Vercetti from GTA: Vice City, and Raziel from Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver.
AI Upscaling Is the Future of Game Remasters, but Is That a Good Thing?
AI (Artificial Intelligence)

AI upscaling can give old games a next-gen facelift, but some developers still don't know how to use it.

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