Derek Nichols
Editor/Writer
Contributing since March, 2015
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About Derek Nichols
Derek's love of games came at an early age when his parents first brought home the Nintendo Entertainment System. From then on, countless nights were spent hunting ducks, stomping turtles, exploring far off planets, and combing through dungeons with a trusty sword and shield. Originally growing up exclusively with Nintendo products, Derek's perspective grew to include other platforms ranging from Sony, to Microsoft, the PC, and more. As his views and opinions grew, so did the desire to connect with other players and video game fans. In 2011, his writing adventure began at his personal blog, eventually joining up with the Game Rant crew in 2015. He currently covers everything from features and guides, to the latest breaking video game news.
Favorite Games
Plenty of games from a variety of generations, like Super Metroid, BioShock, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, and many more.
Industry Focus
Gaming
Latest Articles
Pokemon GO Player Catches Shockingly Rare Legendary 'Nundo'
A Pokemon GO player shows off not only one of the more rare legendary Pokemon available in game, but also one with a surprising stat line.
Useful Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Zombies Video Makes Tier 3 Contracts Easy
One Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 player shares a guide on how to make Tier 3 contracts in the Zombies mode much easier than normal.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Player Discovers Incredible Use For Comm Scrambler
One Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 player finds a creative and shocking use for the comm scrambler field upgrade in stopping a powerful killstreak.
Destiny 2: Xur Exotic Armor, Weapon, and Recommendations for November 24
Here is the scoop on where to find Xur in Destiny 2, what exotic and legendary items are on sale and whether any are worth the shards.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Shipment Release Date Confirmed
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 players now know exactly then the Shipment map is making its highly anticipated return thanks to a recent update.
Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition Announced
After a surprise announcement at Evo 2023, Iron Galaxy reveals Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition alongside a huge character balance update.
Destiny 2 Details Big Stasis Changes for All Classes
Bungie announces major changes coming to all Destiny 2 Stasis subclasses in Season of the Wish and continuing into The Final Shape.
Sledgehammer Games Responds to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 'Snaking 2.0' Exploit
Sledgehammer Games updates Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 players on a potential fix for a new "Snaking 2.0" exploit ruining matches.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Releases First Update
Nintendo releases the first update for Super Mario Bros Wonder including bug fixes and other quality of life tweaks to improve the experience.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Confirms the Return of Fan Favorite Map
While answering fan questions, Sledgehammer Games confirms the return of a fan favorite map to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.
Call of Duty Fans Have Idea to Improve Modern Warfare 3 Map Voting Feature
One Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 fans shares an idea they believe would further enhance the map voting feature for multiplayer.
Destiny 2: Xur Exotic Armor, Weapon, and Recommendations for November 17
Here is the scoop on where to find Xur in Destiny 2, what exotic and legendary items are on sale and whether any are worth the shards.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Glitch Lets You Get on Terminal Roof
A newly discovered Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 glitch gives players a major advantage when competing on the Terminal multiplayer map.
Destiny 2 Lost Sectors Get More Rewarding in Season 23
Bungie announces changes to Lost Sectors in Destiny 2, making them more rewarding for players who complete them on higher difficulties.
Assassin's Creed Mirage December Update Adding Fan Favorite Features
Ubisoft teases new features coming to Assassin's Creed Mirage in December including the arrival of two fan requested features.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Reveals Season Pass and DLC Plans
Ubisoft reveals post-launch plans for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora including details on the Season Pass and two story expansion packs
Hilarious Overwatch 2 Clip Shows Lifeweaver Sending Mauga to 'Jail'
After attempting to save Muaga during an Overwatch 2 match, a Lifeweaver player accidentally causes the teammate to hilariously glitch out.
Strange Overwatch 2 Bug Is Trapping Players In an Invisible Box
A bizarre bug is trapping Overwatch 2 players inside a tiny and invisible box, leaving them unable to escape and an easy target for the enemy team.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Players Are Running Into Issues Finishing Challenges
Following the launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, players are reporting a frustrating bug associated with daily challenges.
Destiny 2: Xur Exotic Armor, Weapon, and Recommendations for November 10
Here is the scoop on where to find Xur in Destiny 2, what exotic and legendary items are on sale and whether any are worth the shards.