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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.

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Dante wielding his sword and grinning in the Netflix Devil May Cry series
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Netflix's Devil May Cry Has Already Been Renewed for a Second Season

Netflix and Adi Shankar's Devil May Cry series has been renewed for a second season, so prepare for more demon-slaying antics alongside Dante.

April 10, 2025 | 10:47 EDT

Artwork for Date Everything!, which depicts many of its dateable characters
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New Date Everything! Release Date Set for Summer

Publisher Team17 and developer Sassy Chap have announced a new Date Everything! release date, so get ready to objectify your crushes on a whole new level.

April 10, 2025 | 10:00 EDT

A player rushing an ape-like monster in Path of Exile 2
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Path of Exile 2 Dev Promises Tons of Changes as Steam Reviews Turn Sour

Path of Exile 2 developer Grinding Gear Games has promised a sweeping set of changes after scathing player feedback for the game's latest big update.

April 10, 2025 | 09:40 EDT

The player looking down at a pentagram in which a pile of bones have been placed in Dark and Darker Season 6
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Dark and Darker Season 6 Brings Brand New PvE Mode and More

Ironmace has released Season 6 of Dark and Darker, adding a whole new PvE game mode to the dungeon-crawler, as well as tons of balance changes.

April 10, 2025 | 09:22 EDT

Link riding his horse in the Switch 2 Edition version of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
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Switch 2 Edition Carts Will Contain Games and Upgrades, Nintendo Says

Nintendo says Switch 2 Edition carts won't require you to download the game or the upgrade, although that's only guaranteed for first-party games.

April 10, 2025 | 08:43 EDT

A monster strung up and burning in Bloodborne, a producer of which, Teruyuki Toriyama, is opening a new studio
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Bloodborne Producer Teruyuki Toriyama Announces Sirius Studio

Bloodborne and Demon's Souls producer Teruyuki Toriyama has announced new studio Sirius, which is aiming to go big right out of the gate.

April 10, 2025 | 08:20 EDT

The Nintendo Switch 2, which has been postponed in China, sitting in its dock
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Switch 2 China Release Uncertain Thanks to Government Regulations and Demand

Nintendo has reportedly postponed the Switch 2 in China owing to stringent government regulations and a continuing analysis of demand in the country.

April 9, 2025 | 11:45 EDT

A character hopping over a barrier towards the player in The Outer Worlds 2, which will be featured during the Xbox summer show in June
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Xbox Summer Show Date Revealed, More Outer Worlds 2 Info Coming

Geoff Keighley has revealed the date on which the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase in summer will air, and it'll feature more info about The Outer Worlds 2.

April 9, 2025 | 10:35 EDT

A monster wielding an axe in Diablo 4
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Diablo 4 Roadmap for 2025 Promises Plenty of New Stuff Through the Year

Blizzard has released the 2025 roadmap for Diablo 4, and while there's lots on the way, much of what's being added won't be sticking around.

April 9, 2025 | 09:44 EDT

The Nintendo Switch 2 displaying Donkey Kong Bananza
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Switch 2 Pre-Orders Delayed in Canada Following US Delay Last Week

Nintendo has confirmed that Switch 2 pre-orders in Canada have been delayed in order to "align with the timing" of US pre-orders.

April 8, 2025 | 11:42 EDT

A close-up of a coyote in the Planet Zoo Americas Animal Pack
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Planet Zoo Americas Animal Pack Brings Coyotes and More Next Week

Frontier Developments has revealed a brand new DLC pack for Planet Zoo in the form of the Americas Animal Pack, which brings seven iconic American animals.

April 8, 2025 | 10:32 EDT

Sonic and Shadow reaching for a ring and surrounded by several other Sonic characters in artwork for Sonic Rumble
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Sonic Rumble Release Date Revealed for May

Sega has announced that free-to-play battle royale party game Sonic Rumble will officially be launching on PC and mobile next month.

April 8, 2025 | 09:37 EDT

Kril in the new Pretty Princess costume, which is coming as part of the Another Crab's Treasure New Game Plus update later this month
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Another Crab's Treasure to Get New Game Plus and More Later This Month

Aggro Crab has announced that 3D platforming Soulslike Another Crab's Treasure is getting a major update later this month, bringing New Game Plus and more.

April 8, 2025 | 08:11 EDT

A very tattooed character in La Quimera, a shooter made by ex-Metro developers
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Former Metro Devs' La Quimera Gets Late April Release Date

La Quimera, the shooter created by former Metro developers at Reburn (once 4A Games Ukraine), has secured itself an official release date.

April 7, 2025 | 11:07 EDT

Geoff Keighley holding a microphone during a Summer Game Fest showcase
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Summer Game Fest 2025 Date Revealed

The air date for Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest 2025 showcase has been revealed, and ticket sales info will be unveiled in May.

April 7, 2025 | 08:35 EDT

A player relaxing on a blanket in Dinkum
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Dinkum 1.0 Release Date Revealed for Later This Month

James Bendon and Krafton have revealed the Dinkum 1.0 release date, with the cozy Aussie farming and life sim due out in full later this month.

April 7, 2025 | 08:15 EDT

A player being shot in Bungie's original Marathon reveal trailer
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Marathon Gameplay Reveal Set for Later This Week

Bungie has announced that it's planning to reveal the first gameplay for extraction shooter reboot Marathon later this week.

April 7, 2025 | 07:55 EDT

A Switch 2 in handheld mode with Mario Kart World on its screen
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US Switch 2 Pre-orders Delayed Due to Tariffs, Price Change Possible

Switch 2 pre-orders have been delayed in the US, with Nintendo looking to "assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions".

April 4, 2025 | 11:29 EDT

An enigmatic gold-faced figure bowing in front of a stained-glass window in FromSoftware's The Duskbloods
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FromSoftware Won't Stop Making Single-Player Games, Miyazaki Says

FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki has confirmed that the studio doesn't intend to stop making single-player-focused games in future.

April 4, 2025 | 09:58 EDT

A shot of Narayana Johnson, the composer for Cult of the Lamb
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Cult of the Lamb Composer Narayana Johnson Dies

Cult of the Lamb composer Narayana Johnson, also known as River Boy, has sadly passed away, with no cause of death currently known.

April 4, 2025 | 09:19 EDT

A car being struck by lightning in the Pacific Drive Endless Expeditions update
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Pacific Drive Endless Expeditions Update Brings New Roguelite Mode and More

A new Pacific Drive update is here, and it's bringing a brand new roguelite-style game mode, as well as lots of other improvements and tweaks.

April 4, 2025 | 08:50 EDT

Two characters embracing in the Sims-like game inZoi
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inZoi Sales Reach 1m in Just One Week

Krafton's inZoi has reached a major sales milestone just a week after launching in Early Access, the developer has revealed.

April 4, 2025 | 08:11 EDT

Emma Frost in Marvel Rivals season 2
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Marvel Rivals Season 2 Starts Next Week, Emma Frost and Ultron Confirmed

NetEase has revealed the release date for Marvel Rivals season 2, and it looks to be bringing two new playable characters and more next week.

April 3, 2025 | 11:22 EDT

A shot of the Nintendo Switch 2 in handheld mode playing Mario Kart World
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Switch 2 Uses DLSS and Supports Ray Tracing, Nintendo Confirms

Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 will support DLSS and ray tracing, although the company is vague when it comes to specifics.

April 3, 2025 | 10:59 EDT