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.
'Monster Hunter Wilds' Is a Bold Vision For the Series’ Future
Inverse Score: 8/10
Split Fiction Reveals The Hunger For Co-op Games
More couch.
Monster Hunter Wilds Producer Says Story Focus Contributed to Its Success
The winds of change.
23 Years Later, Mario Needs to Look to Its Most Creative Game For Inspiration
Mario needs a new job.
Death Stranding 2 Is Already Playing With Kojima’s Metal Gear Timeline
Snake!?
Why Do We Still Not Have a Daredevil Game?
It’s past time.
Monster Hunter Wilds: How to Craft Traps and Capture Monsters
Be a nice hunter.
'Marvel Rivals' New Mode Is the Perfect Kind of Chaos
Get ready.
Sega Is Doubling Down on Its Smartest Move in Years
A smart investment.
PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added a Definitive Sonic the Hedgehog Adventure
The blue blur’s best.
Age of Mythology’s Immortal Pillars Expansion Makes an All-Time Classic Even Better
A bold new pantheon.
Absolum Devs on Why Beat ‘em Ups and Roguelikes are a Match Made in Heaven
A new challenger.
'Absolum' Is 'Streets Of Rage' Meets 'Hades,' And I'm Already Obsessed
A new cult classic?
20 Years Ago, the Most Radical Action Game Changed the Genre Forever
Slick and stylish.
Pokémon Legends Z-A Looks Like the Series' Most Exciting Game in a Decade
The one we’ve been waiting for.
Video Game History Deserves Better Than Corporations Squandering It
Lost to time.
'The Witcher 4' Devs Say 'Tough Choices' Will Be Just as Important
Buckle up.
The Best Strategy Game Of 2025 Is Also The Wackiest
Inverse Score: 9/10
'Monster Hunter Wilds': Dual Blades Weapon Guide
Two for the price of one.
'Monster Hunter Wilds' Biggest Surprise Is Its Shockingly Emotional Story
Two steps forward.
