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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

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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

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Creating Hokko Life: Building 'Something From Nothing'

Simulation games offer us a relaxing and active escape from our current setting. Hokko Life aims to capture that and its creator Robert Tatnell talks about how it came to be.

June 16, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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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

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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

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All the Games Like The Sims at E3 2021

Looking for new games like The Sims? Some interesting life simulation games were highlighted during E3 2021, and some of them look promising.

June 14, 2021 | 06:43 EDT

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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

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E3 2021: Three Cool Sci-Fi Games Releasing this Year

Set for release by the end of 2021, Hooded Horse showcased three sci-fi games at E3 2021: Terra Invicta, Alliance of the Sacred Suns, and Falling Frontier. See our thoughts from the Hooded Horses press event.

June 12, 2021 | 10:30 EDT

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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

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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

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No More Heroes 1 and 2 Are Incredibly Basic on PC

No More Heroes 1 and 2's recent PC ports are certainly functional, but lack a lot of common PC features that many will find disappointing.

June 9, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

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Going Medieval's Save System is One of the Best I've Ever Seen

Going Medieval's save system makes managing your playthroughs a breeze—a must for colony sims and other games in challenging genres.

June 9, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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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

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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

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How a Charity Bundle for Palestinian Aid Raised $350,000 in a Weekend

We spoke with Alanna Linayre about how she assembled a Palestinian aid charity bundle on Itch.io that blew up overnight, containing over 1,000 items and raising over $350,000 in a weekend.

June 7, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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This Week in Valheim: Dying for Dioramas

This Week In Valheim, we explore a mod that lets you enter a new realm, some cool dioramas, and an easy way to kill Deathsquitos!

June 5, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

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Ultima: The Rise and Fall of an RPG Giant

Ultima is a name you may have heard of, but you're probably not too familiar with the tragic backstory to one of gaming's oldest franchises.

June 4, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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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

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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

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This Week in Valheim: Real Mead and Running Gauntlets

This Week in Valheim, we cover a deadly gauntlet that defends your base, a real Tasty Mead recipe, and the epic conclusion of a months-long fanart project!

May 29, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

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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

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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

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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

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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

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This Week in Valheim: Big Bucks and Happy Little Trees

This week in Valheim, we check out some happy little trees, a lesson on dealing with Stone Golems, and the addition of a rather suspicious new plant!

May 22, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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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

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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

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5 Valheim Buildings That Put Form Over Function

Looking for some cool Valheim building ideas? Check out these 5 Valheim buildings that are less about practicality and more about looking cool.

May 19, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

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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

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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

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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

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This Week in Valheim: Spirited Away, Big Boats, and Heavy Metal!

We're back with This Week in Valheim! Come check out a cool build from Spirited Away, some pretty cool mods, and more in this week's edition!

May 15, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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6 Essential Valheim Buildings Everyone Should Have

There are countless images of Valheim buildings out there in the world. Here are some that are essential to your survival.

May 15, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

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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

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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

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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

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This Week in Valheim: Massive Mountains and Happy Bees

This week in Valheim, we check out some pretty big player builds, a cool new mod that adds a drawbridge, a shout-out to the happiest bees, and so much more!

May 8, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

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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

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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

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Itching to Play: Sizeable

Sometimes we wanna feel smart but we don't want to exert ourselves or stress out. Here comes Sizeable, a relaxing and pleasant puzzle game to go through when you need a break or simple escape.

May 6, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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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

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Xbox Live Arcade: The Precursor to Game Pass

Xbox’s push for something different started with Xbox Live Arcade, but it remains strong and has been even more effective with Xbox Game Pass.

May 3, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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This Week in Valheim: Better Building and Furious Fulings

This week in Valheim, we explore a better way to build, a furious charge of angry Fulings, and what may be the worst storage system design we've ever seen.

May 1, 2021 | 11:30 EDT

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Nier Replicant's Technical Shortcomings

Nier Replicant Ver. 1.22 fixes some of the original's faults while radically overhauling its visuals. Despite the massive upgrade, it still doesn't look great, which is to be expected for a project of this scope. This makes its rendering setup on consoles and poor PC performance all the more confusing.

April 30, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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Is The New Mortal Kombat A Good Film Adaptation?

The new Mortal Kombat movie came out this past weekend, which means we need to figure out if it fell to the video game movie curse.

April 29, 2021 | 11:30 EDT

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What We Hope To See In The KOTOR Remake

With KOTOR reportedly getting the remake that it deserves, there are a few additions or changes that we think could really bring the game into the modern era.

April 26, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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This Week in Valheim: Trolls, Skull Thrones, and a Drivable Car!

This week in Valheim, we check out some cool 3D-printed creations, some good news from the devs, and one of the most awful mods we've seen to date.

April 24, 2021 | 11:30 EDT

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Friday Night Funkin’s Kickstarter Going Strong

Raising over $1.2 million over the course of a few days, the Friday Night Funkin' Kickstarter is still striving towards its highest tiers of stretch goals.

April 24, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

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Game Grooves: Exploring the Untitled Goose Game Vinyl

In Game Grooves, we explore physical gaming soundtracks to tell you what makes them special. Today, we look at the Untitled Goose Game Vinyl.

April 22, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

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Vokabulantis and the Language Barrier: How It Broke Through

Although language is incredibly important to the foundation of Vokabulantis, it appears to be a smokescreen for something more intentional, something more tender.

April 19, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

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This Week in Valheim: Ninja Warriors and VR Waifus

This week in Valheim, we explore a Ninja Warrior obstacle course, VR waifus, and what happens when you let your Stamina run out at the wrong time.

April 17, 2021 | 12:00 EDT