About Us - 8BitByte Gaming Blog

OUR MISSION

Honest Gaming Media. No Compromises.

In an industry crowded with sponsored content and paid reviews, 8BitByte exists to be different. We are completely independent — no publisher deals, no sponsored scores. Every review score we give is earned, every guide is tested, and every news story is fact-checked before it goes live.

We believe the gaming community deserves better than clickbait headlines and embargoed opinions. Our writers are active gamers who genuinely care about the craft — we put in the hours, test the games, and share what we find honestly.

WHAT WE COVER

Your One-Stop Gaming Hub

Breaking News

From game announcements to industry shake-ups, we cover the stories that matter — fast, accurate, and with context.

In-Depth Guides

Walkthroughs, tier lists, build guides, and collectible locations — written by players who've completed the content.

Honest Reviews

No embargoes, no bias. We review games on our own schedule, after adequate playtime, with no financial conflict of interest.

Hardware & Tech

GPU benchmark leaks, console teardowns, peripheral reviews — the tech side of gaming covered with rigor.

Esports & Competitive

Tournament coverage, pro player interviews, meta analysis, and competitive tier lists for the games you play most.

Indie Spotlight

We shine a light on small studios and underrated gems that deserve more attention from the broader gaming community.

THE TEAM

Meet the People Behind 8BitByte

Soroushnorozzy

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Lifelong gamer with 15+ years covering the industry. Passionate about narrative games and open-world design.

Maya Chen

Lead Reviewer

Former game developer turned critic. Specialises in RPGs, soulslike games, and accessibility analysis.

James Rowe

Hardware Editor

PC building enthusiast and tech journalist. Covers GPU releases, benchmarks, and the PC gaming ecosystem.

Priya Desai

Indie & Esports Writer

Competitive player and indie game champion. Runs our Friday Indie Spotlight series and esports coverage.

OUR VALUES

What We Stand For

Editorial Independence

We accept no payment for coverage. Our opinions are our own, and we disclose all review copies and affiliate links clearly.

Community First

Our readers shape our coverage. We listen to feedback, take reader pitches, and cover what the community actually cares about.

Speed + Accuracy

We move fast, but we never compromise on accuracy. Every fact is checked, every source is verified before publication.

Passion Over Profit

We built 8BitByte because we love games — not to monetise an audience. That passion comes through in everything we publish.

We Live & Breathe Gaming