Ben Calcote is an MMO journalist at Sportskeeda — a role that allows him to merge his love for research and writing with his passion for video games. While he attributes the former to his Classical History courses in college, he has been gaming since he was just six years old. To Ben, writing about video games comes naturally, and he equally prioritizes thorough research. He always consults multiple sources and filters out discrepancies so he can present accurate information to readers. Previously, Ben worked as a video editor and talent manager for YouTube and Twitch creators. <br /> <br /> Pokemon Sapphire was the first game that Ben played seriously, and he still has fond memories of his younger self unlocking difficult achievements. But, if he were to wake up inside a video game, it would have to be Final Fantasy XIV due to its pleasing aesthetics. Ben almost exclusively plays multiplayer titles, but he would recommend single-player RPGs like Red Dead Redemption, Final Fantasy 16, or Dragon Quest XI to beginners and skeptics. <br /> <br /> Streamer AvoidingThePuddle's commitment to only playing the games he enjoys, instead of chasing trends or money, inspires Ben and has taught him a lot about living simply and adopting a good mindset.<br /> <br /> Ben enjoys hiking, mountain biking, watching anime, and reading books on philosophy in his free time.
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