Skeith Ruch

Staff Writer

3+ years of professional gaming journalism | 20+ years gaming experience

605 articles 54 games covered

Skeith Ruch is a Staff Writer for Raider King, bringing over two decades of gaming experience to their coverage. Based in Pennsylvania, USA, Skeith specializes in rapid-turnaround game analysis, delivering timely guides and reviews across multiple gaming genres. Known for completing games at exceptional speeds, Skeith provides early coverage and comprehensive walkthroughs that help players navigate new releases quickly and effectively.

Credentials: Writer at Raider King (2023-Present) | Former Writer at Hardcore Gamer | Former Feature Writer at The Story Arc | 20+ years of gaming across all major platforms | Specialist in action-adventure, RPGs, and indie titles

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Reviews

PREVIEW: Disgaea Mayhem PAX EAST 2026 Demo Impressions

PREVIEW: Disgaea Mayhem PAX EAST 2026 Demo Impressions

This summer, Nippon Ichi Software will be releasing Disgaea Mayhem, an action game spinoff of the world-famous Strategy…

Apr 5, 2026 8 min

Reviews

PREVIEW: Rain98 PAX East 2026 Demo Impressions

PREVIEW: Rain98 PAX East 2026 Demo Impressions

At Pax East 2026, game developer C#4R4CT3R had a demo on display for their upcoming Visual Novel Rain98.…

Apr 3, 2026 5 min

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Manairons Review – A Tiny Adventure

6.4/10

Manairons Review – A Tiny Adventure

On February 19, 2026, JanduSoft and 3Cat released the 2.5D platformer Manairons to the world. This platforming adventure…

Mar 7, 2026 6 min

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Demon Tides Review – Platforming on the High Seas

9.4/10

Demon Tides Review – Platforming on the High Seas

On February 19, 2026, indie studio Fabraz will be releasing their new 3D platformer Demon Tide on Steam.…

Feb 19, 2026 10 min

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Ys X: Proud Nordics Review – As Calm as the Sea

7/10

Ys X: Proud Nordics Review – As Calm as the Sea

On February 20, 2026, Falcom and NISA will finally be releasing Ys X: Proud Nordics in the West.…

Feb 16, 2026 11 min

Reviews Romeo is a Dead Man

Romeo is a Dead Man Review – The Past is Dead

10/10

Romeo is a Dead Man Review – The Past is Dead

On February 11, 2026, Grasshopper Manufacture will be releasing their newest title, Romeo is a Dead Man, to…

Feb 10, 2026 11 min

Reviews Trails Beyond the Horizon

The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon Review – A New Frontier

8.4/10

The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon Review – A New Frontier

On January 15, 2026, NISA America finally released the localization of Falcom’s The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond…

Jan 16, 2026 10 min

Reviews

Anima: Gate of Memories I&II Remaster Review: Action Meets Exploration

7.6/10

Anima: Gate of Memories I&II Remaster Review: Action Meets Exploration

On November 7, 2025, Anima Project released a remaster of Anima: Gate of Memories and its companion piece…

Nov 10, 2025 7 min

Reviews Silly Polly Beast

Silly Polly Beast Review – Shoot Through the Horrors

8.2/10

Silly Polly Beast Review – Shoot Through the Horrors

Silly Polly Beast is a new Survival-Horror title solo-developed by indie developer Andrei Chernyshov/Anji Games and published by…

Oct 28, 2025 6 min

Reviews

Simon the Sorcerer: Origins Review – A Cute, Simple Adventure

7.5/10

Simon the Sorcerer: Origins Review – A Cute, Simple Adventure

On October 28, 2025, Smallthing Studios will be releasing Simon the Sorcerer: Origins to the world. This title…

Oct 28, 2025 6 min

Reviews

Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga Review – The Best of Both Worlds

8.4/10

Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga Review – The Best of Both Worlds

On October 10, 2025, Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga will be remastered and released in…

Oct 8, 2025 6 min

Reviews

Yooka-Replaylee Review: More Than a Remaster

7.8/10

Yooka-Replaylee Review: More Than a Remaster

On October 9, 2025, Playtonic will be releasing Yooka-Replaylee, a remake of their breakout 2017 platformer Yooka-Laylee. While…

Oct 8, 2025 6 min