All Reviews - Page 4

Below, you'll find all of our latest reviews and previews for both tabletop and gaming! We publish a number of gaming reviews and gaming previews a week, and at least one tabletop review or tabletop preview every week!



Our header image for our Archeos Society Review, featuring the box of the game and the text "incredible card collecting"
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Archeos Society Review - Is This The Year's Best Board Game?

With its clever set collecting and massive replayability, we think we found the sleeper hit of the season. Find out why in our Archeos Society Review!

October 2, 2023 | 02:41 EDT

A large moss covered giant yelling.
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Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur Review - David Struggles Against Goliath

Our Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur review takes a look at this new roguelike with heavy inspirations from Hades. How does it fare?

October 2, 2023 | 04:00 EDT

The two boxes containing the Wizkids The Legend of Drizzt 35th Anniversary miniatures next to each other with the TR Review Overlay
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Wizkids The Legend of Drizzt 35th Anniversary Minis Review - The Legendary Party Together For An Adventure

Drizzt Do'Urden, the legendary drow from R. A. Salvatore, is celebrating his 35th anniversary. With that Wizkida has released a Legend of Drizzt collection.

October 1, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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WizKids Adventure In A Box Mind Flayer Voyage Review - Some Assembly Required

Wizkids Adventure In A Box Mind Flayer Voyage is almost an all-in-one spot to have a Dungeons & Dragons 5e adventure aboard an Illithid Nautiloid

October 1, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Moonstone Island Review - Adventures Worth Fighting For

We take to the skies in our Moonstone Island review for monster-battling, exploration and alchemy, weighing out the pros and cons.

September 30, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

An image featuring new Warhammer 40K Fall 2023 Space Marines units.
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Warhammer 40K Fall 2023 Space Marines Review - Strike Hard!

We got a sneak peek at all the new Warhammer 40K Fall 2023 Space Marines, so read on for our thoughts on this batch of powerful additions to your Astartes!

September 30, 2023 | 05:00 EDT

The player character holds up a zombie head and makes it "talk" in Arizona Sunshine 2
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Arizona Sunshine 2 Preview – A Funslingin’ Good Time

We played an Arizona Sunshine 2 preview ahead of the game's launch later this year, and so far, it's shaping up to be a promising VR shooter.

September 29, 2023 | 04:00 EDT

Fate/Samurai Remnant featured image.
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Fate/Samurai Remnant Review - Musou Holy Grail

Fate/Samurai Remnant is a must-play for Fate fans, but newcomers should check out this musou as well.

September 28, 2023 | 07:00 EDT

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Wizkids Bigby Presents Glory of the Giants Icons of the Realms Review - Legally I Can't Call These Minis Anymore

Wizkids Bigby Presents Glory of the Giants allows you to gather giants to throw onto your D&D 5e table, standard enemies like Hobgoblins are also present.

September 27, 2023 | 12:00 EDT

The Wanderer is at the ready right before a boss fight in Silent Hope
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Silent Hope Review - Hoping for More

Discover our thoughts and impressions on Marvelous and XSEED’s latest dungeon-crawling adventure in our Silent Hope review.

September 27, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Dai summoning his Mark from Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai
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Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai Review - Memories Best Left Forgotten

Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai is an action game inspired by the Dragon Quest Manga that began in the late 80's

September 27, 2023 | 07:00 EDT

Dragon's Dogma 2 Preview Hero Image Showing the Arisen
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Dragon's Dogma 2 Preview - A Gorgeous, Wild World We Can't Wait to Explore

Here's TechRaptor's Dragon's Dogma 2 preview, examining an early build of Capcom's brand-ew RPG, which certainly feels familiar, in a good way.

September 23, 2023 | 11:05 EDT

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Witchfire Preview - I Keep Dying, But I Know It's My Fault

Witchfire is a tough roguelite FPS experience where players take on Witches as holy warriors, a simple mistake can mean your life and your witchfire.

September 21, 2023 | 04:42 EDT

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Preview - Twofold Reunion

We go hands-on with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth - an in-depth demo showcase of the ever-evolving Final Fantasy VII Remake series.

September 20, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

The main character, V, jumps from a great height, with Dogtown’s pyramid building seen in the distance.
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Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Review — High-Stakes Espionage

I felt a bit of trepidation prior to writing our Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty review - but in the end it was a great experience alongside the 2.0 update.

September 20, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Synduality: Echo of Ada Preview hero image showing a Cradle Coffin and a Magus
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Synduality: Echo of Ada Preview - A Promising New Anime-Style Mecha IP

In this hands-on preview of Synduality: Echo of Ada, TechRaptor examines an interesting new IP from Bandai Namco, mixing unmistakable anime style with mecha gameplay.

September 20, 2023 | 02:00 EDT

An image of new models for Destruction armies as part of our Warhammer Reign of the Brute Review
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Warhammer Reign of the Brute Review - Big Lore, Bigger Monsters

We're calling on the Dawnbringer Crusade to protect us against all forms of destructive peril in our Warhammer Reign of the Brute Review.

September 16, 2023 | 05:00 EDT

Ogerpon, the protagonist, and Carmine in Pokemon The Teal Mask DLC with review image text
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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet The Teal Mask Review - Best Storytelling, But Worst Performance

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC The Teal Mask is now out taking trainers to the Kitakami region and some of Pokemon's best storytelling.

September 13, 2023 | 09:37 EDT

A person cosplaying as a hunter attacks a CGI Paolumu in a Monster Hunter Now trailer.
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Monster Hunter Now Review In Progress

In our Monster Hunter Now review, we found it feels like an excellent extension of the formula, but we have some monetization-related worries.

September 13, 2023 | 09:00 EDT

The logo for Gunbrella, the gunbrella in red silhouette is seen behind.
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Gunbrella Review – Super Noir-tendo

A pulpy noir action-platformer that is a throwback to the SNES era with a lot of thoughts about modern current events. This is our Gunbrella review.

September 13, 2023 | 12:00 EDT

The Lies of P main character in a close up staring into the camera.
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Lies Of P Review - Do Puppets Have Souls?

Our Lies of P review takes a look at Neowiz's Soulslike-with-strings, so how long can we go without mentioning Bloodborne?

September 13, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview Image showing Basim and Roshan Dueling against sunlight
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Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview - So Long Gear Score, Hello Parry!

Basim, a street thief with aspirations to become a Hidden One, shows us classic AC gameplay in our Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview.

September 12, 2023 | 08:00 EDT

A tunnel in I Doesn't Exist that shows that there's more going on with this game than meets the eye
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I Doesn't Exist Review - Existential Dread

I Doesn't Exist is a short text adventure that takes risks in both storytelling and implementation of its gameplay.

September 12, 2023 | 08:00 EDT

Preview Image of Anansi from Anansi's Tapestry of Lives
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Anansi's Tapestry of Lives Review - Three Dimensional NPC Ready To Be Played

Anansi's Tapestry of Lives is a collection of drag-and-drop diverse NPC to fill your fantasy D&D world organized by where you'll find them.

September 11, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Fae Farm Review - Cover Image Player Character Running Across a Late-Game Farm
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Fae Farm Review - A Little Bit of Magic

Fae Farm has some innovative new ideas for Farming RPGs, but it also makes some major mistakes in game design. Read our Fae Farm review to find out more!

September 11, 2023 | 10:17 EDT

The main character sharing a kiss from Eternights with the name and review graphic overlayed
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Eternights Review – Dates and Dungeons

What happens when Devil May Cry, Persona, and a dating sim come together? Something odd but strangely compelling. This is our Eternights review.

September 11, 2023 | 09:45 EDT

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Stronghold: Definitive Edition Preview - A Blast From the Past

Stronghold: Definitive Edition looks to stay true to the original 2001 release, while adding a few improvements to visuals and more.

September 10, 2023 | 11:30 EDT

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First Dwarf Preview - Dwarven Delight

First Dwarf, an action RPG and base-builder, has players take control of Tru, accompanied by his trusty companion Ragna.

September 10, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Warhammer Heroes Strike Force Justian
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Warhammer Heroes Strike Force Justian Review

Mixing wargaming with the style of trading cards? That's what the new Kill Team does. We explain all in our Warhammer Heroes Strike Force Justian Review.

September 9, 2023 | 05:24 EDT

Dungeons of Hinterberg featuring the title character, Luisa.
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Dungeons of Hinterberg Preview - It's Time to Explore

We got some hands-on time with Dungeons of Hinterberg. Take on 25 dungeons in this fuse of action RPG and social sim.

September 8, 2023 | 10:30 EDT

The player character attacks an enemy in Enotria: The Last Song
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Enotria: The Last Song Preview - The Flavors of Italy

Enotria: The Last Song’s use of color & atmosphere felt vibrant in the sea of Soulslikes out there. Read our thoughts in our Enotria: The Last Song preview.

September 8, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince - The hero Psaro looks cool
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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Preview - A Pokemon-Like With Its Own Personality

Here's TechRaptor's preview of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, marking the return of Square Enix's answer to Pokemon with a new but familiar hero.

September 8, 2023 | 09:47 EDT

Cities Skylines 2 Key Art Preview Hero Image Showing a Beautiful City
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Cities: Skylines 2 Preview - Listening to Your Community Works

Here's TechRaptor's preview of Cities: Skylines 2, a game obviously built while paying close attention to community feedback, and it shows.

September 8, 2023 | 09:00 EDT

A station wagon modified with a lot of different materials, lit in a garage.
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Pacific Drive Is A Wholly Unique Roguelike Experience

Pacific Drive is an oddly immersive roguelike whose habitual, methodical mechanics all about caring for a beat up station wagon make for one gripping experience.

September 7, 2023 | 12:00 EDT

Towerborne Preview Hero Art Showing the Aces and the Belfry
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Towerborne Preview - Destiny Meets Golden Axe & King of Dragons

Here's TechRaptor's Towerborne preview, highlighting a game that feels like a love child of Destiny and arcade games of yore like King of Dragons.

September 7, 2023 | 11:19 EDT

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Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch Preview - Strategy Strikes Again

From PAX West 2023, Ocean Drive Studios' strategy series returns with a spin-off called Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch.

September 7, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Pieta looks into the camera during a cutscene in Lords of the Fallen
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Lords of the Fallen Preview - A Soulslike Surprise

I had my hesitations about it, but now, it’s bumped up my list of anticipated October releases. Find out why in our Lords of the Fallen preview.

September 7, 2023 | 10:30 EDT

Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl Key Art Showing a Stalker and the game's logo
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Preview - Still Rough but Promising

TechRaptor's S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl preview explores the Zone through a build that feels still rough but shows promise.

September 6, 2023 | 04:00 EDT

Party Animals - Nemo, Harry, and Underbite Fly Out of a Portal
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Party Animals Preview - I Was Going to Skip This And I'm Happy I Didn't

Here's Techraptor's Party Animals preview, discussing how a game that we were going to skip ended up being one of Gamescom's highlights.

September 6, 2023 | 03:16 EDT

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Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore - More than a CD-i Game

Paying homage to a group of notorious old-school games, Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore is a worthy and actually good spiritual successor.

September 6, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

An image of the title character for Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai.
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Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai Preview - Anime Goodness

At PAX West 2023, we checked out Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai at Square Enix's booth.

September 5, 2023 | 11:30 EDT

The player character approaches a dog in Animal Well
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Animal Well Preview - It's Feeling Magical

Our Animal Well preview dives into why you shouldn't miss this upcoming platformer from Billy Basso's studio, Shared Memory, and BigMode.

September 5, 2023 | 10:30 EDT

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Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk Review - Not Quite Sure What It Wants To Be

Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk is an update and expansion of D&D 5th edition's best beginner adventure The Lost Mines of Phandelver.

September 5, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

Mario in elephant form running to collect coins.
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Super Mario Bros. Wonder Preview - Mario is Getting Weird With It

I had the chance to play Super Mario Bros. Wonder at Nintendo Live, and it is weird in all the right ways. The creativity is off the charts.

September 3, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Big Boy Boxing Preview - A True Successor to Punch-Out

Big Boy Boxing, a game heavily inspired by the likes of Punch-Out, makes an impressive showing at PAX West 2023.

September 3, 2023 | 09:30 EDT

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Starfield Review - An Interstellar Adventure

Our Starfield review tackles Bethesda's latest outing as a brave new IP that sits comfortable in its systems and design philosophies, but not without shortcomings.

August 31, 2023 | 12:00 EDT

Key art for Trine 5, depicting the heroes Amadeus, Pontius, and Zoya as well as the villains of the game
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Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy Review - Machine Tooled

Our Trine 5 review takes a look at the fifth outing for Amadeus, Pontius, and Zoya, and the crow's feet are starting to show.

August 29, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

Life by You Key Art - Humans enjoy their time in town as the sun sets.
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Life by You Preview - The Sims May be About to Have Some Serious Competition

Life by You impressed TechRaptor at Gamescom with deep life sim gameplay as well as expansive job systems, crafting, and customization potential.

August 29, 2023 | 09:00 EDT

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Sea Of Stars Review - A Voyage to the Past

Sea Of Stars is a retro-inspired turn-based RPG that borrows from classics like Chrono Trigger while adding its own flair on things.

August 29, 2023 | 07:41 EDT

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Sonic Superstars Preview - Co-op Chaos

We try out the Sonic Superstars preview with Sega, exploring Bridge Island and testing out the new co-op mode in Pinball Carnival.

August 29, 2023 | 04:00 EDT

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Endless Dungeon Preview - Save the Crystal, Save the Dungeon

We settle down with Sega for an Endless Dungeon preview hands-on, showing off the Saloon and the dungeons themselves, all ready for crystal-defense.

August 28, 2023 | 12:00 EDT