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Dennis Scimeca


Dennis Scimeca was the Daily Dot's gaming reporter until 2016. He loves first-person shooters, role-playing games, and massively multiplayer online games. His work has appeared in Salon, NPR, Ars Technica, Kotaku, Polygon, Gamasutra, GamesBeat, Paste, and Mic.

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Pokémon Go data is the secret to winning more battles

The experts have spoken. Here are the best Pokemon to battle with, and why.

On Jul 23, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Here are the best guide maps so far for Pokémon Go

The Pokémon Go community has put together some wonderful tools to help on your Pokémon safaris.

On Jul 19, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Xbox One Slim gets an Aug. 2 release date, here’s what to expect

So begins the next phase in Xbox evolution.

On Jul 18, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Are legendary Pokémon Articuno, Moltres, and Zapdos in Pokémon Go?

Pokémon Go players are salivating for the chance to hunt for the game’s most powerful Pokémon.

On Jul 13, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Nintendo poised to take over the world with success of Pokémon Go

Nintendo's next breakaway success could have long-term ramifications on the future of the company.

On Jul 11, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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A complete beginner’s guide to Pokémon Go Gym battles

Learn the basics of battling.

On Jul 8, 2016 by Colette Bennett, Dennis Scimeca

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Pokémon Go: A beginner’s guide for getting started

Get the most out of Pokémon Go on day one.

On Jul 7, 2016 by Colette Bennett, Dennis Scimeca

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The creators of the celebrated Gone Home game are back with Tacoma

A new kind of story requires a new kind of storytelling.

On Jun 29, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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What’s new in The Division’s Underground expansion

This is a make or break moment for The Division.

On Jun 28, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Farpoint could be the first-person shooter that gets virtual reality right

A brand new controller may be the key to proper FPS games in VR.

On Jun 28, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Civilization 6 features radical changes that actually make sense

The changes for Civilization 6 are exciting.

On Jun 24, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Retro indie shooter Strafe is a game much smarter than it looks

All that blood lining the floor? It’s actually there for a reason.

On Jun 24, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Resident Evil 7 in virtual reality is a heart attack waiting to happen

Another example of how VR ups the fear factor.

On Jun 24, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Did Nintendo make a Gamergate reference in a new Paper Mario game?

Two unfortunately placed references spark immediate reaction from critics of Gamergate.

On Jun 22, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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Titanfall 2 amps up the chaos for its premiere on PlayStation 4

It’s faster, deadlier, and so far more enjoyable.

On Jun 21, 2016 by Dennis Scimeca

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