Tom Steel
868 articles published since April 10, 2021
About Tom Steel
Tom Steel is a writer and list contributor for CBR on all things anime. He is passionate about Pokemon most of all but also all things TV, film, gaming and sports. A University graduate with a degree in German Studies, Tom almost took the path of journalism instead, and is now excited to pursue it in a different capacity. Keep an eye out for his lists and deep-dives into the Pokemon anime and games, along with so much more. Follow him on Twitter at @Steelio307
The Biggest Missed Opportunities of the Paradox Pokémon
The Paradox Pokémon were fancy new additions to the roster in the Gen IX games Scarlet & Violet, but how could they have been even better?
10 Best D&D Monsters In Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur's Gate 3, one of the best games of 2023, features many iconic, dangerous monsters that Dungeons & Dragons players will recognize.
10 Sci-Fi Anime That Are Just as Good as Star Wars (If Not Better)
Star Wars is one of the best sci-fi adventures of all time, but anime like Steins;Gate, Cowboy Bebop, and NGEare just as incredible—if not more.
20 Best-Written Video Games Everyone Should Play
Gripping players from the start, everyone needs to experience exceptionally written games like The Last of Us, The Witcher 3, and Ghost of Tsushima.
Marvel Snap: How To Use This Week's Spotlight Cache Cards (09/19)
Ravonna Renslayer has finally arrived to Marvel Snap and is in Spotlight Caches this week alongside Zabu and Jean Grey - but how good are these cards?
10 Fantasy Anime That Are Just As Epic as Game of Thrones (If Not Better)
Game of Thrones has its share of drama and treachery, but anime like One Piece, FMAB, and AoT are just as action-packed—if not more.
10 Weak Pokémon With Terrifying Designs
Plenty of Pokémon look terrifying when players first encounter them but their stats can't live up to the promises their designs make.
10 Strongest Pokémon With The Cutest Designs
Surprising opponents with their hidden power, adorable Pokémon like Bewear, Togekiss, and Mew have plenty of potential during battles.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Fastest Way To Complete The Kitakami Pokédex
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's DLC has finally arrived, and The Teal Mask has presented players with a fun challenge in completing the Kitakami Pokédex.
Quake: How To Fix Marvel Snap's Least-Used Card
As the least-used Marvel Snap card alongside M'Baku, Quake desperately needs a refresh — but how can this card be made better and more viable?
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: The Kitakami Folktale, Explained
The Loyal Three and the Ogre is a folktale that inspires the people of Kitakami, the latest region introduced in the Teal Mask DLC.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Play Ogre Oustin' In The Teal Mask DLC
Ogre Oustin' is a fun new minigame that players can try out in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's DLC The Teal Mask — but how do you actually play this game?
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: The Many Faces Of Ogerpon, Explained
Ogerpon is the mascot Legendary for Scarlet & Violet's DLC, The Teal Mask, but there is much more to this mysterious Pokémon than meets the eye.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Catch Bloodmoon Ursaluna In The Teal Mask DLC
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's DLC The Teal Mask has introduced some new faces to the Kitakami Pokédex and one of these is the Bloodmoon form of Ursaluna.
Marvel Snap OTA Balance Update 09/14 - Every Buff & Nerf, Explained
Marvel Snap's September 14th OTA update has brought some interesting card changes, as the meta begins to settle down after Loki's chaotic arrival.
10 Most Rewatchable Pokémon Episodes
From Ash saving Charmander to his final standoff against Paul, there are several iconic Pokémon episodes that fans can watch over and over.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Every New Pokémon In The Teal Mask DLC
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's newest DLC, The Teal Mask, has finally been released—along with several new Pokémon, like Bloodmoon Ursaluna and Okidogi.
10 Best Cards To Counter Loki In Marvel Snap
Living up to the God of Mischief moniker, Marvel Snap's Loki card has been fairly disruptive, prompting players to hunt for solid counter cards.
Marvel Snap: How To Use This Week's Spotlight Cache Cards (09/12)
Marvel Snap Spotlight Caches are back with a new selection starting September 12th - with Alioth, Snowguard, and Hit-Monkey being the best trio yet.
10 Iconic Spider-Man Characters Who Still Don't Have Marvel Snap Cards
Marvel Snap has plenty of characters from all across the Spider-Verse, but there are still plenty of Spider-Man variants and villains yet to be added.