About - Javana Messersmith: Javana is an experienced explorer traversing the world of RPGs. With an academic background in literature, writing in a critical yet creative way comes naturally. Her expertise in writing about games comes from playing games. Growing up she was always on the computer starting with Freddi Fish games before moving to The Sims and then eventually graduating to Call of Duty World at War. Always the gamer, she utilizes multiple consoles allowing for more range in what is played, typically sticking to RPGs with the occasional FPS in her collection. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is her number one, go to game, but currently in rotation is The Sims 4 (including expansions), Stardew Valley and Medieval Dynasty. She enjoys critiquing games and writing about how to play as a beginner and giving tips and tricks to help make things more enjoyable. Simulation and Fantasy are where she finds her comfort but stepping into different games and trying new things is what gaming is all about.