Trone Dowd
Trone Dowd is a video games writer at Inverse.
Trone is a journalist from Queens, NY. He’s spent a decade reporting on everything from New York City local and national politics to crime, race, and policing. He was a staff writer for several outlets including Vice News and the Queens Tribune. He’s also contributed to the New York Daily News, The City, Gothamist, and Crain’s.
In 2023, Trone began covering the games industry. When he’s not reporting or writing, there’s a good chance he’s listening to a podcast or watching a video essay about seminal pop culture moments, hip-hop, gaming, or pro wrestling.
Breaking Down Muse, Xbox's Generative AI Push
Microsoft’s AI push finally hits gaming.
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At long last.
Call of Duty's Greed Is Threatening Another Great Crossover
Be ready to shell out an arm and a leg.
Avowed Guide: Everything You Should Do Before Leaving Dawnshore
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A hope and a Dream.
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WarioWare meets Curb Your Enthusiasm.
Avowed's Funniest Quest: A Guide For Completing The Wasteland Courier
A trip in more ways than one.
'Avowed' Proves RPGs Don't Need To Be Excessive To Succeed
Inverse Score: 9/10
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The RPG’s memorable cast of companions is Obsidian’s strongest yet.
Everything You Need To Know About Avowed
The next big Obsidian RPG drops this week.
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There’s a solid foundation under the jaw-dropping aesthetic.
15 Years Ago, Bioshock 2 Avoided a Common Sequel Mistake
A gold standard in how to follow up on a groundbreaking narrative.
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Bethesda’s science fiction twist on its patented formula.
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There’s still plenty of reason to be a skeptic about this release date.
Metal Gear's Upcoming Remake Will Bring Back An Unlikely PlayStation Classic
Snake is back on the (monkey hunting) prowl.
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Raise a pint to one million.
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A new protagonist and a new setting for new audiences.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Can't Come Soon Enough
Sales for the original Switch may have officially peaked.
