Trent Cannon

133 articles published since March 11, 2021.

Trent Cannon is a staff writer at whatNerd. He's a big fan of anime, video games, and tabletop games, plus whatever other weird and wonderful stuff the world can throw at him.

The 11 Best Anime Characters With Curly Hair, Ranked

You don't often see curly hair in anime, which is just one of many reasons why these anime characters stand out!

Sep 21, 2023

The 11 Best Survival Games on Nintendo Switch, Ranked

Collect your wits and try your best to outlive these awesome survival games on the Nintendo Switch.

Sep 20, 2023

The 11 Best Horror Anime Movies of All Time, Ranked

Anime movies can be more horrifying than any live-action film. Here are some of our favorite watches.

Sep 18, 2023

The 11 Best Cyberpunk Anime Series of All Time, Ranked

It doesn't get more stylishly dystopian than it does with these phenomenal cyberpunk anime series.

Sep 15, 2023

The 17 Best Nintendo Switch JRPGs and RPGs, Ranked

No matter what type of RPG you're looking for, chances are good you can find it on the Nintendo Switch.

Sep 14, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series to Watch on Crunchyroll, Ranked

Crunchyroll is the ultimate anime streaming platform. Here are the best anime series to watch if you haven't already!

Sep 11, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series About Angels and Celestials, Ranked

Here are our favorite anime series featuring angels and celestial beings that put fun twists on the usual tropes about angels.

Sep 9, 2023

The 14 Best Racing Games on Xbox Game Pass, Ranked

If you're a fan of racing games, you should think about getting Xbox Game Pass. It's packed full of fun and frantic options!

Sep 1, 2023

The 15 Best PS4 Grinding Games With Satisfying Grinds

Want to turn your brain off and just grind for a while? These great PS4 grinding games will help you do exactly that.

Aug 31, 2023

The 11 Best Anime Series About Music, Ranked

These awesome music anime series show why music is so often considered the universal language of mankind.

Aug 29, 2023

The 10 Best Open-World Games on PS4, Ranked

Nothing beats the immersive experience of an open-world game, and you have plenty of options if you're still on the PS4.

Aug 25, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series About Ghosts and Spirits, Ranked

In anime, ghosts aren't always scary—they can be friendly, insightful, and even funny. These ghost anime series are worth watching!

Aug 23, 2023

The 15 Longest PS4 Games That'll Last You 50+ Hours

Looking for PS4 games that'll keep you busy for a while and offer lots of bang for the buck? Here are the longest PS4 games.

Aug 21, 2023

The 12 Best Anime Characters With Brown Hair, Ranked

Think brown is bland and boring? Here are our favorite brown-haired anime characters and why they're so great.

Aug 21, 2023

The 13 Best Historical Anime Series of All Time, Ranked

These fantastic anime series incorporate real-world elements from history and the results are totally worth watching.

Aug 12, 2023

The 10 Best Free Idle RPG Games for Android and iOS

These mobile idle RPG games will help you kill time—whether you're on Android or iPhone—in a fun and stress-free way.

Aug 2, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series With Swords and Swordsmanship Action

Nothing is cooler than a sword—and these awesome anime series with swords feature all kinds of excellent swordsmanship.

Jul 24, 2023

The 15 Best City Building Games on PC, Ranked

These city building games on PC represent the best of the genre, whether it's on an island, an alien planet, or a ruined world.

Jul 23, 2023

The 15 Best Anime Characters With Orange Hair, Ranked

Orange hair can make any anime character stand out, but it can also have a deeper meaning. Here are our favorites examples!

Jul 17, 2023

The 20 Most Epic Anime Theme Songs of All Time, Ranked

Are you guilty of skipping anime intros? Don't miss out on these epic anime theme songs that are catchy, awesome, and iconic!

Jul 14, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series About Basketball, Ranked

Basketball is just as thrilling in anime form. Here are the best classic and modern anime series about basketball!

Jul 2, 2023

The 15 Most Brutal Anime Series of All Time, Ranked

Looking for the most brutal anime series ever made? Face your worst fears with these stomach-churning anime series.

Jun 28, 2023

The 10 Best Zombie Games on Xbox Game Pass, Ranked

Here are some of the all-time greatest zombie-themed video games that are available to play via Xbox Game Pass.

Jun 26, 2023

The 10 Best Space Anime Movies of All Time, Ranked

Here are the best space anime movies from across the decades, highlighting the best animated stories in the genre.

Jun 11, 2023

The 10 Best Shooter Games on PS4, Ranked

From first-person to third-person, there's no shortage of excellent PlayStation 4 shooter games that are still worth playing.

Jun 4, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Characters With Beards, Ranked

The beard is such a striking choice when it comes to character designs, and there's no shortage of great bearded characters in anime!

Jun 3, 2023

The 10 Best PS4 Games With Zombies, Ranked

It's satisfying to mow down hordes of brainless zombies, but these PS4 zombie games prove that the genre can be more than that.

May 31, 2023

The 10 Best Nintendo Switch Open World Games, Ranked

Want to get immersed in vast worlds full of intricate details? Then play these open world games on the Nintendo Switch!

May 26, 2023

The 10 Most Popular Male Anime Characters (And Why They're Great)

Anime is overflowing with incredible male characters, but only a handful of them truly stand out as popular around the world.

May 25, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series With Pirates, Ranked

Check out the best pirate animes of all time, whether they're sailing across the ocean or cruising along the stars.

May 14, 2023

The 10 Strongest Characters in Naruto, Ranked

The Naruto saga is full of powerful characters, but only a few truly stand out as potent enough to ruin the world. Who's the strongest?

May 10, 2023

The 13 Best Bullet Hell Games for PC, Ranked

Experience the frustration and satisfaction that come when you play the best bullet hell games for PC.

Apr 15, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Characters With Blue Hair, Ranked

Blue hair can say a lot about an anime character's personality. Here are some of our favorites and why we love them!

Apr 12, 2023

The 15 Strongest Female Anime Characters, Ranked

These women are powerful, intelligent, and impressive. They deserve their reputations as the strongest female anime characters.

Apr 9, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Characters With Black Hair, Ranked

Black hair might be basic, but these black-haired anime characters are from dull. Here's why they're up there among our favorites.

Apr 7, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Characters With Pink Hair, Ranked

Pink-haired characters are popular in anime, but not all are equally loved. Here are our favorites and why they're so great.

Apr 3, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Characters With Red Hair, Ranked

Red-haired characters in anime are more common than you'd think. Here are our favorites and why they stand out from the rest.

Mar 28, 2023

The 10 Best Romance Manga Series of All Time, Ranked

Want to fall in love? These are the most romantic manga series that'll have your heart fluttering and cheeks blushing.

Mar 27, 2023

The 10 Best Bleach Arcs, Ranked (And Why They Stand Out)

The Bleach anime went through some high highs and low lows. These Bleach arcs represent the best of the series over the years.

Mar 20, 2023

The 21 Best Anime Animal Characters, Ranked

Animal characters are popular in anime for many reasons: they're cute, funny, and loyal. Here are our favorite anime animal characters!

Mar 14, 2023

The 10 Best Modern Tabletop RPGs With Contemporary Settings

Modern tabletop RPGs can be just as fun as fantasy and science fiction! Here are the best TTRPGs with modern settings.

Mar 11, 2023

The 6 Coolest Funko Pops for Beginners That Don't Cost Much

What are the coolest and most unique Funko Pop figurines that are still great for beginner collectors? Here are some of my favorites!

Mar 6, 2023

10 Funny Dating Sim Games on Steam That Are Weird but Great

Looking for love? These weird and funny dating sim games give you plenty of odd dates to choose from—and they'll make you laugh!

Mar 5, 2023

The 10 Best Nintendo Switch Games That Actually Run at 60 FPS

Tired of choppy gameplay? These Nintendo Switch games are optimized to run at a smooth 60 frames per second.

Mar 3, 2023

The 10 Best Magical Girl Anime Series of All Time, Ranked

Magical girl anime is one of the most popular and beloved genres in the world. Here are the best series to watch if you haven't yet!

Mar 2, 2023

The 10 Best Characters in the Super Mario Franchise, Ranked

Between all the Super Mario games, we've seen dozens and dozens of wacky, fun, and unique characters. Here are our top favorites.

Feb 27, 2023

The 5 Best Fallout Video Games of All Time, Ranked

Fallout is one of the most iconic franchises in gaming history. These awesome games are why it's so beloved to this day.

Feb 25, 2023

The 5 Best Metroid Video Games of All Time, Ranked

Metroid remains one of the most legendary franchises in video game history. These games are why so many fans love this series.

Feb 24, 2023

Don't Have a 3D Printer? 5 Online 3D Printing Sites That'll Do It for You

If you want to 3D print something but don't have a 3D printer, these sites will print for you—and ship to you—for a reasonable price.

Feb 18, 2023

The 5 Best Square Enix Video Games of All Time, Ranked

Square Enix has published hundreds of great games since the merger in 2003. Here are the most incredible standouts.

Feb 17, 2023

The 5 Best Fire Emblem Video Games of All Time, Ranked

The Fire Emblem franchise shines like no other in its genre. These top-notch Fire Emblem games exemplify the best of the series.

Feb 11, 2023

The 5 Best Online Tycoon Games You Can Play for Free

Tycoon games are more than just simulation games. They brim with the promise of wealth and success! Here are some you can play for free.

Feb 10, 2023

What Is D&D Forgotten Realms? All You Need to Know, Explained

Forgotten Realms is the most well-known campaign setting throughout Dungeons & Dragons. Let's dive into what that means.

Feb 1, 2023

The 5 Coolest Magic Systems in Anime (And What Makes Them Stand Out)

Anime is magical in many ways, but shonen anime tends to have magic systems that infuse the world with tons of lore and intrigue.

Jan 23, 2023

The 10 Best Dungeons & Dragons Video Games of All Time, Ranked

It's not easy to adapt tabletop RPGs into video games, but these games did a great job capturing the magic of Dungeons & Dragons.

Jan 19, 2023

D&D 5e Wizard Guide for Beginners: 4 Key Tips and Strategies

The Wizard is a great starter class for casters in D&D 5e. Make sure you come out ahead with this Wizard guide for beginners.

Jan 18, 2023

5 Supporting Characters in Anime Who Could Lead Their Own Shows

Anime is full of supporting characters who have so much depth and complexity that they could be main characters on their own.

Jan 17, 2023

5 Adult Jokes in Kids Cartoons That Slipped Past Censors

The best thing about kids cartoons? When writers and animators slip in subtle jokes—often crude—that make it all the way through.

Jan 16, 2023

D&D 5e Ranger Guide for Beginners: 4 Key Tips and Strategies

Rangers in D&D 5e are drenched in flavor but difficult to be useful with. Check out this Ranger guide for beginners to get started.

Dec 31, 2022

D&D 5e Paladin Guide for Beginners: 4 Key Tips and Strategies

In D&D 5e, Paladins are uber strong and wonderfully thematic. Check out this Paladin guide for beginners to get started on the right foot.

Dec 28, 2022