About Dying Art Media

Welcome to Dying Art Media (dyingartmedia.com) — an independent digital publication dedicated to deep-dive video game reviews, hardware performance analysis, anime features, comic book insights, and specialty coffee culture.

Founded in 2026, Dying Art Media was built on a simple premise: writing over everything. In an era of automated content, churn-and-burn news recaps, and clickbait headlines, we prioritise thoughtful analysis, hands-on testing, and articulate opinion.

Our Mission

We believe pop culture and gaming coverage deserve standard-setting criticism and dedicated passion. Whether we are breaking down the frame-pacing of an indie hit on the Steam Deck, dissecting the narrative structure of a manga series, or finding the ideal extraction parameters for a rare coffee bean, our goal is to deliver clear, honest, and high-value commentary for enthusiasts.

E-E-A-T: Our Editorial Standards & Integrity

Google evaluates websites based on Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness (E-E-A-T). We take these principles seriously across every article we publish.

1. First-Hand Experience & Hands-on Testing

We do not review games from press releases or write hardware guides based on spec sheets.

  • Gaming Reviews: Every game reviewed on Dying Art Media is played directly by our writers. We evaluate games across multiple platforms (PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck) to report on real performance, bugs, and actual gameplay depth.
  • Hardware & Tech: Our performance guides (e.g., Steam Deck optimisations) are created using real-world testing, measuring actual frame rates, system thermals, and battery drain under standard play conditions.
  • Coffee & Lifestyle: Every coffee bean, manual brewer, or espresso accessory covered is personally sourced, brewed, and tested.

2. Editorial Independence

Dying Art Media is 100% independently owned and operated.

  • Publisher relationships, review codes, or promotional assets never influence our scores, opinions, or editorial stance.
  • If we receive a game code or product sample from a publisher or developer for review consideration, this is explicitly disclosed at the top of the article. A review code never guarantees a positive review.

3. Fact-Checking and Accuracy

We strive for complete accuracy across all our content. News analysis, historical retrospectives, and guides are thoroughly researched using official press channels, direct developer statements, and verified primary sources before publication. If an error occurs, we correct it promptly and transparently update the article with an editor’s note.

Who Runs Dying Art Media?

Ben Kirby — Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Ben Kirby is an IT professional, long-time gaming writer, and pop-culture enthusiast based in the United Kingdom.

With years of experience managing technical infrastructure and a background in running independent gaming outlets (including the former publication Ninja Refinery), Ben launched Dying Art Media to focus on long-form criticism, hardware optimization, and enthusiast hobbies.

  • Specialties: PC Gaming, Handheld Performance Optimisation (Steam Deck / Handheld PCs), Action & RPG Titles, Mechanical / Tactical Games, Anime & Manga Analysis, and Manual Coffee Brewing.
  • Primary Systems: Custom High-End PC, PlayStation 5, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch.
  • Contact Ben: ben@dyingartmedia.com

Review Scoring System

We evaluate products, games, and media on clear, transparent criteria rather than inflated metrics. Our primary review badges include:

  • DAM That’s Excellent: Reserved for standout titles, hardware, or media that represent the pinnacle of their genre or design. Highly recommended without hesitation.
  • DAM That’s Good: High-quality experiences that offer substantial fun, strong performance, or notable artistic achievement, despite minor flaws.
  • Standard Review: A balanced look at products that may hit niche audiences well or carry notable flaws alongside their strengths.

AI & Content Generation Policy

Dying Art Media is written by humans, for humans. We do not publish AI-generated articles, automated mass-produced content, or scraped text. AI tools may occasionally be used internally for routine administrative tasks or proofreading assistance, but every piece of writing, opinion, review score, and breakdown reflects genuine human thought and direct personal experience.

Ethics & Disclosures

Affiliate Links

To support the ongoing hosting and operations of Dying Art Media, some links on our site may be affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Articles containing affiliate links will always carry a clear disclosure notice at the top of the page.

Press Copies & Review Material

We regularly accept review codes, access keys, and media press kits from publishers, indie developers, and PR agencies. However, accepting material creates zero obligation for coverage, and all reviews reflect our honest, unfiltered opinions.

Contact Us

We welcome feedback, review pitches, corrections, and inquiries from readers, developers, and publishers alike.

  • General Inquiries & Editor: ben@dyingartmedia.com
  • Review Pitches & Code Submissions: ben@dyingartmedia.com
  • Website: https://dyingartmedia.com