Welcome to The Optional Blog

The Optional is a fresh take on the world of video game coverage. We’re three friends who couldn’t find the content we wanted so we figured we’d just make it ourselves. We want to provide you with unique content that breaks down all of the latest gaming news and speaks with you all directly. We represent those who love the art form, but don’t fit in with the “gamer” status quo. This is video game commentary for the rest of us.

The Team

I’m a photographer and videographer from Brooklyn, New York. I‘m a freelance photographer and videographer who just so happens to love video games. My aim is to provide a new perspective on gaming and have some fun along the way.

Hometown: Brentwood, NY
Favorite Game: Ico
Twitter: @polimayo
Medium: Paul Tamayo

I’m a guy looking for his place in the world. Currently working retail for one of the largest tech companies in the world at the moment. I just want to make y’all laugh and leave my mark on the video game industry in some way. Adding my voice to the underrepresented through The Optional is how I intend to start.

Hometown: Brentwood, NY
Favorite Game: Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
Twitter: @capicantlose
Medium: Cam Brewster