Danny VanDam
Owner/Writter of the TheDailyGamepad.net!
DanVanDam (Dan) is the founder of The Daily Gamepad, as well as the creator and presenter of Worth Your Universe. He is a classic gaming enthusiast and indie game lover who streams mostly retro and indie titles daily on Twitch under the handle DanVanDam. Across The Daily Gamepad and YouTube, he creates video game reviews, retrospective articles, gameplay videos, and impressions focusing on indie, PC, and retro gaming titles.
Socials: Twitch, X, Bluesky, Youtube
CheckPointVibes
Writer, Cosmonaut
CheckpointVibes is a featured writer for The Daily Gamepad and a daily Twitch streamer. Collaborating closely with the site’s coverage of the indie and retro scenes, she brings a distinct focus to accessible gaming, cozy titles, interactive story-driven experiences, and indie discoveries.
Beyond her written reviews and feature articles on The Daily Gamepad, CheckpointVibes hosts daily live streams on Twitch centered on community building, casual play, and highlights from both modern indie developers and classic gaming libraries.
Artyom Havok
Writer, Beef Jerky Enjoyer!
ArtyomHavok is a contributing writer for The Daily Gamepad and an avid gaming content creator. Specializing in deep-dive game reviews, hands-on impressions, and retro-focused features, he focuses heavily on classic MS-DOS titles, retro action games, atmospheric shooters, and hidden indie gems.In addition to contributing written coverage to The Daily Gamepad, ArtyomHavok actively participates in community gaming events and preserves classic PC gaming culture through detailed write-ups, community discussions, and gameplay coverage.
