Lee D'Amato
274 articles published since December 06, 2022
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.
One D&D Mechanic Would See Dwarves As The Ultimate Heroes In Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 misses out on one tiny, but significant lore detail from D&D that could’ve turned dwarves into the game’s greatest heroes.
10 Hilarious Baldur’s Gate 3 Party Comps For Maximum Chaos
Baldur’s Gate 3 lets you get really weird (and often overpowered) with creative party composition. Here are some of the wildest combos to try.
One Of Baldur’s Gate 3’s Hardest Bosses Can Be Beaten With A Simple Trick
A glitch or a programming oversight makes it possible to beat a late-game boss in Act One of Baldur’s Gate 3. Here’s how to pull it off.
10 Hidden New Locations In Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty DLC & 2.0 Update
Cyberpunk’s map has some great secrets if you know where to look. Here are the coolest hidden locations in the 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty DLC.
10 Biggest Game-Breaking Exploits In Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 lets you get away with a lot. Here’s how to pull off some of the most powerful, game-breaking exploits in the Forgotten Realms.
Should You Enter The Planecaster In Baldur's Gate 3?
During the githyanki crèche questline in Baldur’s Gate 3, Vlaakith asks you to enter the Planecaster and kill her prisoner. Here’s what this affects.
What Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Deal Really Means
The decision in FTC v. Microsoft is historic for the video game industry, but for those who don't have a law degree, it can be hard to understand.
Baldur's Gate 3: Should You Let Volo Remove Your Eye?
Volo the blustering bard will offer to help with your parasite problem in Baldur’s Gate 3. But is his makeshift ocular surgery really worth the risks?
Forza Motorsport Starting Cars: Should You Choose Ford, Honda, Or Subaru?
Forza Motorsport lets you choose one of three starting cars: a Ford Mustang GT, a Honda Civic Type R, and a Subaru STI S209. But which one is best?
10 Baldur’s Gate 3 Puzzles Your IRL Intelligence Isn’t High Enough For
Baldur’s Gate 3 tests brain as well as brawn, providing a series of challenging puzzles for players to solve. Here’s how to solve the hardest ones.
Nintendo's Weirdest 3DS Game May Finally Be Back From The Dead
New trademark filing information suggests that Nintendo could be plotting a new sequel or Switch port for its weirdest 3DS title. Here’s what we know.
Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty DLC: Should You Kill Or Save Katya In Spy In The Jungle?
Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty puts you in charge of the final decision over former SovOil interrogator Katya. Here’s what the choice affects.
When Are LEGO Animal Crossing Sets Coming Out? Release Date Details Explained
LEGO Animal Crossing sets are due to release in just a few months, but when exactly is an entirely different story. Here’s what to expect.
Baldur's Gate 3: Should You Help Or Kill Thrumbo?
Baldur’s Gate 3 lets you side with either a mummy lord or his zombie thralls. Whether you choose Thrumbo or Mystic Carrion, here’s what to expect.
Every Character You Can Save In Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty DLC
A lot of the main cast is at risk during Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, but it’s possible to save most of them if you play your cards right.
Baldur's Gate 3: Should You Become An Unholy Assassin Or Kill Sarevok?
Baldur’s Gate 3 requires you to choose between joining a cult of Unholy Assassins, or killing its leader. Here’s what happens at the Murder Tribunal.
Lies Of P: Should You Kill Sophia Or Give Her Peace?
Lies of P sets Sophia up as your greatest ally, but gives you the opportunity to kill her in its final chapter. Here’s what you should do.
10 Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty Choices That Matter Most
Not every choice in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty matters, but many of them do have major consequences. Here’s what to watch out for.
Assassin's Creed Mirage Ending Explained (In Detail)
The ending of Assassin’s Creed Mirage closes the book on one stage of Basim’s life, and marks the beginning of another. Here’s how it all wraps up.
Should You Give Your Heart To Geppetto In Lies Of P?
Near the end of Lies of P, Gepetto asks for your heart. Whether you give it to him determines what happens next, as well as the game’s ending.