Author Details
Originally from California where she studied arts and child development, Deven McClure moved to New York in 2017. After her move, she attended Gotham Writing School with a focus on article and television writing. She now lives in Brooklyn with her boyfriend and cats, Timmy and Tommy - named after the two adorable Animal Crossing characters, of course.
Industry Focus
Deven has worked for Screen Rant since 2021, and is currently a Senior Gaming and PR Exclusives writer, frequently attending events spanning games, film, and television. She specializes in interviews, previews, and reviews, covering everything from red carpet premieres to developer chats about upcoming games.
Favorite Media
First becoming obsessed with Animal Crossing for the Gamecube at 8 years old, simulation games still hold a special place in her heart, although she's grown to love turn-based titles and story games as well. Some current favorite releases include Wildfrost, Beacon Pines, Coffee Talk Episode 2, Stray, and The Sims 4's Growing Together EP.
Latest Articles
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Screen Rant attended a red carpet in NYC to celebrate the premiere of The Boys in the Boat and talked to stars like George Clooney about the new film.
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Day Of The Devs Interview: Crafting A "Sundance Of Indie Games"
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Exclusive: Newly-announced heist game Den of Wolves will have features the developer originally wanted to implement in previous title GTFO.
Den Of Wolves Interview: Shady Sci-Fi Corporations & Learning From GTFO
Developer Simon Viklund discusses 10 Chambers' upcoming sci-fi heist game Den of Wolves, which was announced this week at The Game Awards.
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Screen Rant attended a special preview event for the latest Rundown of hardcore horror shooter GTFO to explore what the final update has in store.
"Like Having A Very Creative Mental Breakdown" - Baldur's Gate 3's Amelia Tyler Interview
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Director and writer Sam Esmail and author Rumaan Alam discuss bringing the iconic dread of Leave the World Behind to life in the new thriller.
Leave The World Behind Interview: Ethan Hawke & Myha'la On Their Characters' High Stakes Stories
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Leave The World Behind Interview: Julia Roberts & Mahershala Ali On Making Their Fear Feel Real
Leave the World Behind stars Julia Roberts and Mahershala Ali discuss portraying genuine relationships onscreen and the most intense filming moments.
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The studio creative director at Sega HARDlight discusses crafting the imaginative new lore and unique dreamscape world of Sonic Dream Team.