Why He Joined The Direct
Jack joined The Direct to report on the next generation of video game consoles. He’s excited for the potential of the new consoles, and he hopes to connect with The Direct’s audience for some positive conversations about video games!
Jack's Favorite Video Game
The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part II are tied as Jack's favorite video games. These two stand out as important documents within the gaming industry. More so than other games, The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part II tell compelling stories that use gameplay in smart, innovative ways to progress their overall plots.
Jack's Favorite Video Game Moment
Jack's favorite video game moment is the giraffe sequence in The Last of Us. For Jack, this was a quiet, reflective scene that displayed the game’s theme of hope in a dark time.
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