Kirk McKeand

Kirk McKeand

Kirk McKeand is the Content Director for GLHF.  A games media writer and editor from Lincoln, UK, he won a Games Media Award in 2014 in the Rising Star category. He has also been nominated for two Features Writer awards. He was also recognized in MCV's 30 Under 30 list in 2014. His favorite games are The Witcher 3, The Last of Us Part 2, Dishonored 2, Deus Ex, Bloodborne, Suikoden 2, and Final Fantasy 7.  You can buy Kirk McKeand's book, The History of the Stealth Game, in most bookstores in the US and UK.  With a foreword written by Arkane's Harvey Smith, The History of the Stealth Game dives deep into the shadows of game development, uncovering the surprising stories behind some of the industry's most formative video games.  He has written for IGN, Playboy, Vice, Eurogamer, Edge, Official PlayStation Magazine, Games Master, Official Xbox Magazine, USA Today's ForTheWin, Digital Spy, The Telegraph, International Business Times, and more.  Kirk was previously the Editor-in-Chief at TheGamer and Deputy Editor at VG247. These days he works as the Content Director for GLHF, a content agency specializing in video games coverage, serving media partners across the globe.  You can check out Kirk McKeand's MuckRack profile for more.  Email: kirk.mckeand@glhf.gg

Guides

Silent Hill 2 remake – how to crack the Coin Cabinet puzzle in Woodside Apartments

Before you can leave Woodside Apartments, you need to complete the Coin Cabinet puzzle in the Silent Hill 2 remake.

Kirk McKeand
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Guides

Silent Hill 2 remake Brookhaven Hospital complete guide and walkthrough

Here’s how to find all the key items and solve every puzzle in Silent Hill 2 remake’s Brookhaven Hospital.

Kirk McKeand
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Guides

Silent Hill 2 remake moth puzzle – how to crack the padlock with the symbols in the moth room

You’re surrounded by giant moth displays and there’s a lock with a math puzzle – here’s what you need to do

Kirk McKeand
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Silent Hill 2
Reviews

Silent Hill 2 review – Bloober’s remake understands what makes the Konami classic

A welcome surprise that respects the source material while feeling fresh for modern players.

Kirk McKeand
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Meet Lucy James, one of video games’ cultural champions
Features

Meet Lucy James, one of video games’ cultural champions

From Newcastle to your television set.

Kirk McKeand
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Features

Animal Crossing and Pokemon Snap inspired Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 borrows animal models from Frontier's Planet Zoo.

Kirk McKeand
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
News

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’s career mode uses AI voices

The game's massive scale requires a very data-driven approach to every aspect, including career mode dialogue.

Kirk McKeand
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Features

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 looks more beautiful than ever for a much smaller download size

With the new update, the sim will only download what you fly over in a rolling cache.

Kirk McKeand
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Features

GTA 6 Online needs anonymity

Imagine an online open world where any NPC could potentially be another player.

Kirk McKeand
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Features

A Better Paradise review: a fascinating look inside the twisted mind of Dan Houser

Red Dead Redemption 2's head creative takes his pen to the near future.

Kirk McKeand
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Guides

How long to beat Black Myth: Wukong

If you’re looking to complete only the main quest, you’re still in Black Myth: Wukong for the long haul.

Kirk McKeand, Dave Aubrey
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Guides

Black Myth: Wukong fox quest guide - where to take the Snow Fox

Black Myth: Wukong fox quest guide - where to take the Snow Fox.

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