Cat Bussell

Cat Bussell

Freelance contributor

An editor and freelance journalist, Cat Bussell has been writing about video games for more than four years and, frankly, she’s developed a taste for it. As seen on TechRadar, Technopedia, The Gamer, Wargamer, and SUPERJUMP, Cat’s reviews, features, and guides are lovingly curated for your reading pleasure.


A Cambridge graduate, recovering bartender, and Cloud Strife enjoyer, Cat’s foremost mission is to bring you the best coverage she can, whether that’s through helpful guides, even-handed reviews, or thought-provoking features. She’s interviewed indie darlings, triple-A greats, and legendary voice actors, all to help you get closer to the action. When she’s not writing, Cat can be found sticking her neck into a fresh RPG or running yet another Dungeons & Dragons game.

Articles by: Cat Bussell

Withers, the emissary of Jergal up close

This Baldur's Gate 3 exploit makes ultra-difficult Honor Mode way easier

By Cat Bussell published

It looks as though there's a surprisingly smart work-around that makes Baldur's Gate 3's Honor Mode far less scary.

Quan Chi faces off with Peacemaker in Mortal Kombat 1

New Mortal Kombat 1 trailer gives us Quan Chi's release date and shows off another Peacemaker teaser

By Cat Bussell published

Mortal Kombat 1's latest trailer shows off evil sorcerer Quan Chi, giving us a release date and a teaser for DC's Peacemaker.

The wizard Lorroakan in the middle of a pompous molologue

Someone has already beaten Baldur's Gate 3's new hardest mode in under 40 minutes

By Cat Bussell published

A speedrunner has completed Baldur's Gate 3's mind-bogglingly difficult Honor Mode in under 40 minutes.

Shadowheart looking at a mysterious magical artefact in an overcast forest

Shadowheart's Baldur's Gate 3 arc is a queer "allegory" says her voice actor

By Cat Bussell published

Exclusive Jennifer English, the voice of Shadowheart, opens up about the queer experiences at the heart of her performance.

Shadowheart, Lae'zel and the Dark Urge spliced together

‘This game is yours’ - the voices of Lae’zel, Shadowheart, and the narrator open up about the ‘invaluable’ journey of Baldur’s Gate 3

By Cat Bussell published

Exclusive We spoke with Jennifer English, Devora Wilde, and Amelia Tyler about what it means to be part of the gaming pantheon.

Shadowheart dressed in her purple epilogue outfit

Baldur's Gate 3 devs are "actively working on improving kisses for all romanceable companions"

By Cat Bussell published

Patch 5 may have brought new epilogues, but Larian has promised better kisses across the board in Baldur's Gate 3.

An armed man walks away from a muscle car

Grand Theft Auto Trilogy joins Netflix's game library

By Cat Bussell published

Grand Theft Auto Trilogy – The Definitive Edition will join Netflix's subscription service in December.

Horde Faction in Warcraft Rumble

Warcraft Rumble proved me wrong about auto battlers

By Cat Bussell published

Warcraft Rumble’s depth and charm brought me around to a genre I’d snubbed for years.

Snake in Metal Gear Solid Master Collection VOlume 1

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 patch fixes broken PS4 Trophies and other 'minor issues'

By Cat Bussell published

A new patch for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 fixes broken PS4 Trophies but some bugs still remain.

A soldier firing an LMG as explosions go off behind them

Warzone's silliest glitch is back in Modern Warfare 3 as Call of Duty devs pursue fix

By Cat Bussell published

The infamous 'Warzone snake glitch' has reared its head in Modern Warfare 3 leading to hilarious clips and frustrated players.

The Baldur's Gate 3 Deluxe physical edition

Baldur's Gate 3 dev urges fans to "skip" scalpers and confirms that the physical Deluxe Edition won't have a limited run

By Cat Bussell published

Baldur's Gate 3's physical Deluxe Edition won't be limited run, confirms Larian Studios' director of publishing Michael Douse.

The Gaia skin up close with a red background

Modern Warfare 3's notorious Gaia skin is finally getting fixed

By Cat Bussell published

Sledgehammer Games has pledged to disable the controversial skin ahead of a fix for how it obscures player silhouettes.

Snake in Metal Gear Solid Master Collection VOlume 1

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 on PC now has crouch walking thanks to modders

By Cat Bussell published

Modders have introduced crouch walking to Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 on PC and it's probably murder on Snake's back.

Payday 3, Dead Island 2 and Remnant 2 in tryptych

Embracer Group has laid off over 900 people in the last three months but reports "one of our strongest quarters for new releases ever"

By Cat Bussell published

A new investor earnings report claims Embracer has laid a "foundation for organic growth" despite layoffs.

A quiet forest in World of Warcraft Seeds of Renewal

Blizzard reveals more about its plans for World of Warcraft's upcoming Seeds of Renewal patch

By Cat Bussell published

Blizzard has revealed more details about World of Warcraft's upcoming 10.2.5 patch including ambitious plans for Dragonriding.

Yuna Rikku and Paine on their airship posing dramatically

Final Fantasy 10-2 at 20: how breaking the series’ golden rule changed Final Fantasy forever

By Cat Bussell published

On the 20th anniversary of Final Fantasy 10-2’s North American release weekend, we look back at this paradoxical RPG and how it reshaped the series.

A squad engages in a close-quarters street fight

Military sim Arma Reforger leaves early access

By Cat Bussell published

Developer Bohemia Interactive has announced that multiplayer FPS military sim Arma Reforger has left early access.

Erina faces off with a footsoldier

Persona 5 Tactica is missing the best thing about the series

By Cat Bussell published

Persona 5 Tactica is a fun strategy game incapable of capturing the emotional weight of its predecessor.

Baldur's Gate 3 keyart with Astarion, Shadowheart, and Lae'zel

Baldur's Gate 3's upcoming physical release promises to "fill your mantelpiece with feelies while you fill your heart with adventure"

By Cat Bussell published

Baldur's Gate 3 is getting its own deluxe physical release and it's full of goodies and treats.

Karlach speaks to Tav about murder

Baldur's Gate 3 loophole lets you complete Wyll's quest to kill Karlach without actually killing her

By Cat Bussell published

Turns out there's a way to complete Wyll's quest to kill Karlach without permanently ending everyone's favorite Barbarian.

Resistance HQ

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora already has two DLC story packs in the works

By Cat Bussell published

Upcoming sci-fi adventure Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora gets new season pass details including plans for story DLC.

Erina leads a Triple Threat attack

Persona 5 Tactica review - caught in the crossfire

By Cat Bussell published

Review Persona 5 Tactica is a rich strategy title that will delight fans of the original but may leave newcomers out of their depth.

Sigrun gives orders to her Stormcast Eternals

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin review - fighting fantasy

By Cat Bussell published

Review The first RTS in the Age of Sigmar universe is accessible, slick, and well-designed. However, the unadventurous combat mechanics will leave genre veterans in the cold.

Lara Croft, Tomb Raider Magic: The Gathering card art

Tomb Raider to get the Magic: The Gathering treatment in surprise crossover

By Cat Bussell published

The iconic Tomb Raider series is getting its own Magic: The Gathering cards as part of a special Secret Lair set.

Baldur's Gate 3

Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke hopes "there will be more games" like Baldur's Gate 3

By Cat Bussell published

After months of critical success for Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke hopes for more CRPGs in future.

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