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Austin Suther

Staff Writer

About Austin Suther

Austin cut his teeth writing various  fan-fiction stories on the RuneScape forums when he was in elementary school. Later on, he developed a deep love for flash games and wrote various blog posts on the hottest new flash title. Austin has over five years of journalism experience, having worked for newspapers and for Frederator. He started writing for TechRaptor in 2018 and hasn't looked back since. To Austin, reviews, previews and interview features are his favorite forms of writing and you'll find his portfolio comprises just that.

On TechRaptor, Austin's carved a niche for himself by covering most boomer shooters, anything Fire Emblem or remotely similar to it, and whatever else might pique his interest. He fulfilled a lifelong dream by attending E3 2019 with several other TechRaptor staff members, which was one of the highlights of his video game journalism career.

He has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English - Professional Writing and a Minor in Journalism from UNCW. During the day he does professional writing for a corporation and enjoys collecting manga, watching anime, and spending time with his dogs and family in his free time.

 

Articles by Austin Suther


Total Articles: 603


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Review

Turbo Overkill Review - Become Chainsaw Man

Our Turbo Overkill review tells you why this is one FPS game fans of the genre do not want to miss. It's time to literally rip and tear.

August 10, 2023 | 10:12 EDT

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Review

Exoprimal Review - Extinction Averted

Our review for Exoprimal shows why you should give this dinosaur slaying sim a fair shot.

July 21, 2023 | 10:27 EDT

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Feature

Riot Forge Wants to Do Justice to Your Favorite League Champion

Riot Forge Creative Director Rowan Parker walks us through all facets of Riot Forge, including how the publisher handles your favorite champions.

July 17, 2023 | 11:18 EDT

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Feature

Psykos and Sludge Launchers: Zane Lofton Talks Slayers X

Curious about the boomer shooter Slayers X? We dig into its origins and signature sense of humor with developer Zane Lofton.

July 7, 2023 | 11:46 EDT

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Opinions

How Final Fantasy XVI Perfected the Quick-Time Event

Quick-time events, one of the most notorious game mechanics, become something much bigger (and better) in Final Fantasy XVI.

June 27, 2023 | 11:30 EDT

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Review

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Review - Perplexing Poltergeist Puzzles

With a port to modern hardware for Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, it becomes clear this is one of Capcom's hidden gems.

June 27, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Guide

How to Get a Diablo IV Mount

In this Diablo IV guide, we'll explain to you how you can get your first mount and more!

June 1, 2023 | 07:06 EDT

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Guide

Diablo IV Character Customization Guide

Diablo IV customization has more options than ever before, so read on to learn the extent of what you can do with your character to make them unique.

June 1, 2023 | 07:06 EDT

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Review

Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengance of the Slayer Review

From the developer of Hypnospace Outlaw comes Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengance of the Slayere, a game as ridiculous (and fun) as its name.

June 1, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Feature

Blizzard Builds Sanctuary in a "Much Darker Lens" for Diablo IV

If you ever wanted to know what it takes to create a sprawling game world and its many dungeons, these Diablo IV devs have you covered.

May 30, 2023 | 12:30 EDT

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Review

Diablo IV Review

Diablo IV takes the ARPG genre to new heights, so Hell better look out for what's coming. Here's our review.

May 30, 2023 | 12:00 EDT

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Review

Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 1 Review

We read the first volume of Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, a new manga series within the Elden Ring universe.

May 27, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Review

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Review

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is a brutal boomer shooter where players can live out their fantasy as a powerful Space Marine.

May 23, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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News

Respeccing in Diablo IV Will Be Easy -- at First

Changing your character's build in Diablo IV will come at an increasingly expensive cost, so you may want to choose wisely.

April 25, 2023 | 01:23 EDT

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News

Blizzard isn't Planning for Pets in Diablo IV Right Now

For now, you'll have to be content with slaying demons in Diablo IV without a little buddy by your side, but who knows what the future holds?

April 25, 2023 | 01:23 EDT

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Feature

Blizzard Plans to Use Player Feedback to Balance Diablo IV

Diablo IV developers tell us some new information on the customization options players can expect ahead of the June launch.

April 25, 2023 | 01:00 EDT

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Preview

Shadows of Doubt Preview - A City at Your Fingertips

Shadows of Doubt is an immersive sim taking place within a randomly generated city you're able to explore. Solve crimes and get to the bottom of murders!

April 21, 2023 | 06:00 EDT

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Review

The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story Review

The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story is an epic fight for freedom featuring some of your favorite League of Legends characters.

April 14, 2023 | 09:00 EDT

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Feature

Diablo IV's Endgame Is Going to Keep You Captive

If you're interested in learning what the world has in store for players once they reach Diablo IV's endgame, look no further.

April 12, 2023 | 12:00 EDT

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Preview

Ghostware: Arena of the Dead Preview - Ode to the Arena

Ghostware: Arena of the Dead is an arena shooter with a mysterious story at its core. It's in Early Access, so here are our thoughts.

April 12, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Preview

Supplice Preview - Works Some GZDoom Magic

We take a look at Supplice's Early Access, running on the magical GZDoom engine.

April 6, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Preview

Minecraft Legends' World is a Massive Battlefield of Fun

We got a hands-off preview for Minecraft Legends, and learned a great deal about the world and its gameplay.

April 6, 2023 | 03:05 EDT

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News

N64 Favorite Pokemon Stadium Comes to Nintendo Switch Online

Beloved Nintendo 64 game Pokemon Stadium is coming to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack very soon, including online gameplay.

April 3, 2023 | 09:42 EDT

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Preview

Diablo IV Will Consume Your Life

Diablo 4's Early Access period for its first beta test is officially finished, and we have some thoughts on this gargantuan game.

March 21, 2023 | 10:00 EDT