All the Games like Dark Souls at E3 2021
E3 2021 really came through for those that enjoy taking on challenging games like Dark Souls and dying over and over until they succeed.
June 19, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
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All the Games like Left 4 Dead at E3 2021
There were a host of multiplayer PvE games at E3 2021. Many of them look like Left 4 Dead, and most of those are coming to Xbox Game Pass.
June 18, 2021 | 05:00 EDT
Exploring Ruin Raiders With One Of The Artists
Ruin Raiders combines turn-based combat with roguelike RNG, all while sending you and your animal squad into the depths of maze-like ruins with robots!
June 17, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
10 Great Games You May Have Missed This E3
Across the over dozen streams during E3, hundreds of games get shown off or receive new trailers. Chances are you may have missed some great games. Here's a few that caught our eye.
June 16, 2021 | 01:37 EDT
Too Quick To Judge: Final Fantasy Origin Is A Lot Of Fun
After a false start the demo for Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is now available on PlayStation 5. If you were turned off by the trailer it's definitely worth checking out the demo, the game has a lot more going for it than expected
June 15, 2021 | 01:22 EDT
6 Terrible Games That Can Join Plumbers Don't Wear Ties
Plumbers Don't Wear Ties is getting a re-release. For some reason. I don't get it either, but here is an excuse to mention six terrible games in a list.
June 15, 2021 | 10:30 EDT
Some of the Highlights of the Wholesome Direct 2021
Looking for some Wholesome games to play? Here are some of the top picks from the 2021 Wholesome Games direct.
June 12, 2021 | 03:01 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Lit Loxes and Developer AMA Recap
This week in Valheim, we watch Loxes burn, recap a recent developer AMA from Reddit, and detail the sad news about the Hearth & Home Update being delayed.
June 12, 2021 | 10:00 EDT
Toy Soldiers HD Brings Little Figures and Big Ambitions
Toy Soldiers HD, an upcoming port and enhanced edition of a 2010 XBLA title, is months away. TechRaptor had a chance to sit down and chat with Brett Gow, EP for Toy Soldiers HD, about what changes can be expected.
June 11, 2021 | 01:00 EDT
Indie Bundle for Palestinian Aid - Our Top Picks
We break down some of our recommended picks from the Indie Bundle for Palestinian Aid, currently on Itch.io.
June 8, 2021 | 01:00 EDT
Xbox Series X: 20 FPS Boost Games With Lackluster Upgrades
Xbox Series X's FPS Boost is game-changing when it works and disappointing when it doesn't. While frame rates are often consistent, many titles make concerning sacrifices. This lost compiles 20 FPS Boost games that make major sacrifices, detailing their drawbacks.
June 8, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Talking Zoop and Crowdfunding with Co-founder Jordan Plosky
Zoop is a new crowdfunding service launching today that assists creators with additional tools covering marketing, project management, and fulfillment.
June 7, 2021 | 08:00 EDT
Kingdom Hearts UX Ending Reveals and Questions for the Future
Kingdom Hearts UX has ended, and there's been a lot to process. Just as you'd expect though it throws more about the future of Kingdom Hearts into question.
June 4, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
Building Characters in Skyrim's Ordinator Mod
Ordinator is one of the most popular perk mods for Skyrim Special Edition. With so many new, suddenly viable character concepts and builds, it can be a bit overwhelming. Here are four fleshed-out ideas.
May 31, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
How the Fallout Games Saved My Life
In the darkest time of my life, Fallout gave me something to reach for. This is a story of how this game series saved me from myself, and helped me discover how strong I really am.
May 27, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
A Brief History of Dragon Quest
Approaching its 35th anniversary, Dragon Quest remains as one of the most influential, if not often overlooked, franchises in the history of video games.
May 26, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
The Appeal of Escapism in Gaming
This past year has felt like a whirlwind. How do we cope with things unraveling beyond our control? Our grief?
May 26, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Where Does Resident Evil Go from Village?
Resident Evil Village may be the latest entry in the survival horror franchise, but what’s to come next? We look at the Resident Evil Village ending and see what the next entry may be.
May 24, 2021 | 01:00 EDT
In Praise of Mass Effect's Aliens
Mass Effect has some solid alien designs, even though, upon first glance, they are all pretty standard. The question is why is this the case? It ultimately has less to do with their physical designs, and more so how they are used to avert standard sci-fi tropes.
May 20, 2021 | 01:00 EDT
Video Games: Therapeutic Benefits of Fictional Worlds
It’s no secret that video games have therapeutic benefits, but we wanted to learn more. We spoke with Dr. Anthony Bean, a clinical depth psychologist and video game researcher.
May 20, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Mass Effect Legendary Edition's Only Notable Flaw
In the process of tweaking gameplay based on feedback, BioWare's stellar remaster goes a few steps too far in messing with the original Mass Effect's intent.
May 19, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
Van Richten's Guide To Ravenloft DM Tips You'll Want To Explore
Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft is out and with it we've gathered a number of tips for DMs to help create horror-filled experiences for their players
May 18, 2021 | 11:47 EDT
8 Games That Highlight Mental Health
Mental health is an important and sensitive topic. Luckily, there are plenty of games that depict these struggles and help shine a light on the matter.
May 18, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
New Pokemon Snap: The Difference 22 Years Makes
New Pokemon Snap changes a lot from the original game 22 years ago, but a lot of its loveable essence remains intact on the Switch.
May 17, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
How Football Manager Helped Me Get Through the Pandemic
The pandemic hasn't been easy for sports fans, but thanks to the Football Manager franchise, one fan found a way to cope in the lockdown.
May 14, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Understanding NieR Replicant and Yoko Taro
After spending several weeks in NieR Replicant I had a recurring thought. Did any of these new additions matter? The answer? It's complicated.
May 12, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
The 5 Best RPGs on Xbox Game Pass
From Kingdom Hearts to Skyrim, Xbox Game Pass is host to a haven for some of the best RPGs in gaming. Here are a few you should check out if you haven't already.
May 10, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
The Steady Decline of Google Stadia
It's been over a year after Stadia's launch, and the platform's had a wild ride.
May 7, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Resident Evil Timeline: Chris Redfield's Journey to Village
Chris Redfield's had a long and arduous journey since his humble beginnings that fateful July evening. What's he been doing in the canon, anyway?
May 7, 2021 | 11:30 EDT
9.6 Reasons We Want Lady Dimitrescu From Resident Evil Village to Step on Us
We all want the tall vampire lady from Resident Evil Village to step on us—but why?
May 5, 2021 | 12:00 EDT