Lee D'Amato
Contributing since December, 2022
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Author Details
Lee D’Amato is a writer born, raised, and based in Queens, New York. He’s been writing since he could hold a crayon, and has been doing do professionally since 2020. Lee has covered a wide range of topics, including ancient history, affordable travel, and now game features for Screen Rant.
Industry Focus
Lee likes just about all games, although he’s got a soft spot for old school RPGs like the Final Fantasy series, Chrono Trigger and Dragon Quest, as well as horror franchises like Resident Evil and Fatal Frame. Action-adventure games like the Zelda series, Nier, and Bloodborne are up there, along with the occasional foray into MMOs and online FPS games.
Favorite Media
Some of Lee's all-time favorites include Final Fantasy VI, Final Fantasy XIV, Dragon Quest V, Metal Gear Solid 2, Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, the Kill the Past series, Monster Hunter Rise, Resident Evil 4, the Yakuza/Like a Dragon series, and Fallout: New Vegas.
Latest Articles
A Widely Ignored Baldur's Gate 3 Trick Could Save You Gold At The Merchant
In Baldur’s Gate 3, all that gold spent at merchants can add up. One easily overlooked trick can save thousands, even if it doesn’t always make sense.
Cyberpunk 2077 Hidden Dogtown Location Reveals More Lore About An Important Decision
A tiny, hidden area in Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty provides a wealth of backstory on an important quest character. Here’s how to find it.
The Legend of Zelda Games In 2024 Should Have You Worried
The Zelda series has had one hit after another the past few years, but its future is concerning. Here’s what to expect in the coming years, and why.
Does Baldur's Gate 3 Really Have 17,000 Endings?
It’s been said that Baldur’s Gate 3 has 17,000 different endings, but how true is that claim? An interview sheds some light on BG3’s many conclusions.
One Mysterious Part Of Red Dead Redemption 2 Is Still Scarier Than Most Horror Games
RDR2 usually keeps its supernatural elements at arm’s length, but one mystery is truly terrifying. Here’s how to find it, and how it came to be.
10 Things Baldur's Gate 3 Should've Borrowed From D&D (But Didn't)
Baldur’s Gate 3 isn’t a perfect D&D adaptation. Here are ten things it could’ve borrowed from tabletop Dungeons & Dragons, but chose not to.
10 Zelda: TOTK Characters Who Should Definitely Appear In Future Games
Zelda characters often recur, and TOTK introduces a lot of fun new personalities. Here are some characters who should come back for the next game.
10 Biggest Questions FF7: Rebirth Will Have To Answer
FF7 Rebirth has a lot of pressing questions to answer, and a lot of timeline issues to resolve. Here are some plot points it needs to address.
Ark: Survival Ascended Reintroduces Popular Game Mode
Ark: Survival Ascended is finally restoring one of the most popular game modes from the original Survival Evolved. Find out how and when.
Pokémon Indigo Disk DLC Isn't The End Of Scarlet & Violet's Story After All
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s story isn’t over yet; there’s a new adventure coming to the Kitakami region. Here’s everything to know about the update.
Starfield: Should You Side With The Crimson Fleet or Sys Def?
Starfield’s conflict between the UC and Crimson Fleet factions eventually comes to a head, and you have to pick a side. But which one is better?
Which Way You Should Fight The Elite Four In Pokémon Indigo Disk (& Why)
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s Indigo Disk DLC has its own set of Elite Four challenges. Players can battle them in any order, but which one is best?
Every Connection Between Hideo Kojima's OD & Silent Hill (So Far)
The trailer for Hideo Kojima and Jordan Peele’s OD appears to contain some sneaky references to Silent Hill. Here’s what that could mean.
Rising Tide DLC Will Finally Explain One Of FF16’s Biggest Mysteries
Yoshi-P has confirmed that FF16’s second DLC, Rising Tide, will tackle a gap left intentionally in the main game’s plot. Here’s what to expect.
Should You Side With Gortash Or Kill Him In Baldur's Gate 3?
Gortash seems like an irredeemable villain in Baldur’s Gate 3, but there are benefits to siding with him. Here are the complexities of Gortash’s deal.
Will GTA 6’s Leonida Connect To Red Dead Redemption 2’s Map?
GTA 6 has the best opportunity yet to make the series’ connections with Red Dead Redemption explicit. But will it really join the two maps?
Pokémon Indigo Disk Has The Strongest Trainer Ever, Even Beating Cynthia
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s Indigo Disk DLC reveals the series’ strongest trainer ever. Here’s who it is, and what makes them so powerful.
Is Ark: Survival Ascended Worth Playing If You Enjoyed Evolved?
Ark: Survival Ascended is a ground-up remake of Ark: Survival Evolved, but is it worth upgrading? Here are the pros and cons for current players.
Skip Side Quests In Avatar: Frontiers Of Pandora Until This Feature Unlocks
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora contains countless side quests, but they’re better off tackled after a certain feature is unlocked. Here’s how.
10 Best Horror Games Of 2023
2023 was a standout year for horror games. Here are the best horror games of 2023, based on critical reviews, player opinion, and awards recognition.