Mike started writing about video games for Dan Hsu’s Bitmob as a community member, eventually becoming an intern and then a staff writer for the site. He has also written for EGM and GamePro. He is now among an elite group of the world’s greatest interns at GamesBeat.  (Once Mike wanted to tell a lie, but then he remembered that VentureBeat’s Ethic Statement obligated him to tell the truth).

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Borderlands 2 nearly perfects the blend of shooter and role-playing game (review)

Borderlands 2 doesn't stray far from the formula of its predecessor, but it's bigger and better in every way.

This Legend of Zelda-themed bedroom is the coolest bedroom

Take a look at every Legend of Zelda-decked wall in this incredible room inspired by the classic Nintendo fantasy franchise.

Dungeon master’s friends use crowdfunding to help pay for his brain surgery

Daniel Somerville's friends are offering his Dungeons and Dragons art to people who help pay his $450,000 in medical bills.

GamesBeat’s massive 92-character Street Fighter tournament: The deadly preliminaries!

Help us celebrate Street Fighter's 25th anniversary by picking the greatest World Warrior of all time in our massive 92-character tournament.

4 things gamers will appreciate in the new Wreck-It Ralph trailer

Gamers will find a lot to like in the new trailer for Disney's animated love letter to arcades, Wreck-It Ralph.

Fractured Soul is a clever, challenging platformer that requires all your brainpower (review)

Fractured Soul is special game for the 3DS eShop that's well worth your attention.

Spanish social gaming developer PlaySpace nabs $1.9 million in funding

PlaySpace, a developer of social games designed specifically for Spanish and Portuguese speaking markets, has secured $1.9 in funding.

These gorgeous gaming posters would look great on any player’s wall

Marinko Milosevski's beautiful posters pay homage to gaming classics like Ico, The Legend of Zelda series, and more.

Penny Arcade Expo goes international with Australia show

On top of the first international PAX, Penny Arcade also announced that next year's event in Seattle will last four days.

Nintendo to celebrate Kirby’s 20th anniversary by beating a silly world record

Nintendo is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for "most people blowing a chewing gum bubble simultaneously."

Behind the scenes (and the brutality) of Assassin’s Creed 3

This video gives a unique look at the making of Assassin's Creed 3 and offers insights from experts on its setting, The Revolutionary War.