Console Gaming News, Reviews, and Articles

Looking for the latest Console gaming news, or want to check out the latest TechRaptor reviews for your favorite console platform? We publish a wide variety of news and reviews for Xbox One, Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, and sometimes even retro consoles and games! We also have a good amount of PC Gaming coverage as well, for those that prefer the mouse and keyboard to a controller!

Read on for some of our latest console gaming coverage!

Latest Console Gaming News

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Prison Architect 2 Delayed by Several Months

Paradox Interactive has announced that Prison Architect 2 has been delayed by several months, but there's a pretty good reason for the delay.

April 19, 2024 | 08:55 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 PlayStation Release Confirmed for July

Red Hook Studios has announced that Darkest Dungeon 2, the followup to 2016's unutterably bleak dungeon-crawler, will hit PlayStation in July.

April 18, 2024 | 12:21 EDT

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F1 24 Reveals Revamped Career, New Dynamic Handling System, and More

EA has revealed what you can expect from the upcoming F1 24, including a new handling system, a revamped Career Mode, and much more.

April 18, 2024 | 11:54 EDT

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Cities: Skylines 2 PS5 and Xbox Series X|S Versions Delayed Again

Paradox has delayed the console versions of Cities: Skylines 2 yet again, and the publisher has also apologized for the general state of the game.

April 18, 2024 | 11:19 EDT

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(UPDATED) Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Announced, Releasing This Year

A trailer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 appears to have leaked ahead of an announcement by Warhorse Studios later today.

April 18, 2024 | 10:28 EDT

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Baldur's Gate 3 Mod Support Coming in Patch 7 Alongside New Evil Endings

Larian has announced that Baldur's Gate 3 mod support will finally be added as part of the upcoming Patch 7, as well as new evil endings and more.

April 18, 2024 | 09:48 EDT

Console Gaming Features

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Andrew Otton's Best Games of 2023

TechRaptor's Editor in Chief Andrew Otton talks his favorite games from 2023, the year with seemingly endless great games.

January 19, 2024 | 12:00 EST

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Robert Scarpinito's Top 10 Games of 2023

It's been a wild ride with lots of ups and lots of downs. Sifting through a mountain of gems, here's Robert's top 10 games of 2023.

January 19, 2024 | 12:00 EST

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Don Parsons' Top Games of 2023

We're talking about our favorite games of 2023, and in this list, Don Parsons shares his favorite games from small games you never heard of to one of the best games ever!

January 19, 2024 | 12:00 EST

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Final Fantasy XIV Orchestra Concert 2023 in London Was a Majestic, Emotional Celebration

Right on the tail of Final Fantasy XIV's London Fan Festival, Square Enix hosted the latest "Eorzean Symphony" orchestra concert dedicated to the game. 

December 20, 2023 | 09:00 EST

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Tekken 8 Interview - Discussing Story, Gameplay, and Approaching New Players

We chat with the developers behind Tekken 8 to deep dive into its all-new gameplay mechanics and status as the longest ongoing narrative in a video game.

December 12, 2023 | 09:00 EST

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The TechRaptor Tabletop Holiday Gift Guide 2023

Incredible, approachable gifting options make our TechRaptor Tabletop Holiday Gift Guide your essential go-to source this winter season.

December 9, 2023 | 06:15 EST

Latest Console Gaming Reviews

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Penny's Big Breakaway Review - Shut Up and Dance

In the wake of Sonic Mania becoming a runaway success, Christian Whitehead has formed a new studio. But is Penny's Big Breakaway the delightful debut of a superstar?

March 1, 2024 | 10:30 EST

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Helldivers 2 Review - Fighting for Managed Democracy

Helldivers 2 took the gaming community by surprise with wild success. Take a look at the TechRaptor Helldivers 2 review and see what we thought!

March 1, 2024 | 10:00 EST

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Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster Review - Return of the KEX

With enhanced visuals and modern improvements, our Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster tells you why you shouldn't miss this release.

February 28, 2024 | 08:00 EST

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Wrath: Aeon of Ruin Review - Brutal, Yet Underwhelming

In this review, find out how Wrath: Aeon of Ruin, a game long in development, stacks up against other boomer shooters on the market.

February 26, 2024 | 10:00 EST

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Review - I'd Explain But I Don't Think I Can

In our Final Fantasy VII Rebirth review we discuss what makes the story impactful, while making slight tweaks, as well as the fast combat and exploration.

February 22, 2024 | 09:00 EST

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Skull and Bones Review - Dead and Buried Already

Our Skull and Bones review for PS5 details why Ubisoft's latest live service is one of its worst attempts yet and a huge step back from the game that inspired it.

February 21, 2024 | 10:05 EST