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Tyler Chancey

Staff Writer

About Tyler Chancey

Ever since he was small, Tyler Chancey has had a deep, abiding love for video games and a tendency to think and overanalyze everything he enjoyed. This passion continued into his adulthood as he continued to express his love of the medium across multiple different hobbyist sites, refining his creative voice. He has worn many hats as part of these endeavors. Writer, editor, consultant, PR, podcast host, the list goes on. While many of those outlets have closed their doors, the experience gained was vital.

Tyler is a major advocate for not just games as a creative medium and a form of entertainment, but in its therapeutic application for those coping with mental illness. This has extended into his coverage and love of the tabletop and TTRPG space thanks to his passionate association with non-profit organizations like The Bodhana Group, and Rise Above the Disorder. This has instilled a strong desire to ensure that all voices from all walks of life are welcome at the table and can have their moments in the spotlight, and all of the skills of communication and emotional labor that comes with it.

When he isn't writing about games, making material for his TTRPG campaigns with fellow colleagues and beloved streamers, or singing as part of his local church congregation, he spends his time disguised as nobody important.

Articles by Tyler Chancey


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The artwork for Root The RPG's core rulebook.
Preview

Root: The Tabletop Roleplaying Game Preview

Our first impressions of Root: The RPG show a lot of potential, the socioeconomic complexities of the board game translating to dice and sheets well.

January 17, 2022 | 11:00 EST

Featured art for the Pandemic Board Game
News

Digital Versions of Pandemic Are Being Delisted

Players have discovered that the digital version of Asmodee Publishing's board game, Pandemic, is being removed from all digital storefronts.

January 14, 2022 | 03:08 EST

A maiden surrounded by ghostly hands and the shadows of yokai.
Preview

Ikai Brings More Agency To A Ghost Story

Ikai's demo manages to maintain tension and dread without completely adhering to the horror cliches of hiding and waiting. This is our preview.

January 14, 2022 | 10:00 EST

The recently discovered ancient stone board game uncovered in Oman
News

Ancient Board Game Unearthed in Oman

Archeologists in Oman have discovered an ancient stone board game, dating back about 4,000 years. It was located somewhere on the Arabian Peninsula.

January 13, 2022 | 03:14 EST

The box art for the Rangers United expansion for Heroes of the Grid
Review

Power Rangers Rangers United Review

Rangers United is the third big box expansion for Power Rangers: Heroes of the Grid, developed by Renegade Game Studios. Here is our review.

January 13, 2022 | 11:00 EST

A promotional image of Wreckland Run with weaponized cars attacking eachother
News

Wreckland Run Brings Solo Thrills To The Table

Renegade Game Studios and designer Scott Almes have announced Wreckland Run, a single-player car combat board game, is coming soon to Kickstarter.

January 12, 2022 | 02:29 EST

A shadowy creature made of self doubt looming over Raz
Opinions

The Mindful Compassion of Psychonauts 2

2021 was a year full of fantastic experiences, but Psychonauts 2 manages to stand out not just in terms of overall design, but how it portrays mental health in a healing and affirming way.

January 12, 2022 | 01:00 EST

Robotic walkers illustrated by Simon Stalenhag
News

Tales From The Loop Board Game Arrives From The Future

Tales From The Loop, the Swedish sci-fi series that became a successful Amazon Prime TV series, is getting a board game adaptation.

January 11, 2022 | 03:36 EST

A screenshot of the show floor for Essen Spiel 2021
News

Tabletop Gaming Convention Essen Spiel Acquired By Spielwarenmasse eG

Essen Spiel, one of the largest tabletop gaming conventions and trade shows in the world, has been acquired by marketing provider Spielwarenmasse eG.

January 10, 2022 | 03:44 EST

An armor screen for a hunter in Monster Hunter Rise
Guide

Monster Hunter Rise Weapon and Armor Guide

Here is our Monster Hunter Rise Weapon and Armor guide on how to make the most out the weapon and armor systems in, and how to find a build for yourself.

January 10, 2022 | 10:42 EST

A hunter looking at the remains of a campsite
Guide

Monster Hunter Rise Subcamps Guide | Subcamp Locations

In our Monster Hunter Rise Subcamps Guide, we'll show you how you can find every Monster Hunter Rise Subcamp location with ease!

January 8, 2022 | 02:57 EST

The featured artwork for the board game, Skate Summer
News

Skate Summer Gets Padded Up For Kickstarter

Pandasaurus have announced a new, card-based, risk management focused skateboarding game, Skate Summer, is coming soon to Kickstarter.

January 7, 2022 | 02:43 EST

The logos of Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast on a white background
News

Wizards of the Coast's Chris Cocks Promoted to Hasbro CEO

The Division Chief of Wizards of the Coast, Chris Cocks, has officially been promoted to CEO of the parent company, Hasbro.

January 6, 2022 | 03:24 EST

The logo for Warhammer+ over a grayscale battlefield
News

New Shows Coming to Warhammer+ This Year

Games Workshop reveals their release schedule for new shows, books, and more coming to their subscription-based streaming service, Warhammer+

January 5, 2022 | 03:15 EST

The box art for Voices In My Head, propped up on a wooden floor background
News

Voices In My Head Brings Internal Conflict To The Table

Unexpected Games announce their latest comedic board game, Voices in My Head, where you play as the different emotions of a man on trial.

January 4, 2022 | 02:24 EST

The board game set up for The Walking Dead: All Out War
News

The Walking Dead: All Out War Comes To An End

Mantic Games have officially announced that they will be stopping ongoing support and sales for The Walking Dead Miniatures Game.

January 3, 2022 | 04:13 EST

The boxes for the Power Rangers Dino Thunder Pack and Villain Pack 4 on a playmat
Review

Power Rangers Dino Thunder and Villain Pack 4 Review

Power Rangers: Heroes of the Grid releases two character packs that finally move the game out of the Zordon Era. This is our review.

January 1, 2022 | 12:00 EST

The witch Tasha with her magic spellbook open.
Feature

The Year of Tabletop Gaming 2021

With 2021 coming to a close, we look back at the world of tabletop gaming, the highs and the lows alike, while looking to the future.

December 31, 2021 | 11:00 EST

Artwork for the board game, The Oilman
News

Obscure Board Game The Oilman Finds A New Reserve

Obscure Canadian board game, The Oilman, is getting additional printings courtesy of a passionate collector from Alberta.

December 30, 2021 | 04:11 EST

Armies in Warhammer 40k fighting on Vigilus
News

Seasonal Content Coming To Warhammer 40k

Games Workshop have announced that future content released for Warhammer 40k will adopt a seasonal model with campaign books and sets following a theme.

December 28, 2021 | 12:15 EST

A robot wearing a denim jacket covered with pins and symbols from Bungie's history as a developer
Opinions

Destiny 2's Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack is A Successful Celebration

Destiny 2's Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack is both a celebration of the developer's storied history as well as an absurd lark for the community.

December 28, 2021 | 12:00 EST

Artwork of an army of dwarves fighting off fishmen invaders.
News

New Age of Sigmar Battlebox Heats a Briney Grudge

Games Workshop have announced a brand new battlebox for Warhammer: Age of Sigmar. Titled Fury of the Deep, it features the Fyreslayers and the Deepkin.

December 27, 2021 | 03:30 EST

A Chaos Hinnox about to be impaled by a warrior with glowing energy
Review

Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning Fatesworn Review

Despite a new creative team and some cut corners, Fatesworn manages feel like an epilogue for Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning. Here is our review.

December 24, 2021 | 10:30 EST

The large sluglike creature, Jabba The Hutt, from the Star Wars film series.
News

Star Wars Jabba's Palace Card Game Brings New Bargains

Asmodee Publishing and Z-Man Games have officially announced Jabba's Palace, a Star Wars spin-off of their popular card game, Love Letter.

December 23, 2021 | 03:02 EST