Francesco Cacciatore
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About Francesco Cacciatore
Francesco is an editor with a background in academic research, journalism, and content strategy, specializing in entertainment news and curation. He works across all of Polygon's verticals, specializing in tabletop games, with a focus on D&D and Magic.
What did you play or watch that changed your life?
The first two Baldur's Gate games are the biggest influences on my geek life.
What's your origin story?
I was run over by a truck to save a kitten in another world, and reincarnated in this one with a disappointing lack of RPG-inspired powers.
What's a recent obsession?
Esoteric Ebb, the best CRPG to come out in years.
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