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Biography

As Digital Trends' Senior Gaming Editor, Giovanni Colantonio oversees all things video games at Digital Trends. As a veteran of the industry who first began writing about games professionally as a teenager, Giovanni brings a wealth of knowledge and historical context to Digital Trends' gaming coverage. He brings that expertise to everything he writes, from interview features to reviews. His specialty is criticism and he's committed to raising the bar for video game reviews. Just read his ambitious UFO 50 review as proof! Giovanni majored in Film and Photography at Ithaca College, and that skill set had intersected with his games writing through his career. He previously worked as a Segment Producer on Polygon's daily gaming show, Speedrun, and has contributed video content for sites like Prima Games and Hard Drive. He's always willing to experiment with new media, whether that be via podcasts or creating videos for Digital Trends' YouTube channel. He has previously written for Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He began working with Digital Trends in 2019 as a Destiny 2 guides contributor before moving into his current role as Senior Editor. His love of gaming dates back decades. Giovanni grew up in Massachusetts with his mother's hand-me-down Atari 2600. He was hooked from that point on, spending his childhood obsessively playing Sega Genesis or Super Smash Bros. Melee with his friends. He carried that passion into college, where he hosted and produced Ithaca College's own studio format video game news show. Since then, he has been committed to giving back to the video game industry that raised him by providing honest criticism, sharp analysis, and thorough coverage. Giovanni is currently based in Brooklyn, New York where he works alongside his cat, Mirah. On weekends, you can find him birdwatching in local parks or watching professional wrestling, his second love behind gaming.

Content

Total articles 3152

• Available on paid plans

  These are the Nintendo Switch 2 sequels I really want to see

  By Giovanni Colantonio Verified

  Apr. 15, 2025

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  Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a good reminder that 2D games still rule

  By Giovanni Colantonio Verified

  Apr. 16, 2025

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  If you love 2D platformers, you can’t miss Bionic Bay

  By Giovanni Colantonio Verified

  Apr. 16, 2025

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Company Info

Digital Trends

Digital Trends Media Group is a leading multimedia publishing company and the largest independent innovation media company in the world. Founded in 2006, it operates a range of brands focused on technology, lifestyle, and innovation, reaching up to 200 million users monthly across various platforms. The company produces a variety of content, including reviews, how-tos, and commentary on technology, automobiles, smart home devices, gaming, and entertainment. It also features a deals platform that curates discounts on tech products and services. In addition to its tech focus, Digital Trends Media Group includes lifestyle brands such as The Manual, 21Oak, NewFolks, HappySprout, Blissmark, and PawTracks, catering to diverse interests. The company emphasizes a data-driven approach to personalize content and advertising for its audience, which includes tech-savvy consumers and lifestyle enthusiasts. Digital Trends Media Group values growth, respect, authenticity, and community, and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It collaborates with businesses and agencies to connect brands with valuable audiences through its media network.