Erik Kain is a senior contributor at Forbes, known for his sharp, genre-focused cultural criticism. He writes extensively about television, video games, movies, and books—especially those steeped in fantasy, sci-fi, mystery, and post-apocalyptic themes. His work blends pop culture insight with a deep respect for narrative freedom and artistic expression.

Born on June 20, 1981, Kain began sharing cultural commentary as early as 2008 and was a Shorty Award finalist in 2014. He’s also recognized for his blog Diabolical, and often weaves quotes from games like Elden Ring into his social media presence.