Amanda Kay Oaks

Amanda Kay Oaks has been a freelancer writer with The Escapist since February 2024. She's a lifelong gamer with an affinity for Pokemon, RPGs, and cozy games, especially The Sims. Amanda has an MFA in Creative Nonfiction, with prior work on pop culture and entertainment at Book Riot, Fanfare, and Gamepur.

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Buzzwole Raid Guide Pokemon GO

Buzzwole Raid Guide Pokemon GO

Buzzwole Raid Guide Pokemon GO

Best Buzzwole Counters for Pokemon GO Raids: Weaknesses & Type Effectiveness

Bring these counters to beat Buzzwole 5-star raids in Pokemon GO

Once Human Snap Fingers to Reveal Items

Once Human Snap Fingers to Reveal Items

Once Human Snap Fingers to Reveal Items

How to Get Standard Parts in Once Human

Standard Parts in Once Human are easy to find - if you know where to look

Pheromosa Raid Guide Pokemon GO

Pheromosa Raid Guide Pokemon GO

Pheromosa Raid Guide Pokemon GO

Best Pheromosa Counters for Pokemon GO Raids: Weaknesses & Type Effectiveness

Want to beat Pheromosa in Pokemon GO Raids? We've got tips

How to Get Beast Balls in Pokemon GO

A rare chance to use Beast Balls in Pokemon GO has emerged

Pokemon GO image showing Necrozma, with Necrozma Dusk Mane and Dawn Wings in the background

Pokemon GO image showing Necrozma, with Necrozma Dusk Mane and Dawn Wings in the background

Pokemon GO image showing Necrozma, with Necrozma Dusk Mane and Dawn Wings in the background

Which Necrozma Fusion Is Better in Pokemon GO – Dusk Mane or Dawn Wings?

Which Necrozma fusion should you focus on during Pokemon GO Fest Global?

Screenshot from Pokemon Horizons featuring an excited Liko and Sprigatito

Screenshot from Pokemon Horizons featuring an excited Liko and Sprigatito

Screenshot from Pokemon Horizons featuring an excited Liko and Sprigatito

When Will More Episodes of Pokemon Horizons Be Available in the US?

US fans will soon be able to enjoy the next installment of Liko's adventures in Pokemon Horizons

Image from Pokemon GO showing the Ultra Beast Guzzlord

Image from Pokemon GO showing the Ultra Beast Guzzlord

Image from Pokemon GO showing the Ultra Beast Guzzlord

How to Beat Guzzlord in Pokemon GO (Counters, Weaknesses, & Type Effectiveness)

Use these counters to beat Guzzlord in Pokemon GO

Image from Love Island USA Season 6 episode 25 sneak peek

Image from Love Island USA Season 6 episode 25 sneak peek

Image from Love Island USA Season 6 episode 25 sneak peek

Love Island USA Season 6 Episode 26 Release Date Confirmed

Get ready for the next installment of Love Island USA, islanders!

Pokemon GO image showing Nihilego bursting from an Ultra Wormhole

Pokemon GO image showing Nihilego bursting from an Ultra Wormhole

Pokemon GO image showing Nihilego bursting from an Ultra Wormhole

Best Nihilego Counters for Pokemon Go Raids: Weaknesses & Type Effectiveness

Beat Nihilego in 5-star Pokemon GO Raids by bringing these counters

Shiny Jangmo-o and regular Jangmo-o in front of the map from Pokemon GO

Shiny Jangmo-o and regular Jangmo-o in front of the map from Pokemon GO

Shiny Jangmo-o and regular Jangmo-o in front of the map from Pokemon GO

How to Get Shiny Jangmo-o in Pokemon GO

Jangmo-o is available in Pokemon GO - here's how to get one