overkill is Kevin Wammer and Chris Brandrick.
Started in 2023 as a newsletter and blog, overkill has grown into a home for essays, commentary, and curated writing that aims to be thoughtful, honest, and occasionally obsessive.
While much of our early attention went to handheld gaming, our scope has since expanded: we now cover tech that shapes how we work and play, hardware that feels personal, and toys that still manage to spark joy.
We write from the perspective of longtime enthusiasts; what we publish is shaped by what interests us. Expect deep dives, (very) opinionated takes, and practical guides.
We also run a YouTube channel, where we take things further with reviews, breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes looks at the gear and ideas we’re into.
And if you want more, we offer a Premium subscription with extra content, early access, and deeper dives.
The team behind overkill:
Kevin Wammer
I’m a sucker for tech. PSP modder, former Apple blogger, and now obsessed with all things that beep, click, and game. Known for espresso-fueled opinions and deep dives into the tech we love.
Chris Brandrick
Nintendo has been my constant gaming companion for over 25 years, and I’ve spent much of that time writing about why it matters. Whether curating my Nintendo newsletter Switch Weekly (established back in 2016) to writing here with Kevin, I love diving deep into the wide world of handheld gaming.
Our audience includes curious readers who enjoy a mix of the personal and technical, from gaming on the go to experimenting with new devices, to simply making their everyday setup a little better.
You can follow us via our newsletter, follow us on social (Twitter, Mastodon, Threads, Bluesky), or simply stick around and see what we’re working on.