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Joseph Allen

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About Joseph Allen

Joe has been writing for TechRaptor for several years, and in those years has learned a lot about the gaming industry and its foibles. He’s originally an English Literature graduate, and although that might not be akin to a journalism qualification, he’s still thrilled to be able to use those skills for something worthwhile.

Joe’s time writing for TechRaptor began way back in the mists of 2017. Since then, he’s interviewed notable industry figures like XCOM’s Julian Gollop and Bossa Studios’ Henrique Olifiers, been sent up in a model skyship to cover a game launch, and had the privilege of reviewing some of the best (and some of the most mediocre) games of the last half-decade. You won’t find his writing anywhere else; he’s a verified TechRaptor exclusive.

Outside of writing, Joe’s passions lie mostly in music. He’s an avid guitarist and drummer, and he’s also been known to sing occasionally, much to the chagrin of his longtime partner. He’s also an avid walker, taking regular strolls in the city every day. If he’s not hammering away at the keyboard to write another story, you’ll find him playing his guitar, wandering down the High Street (unwisely unaccompanied by an adult), or trying his hand at some cooking.

Articles by Joseph Allen


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An orc and a human staring at one another in artwork for Warcraft 2
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Warcraft 2 Remaster Seemingly Leaked Ahead of Warcraft Anniversary Celebration

The existence of a Warcraft 2 remaster has seemingly been leaked ahead of an upcoming stream to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary.

November 6, 2024 | 11:50 EST

The roster of characters for Virtua Fighter 5
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Sega Is Officially Working on a New Virtua Fighter Game

Sega has confirmed it is currently working on a new game in the Virtua Fighter series, alongside several other classic IPs.

November 6, 2024 | 11:08 EST

Two students gathered around a cauldron in Hogwarts Legacy
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Hogwarts Legacy Sales Top 30m as Sequel Work Continues

Hogwarts Legacy sales have reached another major milestone, demonstrating the staying power of Warner Bros' Harry Potter action-RPG.

November 6, 2024 | 10:06 EST

Chloe and Max in Life Is Strange, a Don't Nod game
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Don't Nod Employees to Strike This Week Following Layoff Announcement

Employees at Life Is Strange studio Don't Nod will go on strike on Friday following an announcement of layoffs last month.

November 6, 2024 | 09:11 EST

A character in a red headband riding a bike in Generation Zero
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The Next Generation Zero Update Will Be Its Last

The next major Generation Zero update will serve as the co-op shooter's final content drop, developer Systemic Reaction has confirmed.

November 5, 2024 | 10:54 EST

Kay and Nix sitting on the ground in artwork for Star Wars Outlaws
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Star Wars Outlaws Gets New Creative Director for Future Updates

Ubisoft has appointed a new Star Wars Outlaws creative director, and it sounds like he wants to make some big improvements to the game.

November 5, 2024 | 10:32 EST

A statue in the middle of a frozen cave in the Enshrouded Souls of the Frozen Frontier update
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Enshrouded Souls of the Frozen Frontier Update Is Its Biggest Yet

Keen Games has released a brand new update for survival-crafter Enshrouded, and it's got a new biome, animals to pet, and much more.

November 5, 2024 | 10:10 EST

Zelda surrounded by purple crystal shards in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
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The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Sold 2.5m Copies in Four Days

Nintendo's latest financial report has been released, and it shows that The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom did pretty decent numbers.

November 5, 2024 | 09:08 EST

Two medieval knights locked in combat in Kingdom Come: Deliverance
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Kingdom Come: Deliverance Sales Cross 8m Ahead of Sequel Launch Next Year

Warhorse Studios has announced that Kingdom Come: Deliverance sales have crossed another major milestone ahead of the sequel's release in February.

November 4, 2024 | 12:05 EST

A side-on view of the PS5 Pro
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Sony Reveals Full List of PS5 Pro-Enhanced Games at Launch

Sony has revealed a full list of the games that will be PS5 Pro-enhanced when the console launches later this week, and it's a long list at that.

November 4, 2024 | 09:53 EST

A Protoss in artwork for StarCraft: Remastered, an Xbox Game Pass November 2024 game
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All Confirmed Xbox Game Pass November 2024 Games

We're taking a look at everything that's coming as part of the Xbox Game Pass November 2024 haul, including classic RTS games, wacky sims, and more.

November 4, 2024 | 09:39 EST

Pyramid Head looking menacing in the Silent Hill 2 remake
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Silent Hill 2 Remake Sleuth Solves Hidden Photo Message Puzzle

An eagle-eyed Silent Hill 2 remake player has solved a very well-hidden photo puzzle within the game, earning praise from its director.

November 4, 2024 | 09:17 EST

The Netflix Games logo against a pink background
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Netflix Goes All In on Generative AI for Gaming, Appoints Dedicated VP

Netflix has appointed a VP of generative AI, indicating that it wants to go all in on this controversial technology when it comes to gaming.

November 4, 2024 | 08:59 EST

Artwork depicting several characters in Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader, which is included as part of the Fanatical Movember charity bundle
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Fanatical Movember Charity Bundle Packs In Rogue Trader and More for Just $12

Fanatical has a new charity bundle up for grabs, and you can pick up some massive games while supporting men's mental and physical health for just $12.

November 1, 2024 | 11:47 EDT

Shawn Ashmore, otherwise known as the Actor, in Night Springs, a DLC for the Remedy game Alan Wake 2
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Remedy's Revenue Is Up as Alan Wake 2 Inches Towards Profitability

Remedy has released its financial statement for the third quarter of the fiscal year, and while Alan Wake 2 still isn't profitable, things are looking up.

November 1, 2024 | 11:11 EDT

A shot of Dean Hall's "Kerbal Space Program killer" KSA next to a satellite in Kerbal Space Program 2
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DayZ Creator Reveals "Kerbal Space Program Killer" KSA

RocketWerkz founder and DayZ creator Dean Hall has announced KSA, a "Kerbal Space Program killer" intending to fill the space sim's shoes.

November 1, 2024 | 10:39 EDT

The "main character" of Final Fantasy XIV alongside G'raha Tia in Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.1
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Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.1 Release Date Officially Revealed

The Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.1 release date has been announced, and it's bringing new story content and more in just under two weeks.

November 1, 2024 | 09:23 EDT

Three characters looking at something off-camera with awe in Monster Hunter Wilds
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Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Breaks Series' Steam Player Count Record

The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta may only have been on general release for a handful of hours, but it's already breaking franchise Steam records.

November 1, 2024 | 09:09 EDT

A monochrome interior in Lucas Pope's new game Moida Mansion
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Lucas Pope Surprise-Releases LCD Throwback Game Moida Mansion

Return of the Obra Dinn designer Lucas Pope has returned with a brand new game, and this one's inspired by the LCD handhelds of yesteryear.

November 1, 2024 | 08:31 EDT

Newcastle in the new Weekend Killer Techno Terror skin in Apex Legends
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Apex Legends Bans Linux, Leaving Steam Deck Out in the Cold

EA and Respawn have banned Linux players from playing Apex Legends, potentially leaving Steam Deck users in the lurch without a workaround.

October 31, 2024 | 01:16 EDT

The IWGB gaming union's logo against a stylized backdrop of various gaming controllers
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UK Gaming Union IWGB Game Workers Sets Out Ambitious First Manifesto

A UK gaming union has set out its first manifesto, which contains ambitious policies like a four-day working week and an end to the gender pay gap.

October 31, 2024 | 11:50 EDT

Two characters being swept up by a light beam while a third waves in Deltarune
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Deltarune Chapters Three and Four "100%" Coming in 2025, Toby Fox Says

Toby Fox has revealed that the third and fourth chapters of Deltarune are "100%" due to release in 2025, although we don't have a specific date yet.

October 31, 2024 | 11:27 EDT

A robotic zombie figure with a rocket launcher in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
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Call of Duty Series Tops 500m Sales, Black Ops 6 Enjoys Franchise's Biggest Launch

The Call of Duty series has officially passed 500 million sales, Activision has revealed, and the newest game in the series is pretty big too.

October 31, 2024 | 11:04 EDT

Kay and her robot companion in the Ubisoft game Star Wars Outlaws
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Ubisoft Hemorrhaging Money After High-Profile Flops

Ubisoft has released its financial results for the first half of the 2024-25 fiscal year, and to say things aren't looking good is an understatement.

October 31, 2024 | 10:37 EDT