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Our Gaming Experts

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Mikhail Manfredo

Mikhail Manfredo

Co-Founder, WiseGuyGaming | Editor

Gaming storyteller with a passion for authenticity. Mikhail co-founded WiseGuyGaming and brings raw, unfiltered insights to reviews and podcasts, backed by a deep connection to gaming culture.

Specialties

Game Reviews Retro Games Gaming Predictions Podcast Hosting Video Content Creation Editorial Writing
Fil Zahnko

Phil Manzon

Author

Lifelong gamer and U.S. Navy veteran, Fil brings passion and perspective to WiseGuyGaming. With a love for everything from platformers to survival-horror, he blends thoughtful critique with heart and humor, drawing inspiration from gaming’s golden eras and the legends who shaped its media.

Specialties

Game Reviews Retro Games Survival Horror Platformers First-Person Shooters Editorial Writing
Bilawal Bashir

Bilawal Bashir

Author | Game Reviewer

A software engineer that loves videogames, comics, and anime. But will never love pineapple pizza, NEVER!

Specialties

Game Reviews PC Gaming RPGs PlayStation Games Xbox Games
Rafael Arbulu

Rafael Arbulu

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Hailing from Brazil as a seasoned journalist with nearly 20 years of storytelling firepower across gaming, tech, entertainment, and business (and a receding hairline to prove it), Rafael brings the editorial strategy of a final boss, finding complex topics and turning them into binge-worthy reads with a flair for ranting and spicy opinions.

Specialties

Game Reviews PC Gaming RPGs PlayStation Games Xbox Games
Ajit Singh

Ajit Singh

Author

Tech journalist with nearly a decade of experience. Passionate about all things tech, from the latest consumer gadgets to the hottest video games. Whether it's breaking news, insightful reviews, helpful how-tos, curated listicles, or comprehensive buying guides, I deliver informative and engaging content across a wide range of formats.

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Tech Journalism Consumer Electronics Game Reviews Product Reviews How-To Guides Buying Guides
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Uriel Nengi

Uriel Nengi

Author

I’m a skilled gaming writer with over five years of experience. When I’m not covering the ins and outs of the vast gaming world, I’m deepening my knowledge of all things geekdom. My gaming expertise and industry insight come from years of dedication and hands-on experience.

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Sports Games AAA Guides Lists
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Oluwaseun Bamisile

Oluwaseun Bamisile

Author

A tech and gaming writer/editor with over four years of experience covering gaming, consumer technology, and digital culture. My work has appeared in publications including BGR, Techloy, iTechGuides, and Phrasemaker, where I’ve written news, guides, reviews, and features. Now at WiseGuyGaming, I serve as Managing Editor, leading the editorial team and shaping content that informs gamers while driving stronger reader engagement.

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