Screen Rant

Matthew Wilcox-Author

Matthew Wilcox

Author

March, 2019
Pokémon, The Legend of Zelda
  • 616
    articles
  • 192
    News
  • 394
    Features
  • 19
    Lists
  • 2
    Guides
  • 9
    Other

Page 2

About Matthew Wilcox

Matthew Wilcox has previously worked as a Bid Writer and Proofreader. He has an MA in Creative Writing from Aberystwyth University, and enjoys both reading and writing in a variety of genres. In his spare time, he also likes to collect trading cards and walk the dog in the countryside near his home.

Industry Focus

Matthew currently works for Screen Rant as a freelance Gaming Features writer. He has been writing for Screen Rant since early 2022, and he enjoys covering interesting details about popular titles as well as speculating on what may be coming in the next big releases. He mainly covers The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon, alongside other subjects on occasion.

Favorite Media

Matthew is an avid gamer, and enjoys playing RPGs, puzzle games, and visual novels. He is a particularly big fan of major Nintendo series like Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda, as well as some more brain-teasing titles like Professor Layton. His favorite game to play is The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Latest

A Pokemon character thinking with Lumiose City from Pokemon Legends Z-A
There’s Only One Way For Pokémon Legends: Z-A To Earn Its Title

The premise of Pokémon Legends: Z-A does not quite fit its title, but careful handling of one in-game element will still be able to resolve this.

Pokemon models from Pokemon Colosseum and a Nintendo Switch 2
Forget Generation 5, These Pokémon Side Games Deserve Their Own Remakes

Two impressive Pokémon side-games that have long since become nearly impossible to play arguably deserve remakes more than the Gen 5 core games.

1
Breath of the Wild's Link standing alongside a horse, with Link from A Link to the Past in front.
I Just Discovered BOTW Delivered On A Zelda Promise Miyamoto Made In 1994

An obscure interview given by Shigeru Miyamoto proves that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild follows the franchise’s earliest ideals.

AZ from Legends Z-A
Forget AZ, Pokémon Legends: Z-A Might be Hiding Another Immortal

AZ may have been revealed as part of Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s cast, but the franchise also provides the perfect set-up for a second immortal NPC.

1
The Pokémon Legends: Z-A female protagonist in front of a Sword Shield Pokémon Center, with a Rotomi Terminal visible in the background.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Has The Perfect Reason To Revive One Gen 8 Feature

A small but interesting feature found in Pokémon’s Generation 8 games could find new life if it is now implemented in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

1
Zygarde surrounded by energy in its 100% Forme and Lumiose City from Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
I'm Convinced Zygarde's Appearance In Pokémon Legends: Z-A Will Spell Disaster For Lumiose City

Considering the lore established for Zygarde, its presence in Pokémon Legends: Z-A actually suggests Lumiose City is on the brink of disaster.

1
The female protagonist from Pokémon Legends: Z-A using Mega Evolution and Nemona posing with a Poké Ball.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Having Real-Time Action Battles Should Tell You Everything You Need To Know About Gen 10 Combat

Pokémon Legends: Z-A introduces a new battle system to the franchise that will likely prove to be extremely influential on future titles.

1
MasterSword
Don’t Take This: I’m Convinced Zelda’s Master Sword Is Hiding A Dark Side

The Master Sword may be a powerful weapon against the forces of evil, but the Zelda franchise has also hinted at it having its own dark side.

4
Mario thinking while looking up at the Nintendo Switch Online logo, with a range of NSO games in the background.
Nintendo’s Switch Online Change Might Not Affect You, But It Sets A Disappointing Precedent

An change to the Nintendo Switch Online service is very disappointing, and while it may not affect many people it might set a new standard.

The Pokémon Legends: Z - A female protagonist, male rival Urbain, and a Switch 2 console.
Pokémon Legends: Z - A’s Vague Release Window Is Great News For Switch 2

The recent Pokémon Presents only gave a vague release window for Pokémon Legends: Z - A, but this has some interesting implications for the Switch 2.

1
Sad character from Stardew Valley with an event
Stardew Valley 1.6 Is Great, But We're Still Missing The Most Obvious Fix

Stardew Valley is missing a feature that would have been a perfect addition to the game’s 1.6 update, and is very notable for its continued absence.

Link looking shocked with a scared Zelda and a Sheikah Tower from Breath of the Wild in the background
Almost A Decade After BOTW, I'm Just Now Realizing Which Mechanic Killed Link The Most

There is one feature in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild that is surprisingly deadly for Link even when compared to the rest of the game.

3
FNAF 1 animatronics with the security office
A FNAF Remake Would Have A Huge Opportunity To Completely Change The Game

After a decade of the FNAF franchise growing, there are many reasons why a remake of the first game could become something truly special.

Professors Sada and Turo with Koraidon and Miraidon behind them.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Set Up Two Incredible Alternate Worlds That Beg To Be Explored

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have provided the perfect set-up for a pair of intriguing alternate worlds for a side game to use as its setting.

1
Link looking serious with the Master Sword
One Missing Moment In The Zelda Timeline Could Explain A Huge Unaddressed Plot Point

Examining the events of the Zelda timeline shows there is a major unexplained detail that has never been explained in any of the games affected.

1
Princess Zelda with the Sheikah Slate and Breath of the Wild's Hyrule in the background.
8 Years After Beating BOTW, I'm Just Now Realizing The Real-World Inspiration For The Sheikah Slate

The Sheikah Slate is an iconic feature in Breath of the Wild, but what some may not realize is that the item has a very specific inspiration.

11
Elden Ring Nightregin protagonist
Is Elden Ring Nightreign Single-Player?

Elden Ring Nightreign is based around three-player cooperative gameplay, but that alone does not exclude an accompanying single-player mode.

Pokemon Cards From Twilight Masquerade
The 20 Most Valuable Pokémon TCG Twilight Masquerade Cards (& How Much They're Worth)

The Pokémon TCG’s Twilight Masquerade set includes several beautiful rare cards with striking illustrations that are worth quite a bit.

Animal Crossing character shocked and happy with a Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch 2 Isn’t Just A Huge Opportunity For Animal Crossing, It’s Also A Major Threat

Animal Crossing is sure to receive a game on Nintendo Switch 2, but the new console may also pose a danger to the future of the franchise.

6
FNAF Secret Of The Mimic creepy characters
FNAF: Secret Of The Mimic Is Setting Up The Best Jumpscare Opportunity Yet

New details for Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic show that the game could have some of the franchise’s most brilliant jumpscares.