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About Amanda Hurych
Amanda Hurych loves to read, write, and play video games...and that's about all there is to her.
Industry Focus
Amanda is a lead editor for the site. She's happiest helping writers get to write about the games they enjoy and welcoming them to new initiatives.
Favorite Games
Amanda is an avid fan of Halo, Risk of Rain 2, and PowerWash Simulator. She can often be found replaying Silent Cartographer in Halo CE, attempting another Monsoon run in RoR2, and proclaiming the awesomeness of PowerWash Simulator to every single one of her coworkers.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
Amanda is absolutely proud of how much PowerWash Simulating she's done thus far.
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Best Local Co-Op & Split-Screen Games On Xbox Game Pass
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July 2025's Best Games on Xbox Game Pass
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Best FPS Games On Xbox Game Pass
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The 72-Hour Window: What Happens When A Game Studio Drops A Surprise Update
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The Best RPGs on Game Pass to Kick Off Your Summer With
With so many options on Xbox Game Pass, here are our picks for the best RPGS live on the platform right now.

The 10 Best Games On Xbox Game Pass For June 2025
With so many games available for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, it can be hard to know which ones are the cream of the crop.

Valnet: Embracing Our Role In Giving Opportunities To First-Time Writers
At Valnet, we're proud of our history in giving writers the chances they needed to grow into amazing journalists and editors.

What Really Goes Into A Ranking List On Game Rant
Game Rant publishes a lot of ranked lists, and we break down how we go about ranking games in these kinds of articles!

How Our Brands Balance Speed And Accuracy In Breaking News
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What Went Into The Creation Of Maps On Game Rant And TheGamer
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Our Favorite Gaming Articles On ScreenRant This Week
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Valnet’s Mission To Quantify Content Value
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The Visual Evolution of Game Rant: How the Site Has Grown and Changed Over the Years
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Meet the Team Fueling Valnet’s Flagship Gaming Publication: Game Rant
GR dissects releases at midnight, playtests out of pure obsession, and crafts coverage that speaks gamer-to-gamer. Meet the team behind the screen!

Best Indie Games On Xbox Game Pass
The collection of indie games available on Xbox Game Pass are stellar, and here is a look at the best titles you can play.

Best RPGs On Xbox Game Pass You Must Play
Xbox Game Pass has many fantastic titles from varying genres, and here is a look at the best RPGs the service has to offer.

Xbox Game Pass: How To Subscribe And What Games Are Available
Xbox Game Pass packs a lot of value into its subscription model — here are all the details you need to know, from price to recently added games.

Best Multiplayer Games On Xbox Game Pass
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