I’m Baron Von Vault — a creator-first critic focused on looter shooters and action RPGs. I cut through the noise with verified previews, creator reactions, and systems-level analysis — then tell you what actually plays better right now.
Every site in my network is independent, but I’m the author behind them all. Read the take here, then jump to the games I endorse and the hubs I run.
Built and run the Baron persona hub with strict editorial standards. Every post follows a clear intent-first checklist:
TL;DR summary, verified sources, timestamps/screenshots, and a final Baron’s Take that closes with a Try-Next handoff. Manage cadence, publish pillar content, and act as the canonical author across all hubs so authority and trust flow back to Baron.
Launched a high-velocity topical site to capture trending conversations.
Formats include creator embeds, meme roundups, and pivot explainers that funnel readers back to Baron’s pillar and alternative endorsed hubs.
Weekly cadence: reaction posts, memes, pivot explainers, and roundup articles with a 60/40 critical-to-positive balance.
Design and maintain vertical hubs and secondary silos (BorderlandsHQ, Warhammer hubs, ARPG hubs).
Protect topical authority by building strong internal linking while guiding players toward better-fit titles through curated Try-Next CTAs.
Each hub exists independently but ties back to Baron as the author of record.
Define and enforce copyright-aware publishing practices: clear attribution, permissions where required, and fair-use policies.
Maintain a takedown workflow and creator outreach protocol to keep trust intact.
Ensure Baron’s publishing remains reputation-safe and discoverable across all platforms.
Unified author-of-record model so Baron is credited across all hubs.
Established the Endorsed Games portfolio and Try-Next funnel as the ground truth for recommendations.
Built and executed a weekly cadence of 3–5 posts across the network.
Implemented credibility standards: TL;DR summaries, timestamps, screenshots, citations, zero clickbait.
Constructed funnel logic: topical hubs → Baron pillar → social streams → community → conversions (subs, followers, newsletter).
Creator Reactions: embed → TL;DR → timestamps → Baron’s Take (Agree/Mixed/Disagree) → Try-Next.
Roundups & Memes: fast daily/weekly topical content for search & social.
Pivot Explainers: concise guides recommending better alternatives.
Pillar Guides: selective deep dives that build lasting authority.
Suggested cadence: 3–5 posts weekly across the network, synced with stream schedule.
Canonical author: Baron Von Vault (baronvonvault.com).
Consistent content signals: TL;DR summaries, inline citations, screenshots, end-of-post CTA.
Freshness: clear cadence stated, evergreen updates with revision dates.
Internal linking rule: every hub post links to one endorsed game page + Baron pillar.
Contact: media@baronvonvault.com
Organic traffic sessions and growth.
Cross-site referrals to Baron.
Social conversions (Twitch/YouTube/Steam follows).
Engagement depth (scroll depth, time on page, CTR on Try-Next CTAs).
Outreach & backlink acquisition (guest spots, collaborations, PR).
I only endorse games I’ve spent serious time with — titles that fit the way I actually play.
Expect looter shooters, ARPGs, and competitive co-op, but also the odd curveball that earns the badge.
This portfolio evolves as I add new guides, highlights, and ‘Why Baron Recommends This’ notes for each title.
Action RPG Co-op / Multiplayer Dark Fantasy Sci-Fi / Futuristic Third Person Shooter
