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Anthony Taormina

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Game Rant Editor in Chief // Here to talk about pop culture, being a dad, and Cinnabon. Contact: anthony[at]gamerant[dot]com

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · Nov 21

Hi, I'm Anthony! I love and talk about a lot of different things like video games, movies, TV, tech, theme parks, food, being a dad, and cats. If you want to hear random musings on any/all of those topics then you've come to the right place!

Anthony Taormina with his cat Richard Parker sleeping behind him

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 16h

The new leveling update for Pokemon GO brought a ton of positives to the game, but it highlighted a problem that still plagues it to this day.

Pokemon GO Leveling Update Just Highlighted a Big Problem with the Game

The Pokemon GO leveling update brought a lot of positives to the mobile game, but it also pointed out a major flaw.

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 20h

It's interesting. For me the new battle system in Pokemon Legends Z-A is more engaging and interesting. But for my son, who is new to the series, it is more challenging because he has to make quick decisions.

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 1d

Anybody else’s knees sound like a bag of dice when walking down stairs. Or is it just me?

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 2d

It is time!

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 2d

I can't show my son this photo. The betrayal by Thanos!

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 5d

I’ve always enjoyed the Pokemon games but Legends Z-A is a big one because it’s the first I can play with my son. This weekend we are going to be catching em all!

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 6d

Embrace the sprint and dodge. Unlock upgrades that make you stronger. Be patient with attacks

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 6d

Got my first two finished runs of Hades 2 and I think that solidified this as my favorite of the two games.

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 7d

He’s becoming trick shot obsessed

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 8d

I kept waiting for the big rug pull in Peacemaker's Season Finale and it never came. Pretty disappointed with the episode, but I liked most of the season.

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 9d

I feel like I have been drowning in excellent video games this whole year and there have been no opportunities to come up for air. It's a good problem to have, but I'd love to finish some of these games. lol

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 10d

I know Hades 2 is the new hotness but don't sleep on Absolum. I've been obsessed with it for the last few weeks. It's a roguelike beat-em-up with beautiful art, satisfying combat, a killer soundtrack, and a very compelling loop.

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 14d

Nerf means business these days

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 16d

Even the AI email summary feels my pain

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 16d

Our best card from the new Deluxe Ex set in Pokemon TCG Pocket!

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 18d

It’s Jog-a-thon time! My son is gathering donations for his school in order to fund art, science, PE, and more. And in return he promises to run really fast!

Aidan T | 2025 Green Elementary Jog-a-Thon | FundHub

I am lacing up my sneakers and running my best at my school's Fall Jog-a-Thon! This event raises money for me and my classmates to continue to be enriched with STEM, Art, PE and other programs that…

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 18d

Ghost of Yotei is drop dead gorgeous. Here’s the first hour! gamerant.com/video/ghost-...

Ghost of Yōtei - First Hour of Gameplay

Take a look at the first hour of Atsu's journey from Sucker Punch's latest game: Ghost of Yōtei.

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 18d

The new Mega Evolution Pokemon TCG set has some of the prettiest cards. What did we pull in our massive unboxing?! Check the video to find out:

Pokemon Mega Evolution Set Unboxing - Game Rant Mailbag

Anthony Taormina unboxes and opens the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Set. This includes the elite trainer box, a booster bundle, a build and battle set, and a whole booster pack.

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 18d

I can now say I was in Las Vegas for #CODNext! Got plenty of hands on time with Black OPs 7 multiplayer in a venue that was something else.

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 19d

I sure hope Mass Effect 4 survives all this

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 20d

A little desert excursion for #CODNext

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 24d

Wolverine, GTA 6, Fable (maybe), and Judas (hoping) in 2026?!

If ever there was a "I need to stay alive to experience this year's worth of games" situation. This is it!

Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 24d

Surprise! That visit to Paris was to play Pokemon Legends Z-A in the Eiffel Tower. What is my life?!

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 25d

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Borderlands 4 Delayed Indefinitely on Nintendo Switch 2

Gearbox announces that Borderlands 4 has been delayed from its October 3 release date on Nintendo Switch 2.

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Anthony Taormina @anthonyt.bsky.social · 26d

I love that Kojima is just like "I don't really have much of a game here, but I'm going to reveal what I can."