Hayes Madsen
Hayes Madsen is the Video Game Trends Writer for Inverse’s gaming section where he covers the most buzzworthy events and controversies in the industry — along with some of the most compelling community stories.
Hayes has more than 10 years of experience in journalism with a special focus on entertainment and the video game industry.
Diablo 4 Is Too Much of a Good Thing
Fun and frustration alike.
'Tears of the Kingdom's Final Boss Is a Letdown
A demonic to-do list.
'Tears of the Kingdom' Reveals a Surprising Truth About the Zelda Timeline
Live in the moment.
Here’s Exactly When You Can Finally Play 'Diablo IV'
Return to hell.
How to Unlock All 4 Great Fairy Fountains in Tears of the Kingdom
Great expectations.
'Spider-Man 2’s Latest Trailer Sets Up a Heartbreaking Showdown
Miles’s big moment.
'Infamous' Remains Electrifying 14 Years Later
A super time.
'Dragon's Dogma II' Could Finally Deliver on the Original Game’s Vision
We’re going to the Moon!
'Spider-Man 2's Most Interesting Feature Is Straight Outta 'GTA 5'
Swapping Spideys.
How to Find and Activate All 15 Skyview Towers in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Mapping the realm.
The Best PlayStation Exclusive of the Last Decade Finally Hit PS Plus
A perfect pair.
6 Best Places to Find Diamonds in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Diamonds are Link’s best friend.
'Tears of the Kingdom's Thrilling Ending, Explained
Spoilers ahead! Obviously.
A 'Jedi Survivor' Sequel Can Bring Back Star Wars’ Most Ambitious Concept
Shades of gray.
'Tears of the Kingdom’s Best New Mechanic Could Change the Series Forever
Link and company.
8 Essential Arrow Fusions to Use in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Furious Fletching.
3 Places to Look for Hestu in 'Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom'
Shalaka!
'Tears of the Kingdom' Best Weapons and Shields to Fuse ASAP
Fuse your way to success.
How to Solve the Bouncy Mayaumekis Shrine in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Downward Force.
When Does 'Tears of the Kingdom’ Take Place? How It Complicates Zelda Canon
Lost in time.