The Problem With Clive Rosfield in Final Fantasy XVI
Final Fantasy XVI has a lot to say about prejudice and the human condition, but Clive is so ridiculously cool that he undermines its early central themes.
June 29, 2023
Articles about Gaming and Tabletop - Page 3
Below, you'll find all of our latest articles we've written about different topics in gaming and tabletop! There's a lot we cover these days, from features about the hottest games, to opinion articles about hot topics in gaming, and interviews with game developers from around the industry as well!
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How Final Fantasy XVI Perfected the Quick-Time Event
Quick-time events, one of the most notorious game mechanics, become something much bigger (and better) in Final Fantasy XVI.
June 27, 2023
The Final Fantasy Game We Lost - Low Poly 002
As we celebrate the launch of Final Fantasy XVI, let's look back to the lost Final Fantasy game and how it lives on at Square Enix today.
June 23, 2023
MTG Tales Of Middle-earth Product Showcase
From bundles to jumpstart packs and beyond, we're checking out a barrow's worth of treasures from the new Tales of Middle-earth Magic: The Gathering set!
June 23, 2023
How Animal Crossing Ushered in the Age of Endless Games
Animal Crossing has been delighting players for 22 years now, so we took a look at how this series helped define a genre and ushered in an era of endless games.
June 20, 2023
The Top 3 Takeaways of Summer Game Fest 2023 - Low Poly 001
The SGF season has wrapped up so Social Lead Christian Buckley sits down to highlight the biggest stories and winners from this year's shows.
June 16, 2023
The Best Lore Deep Cuts in Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth MTG
Find out more of the history behind the cards in Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth as we look at the new MTG Set's deeper cuts from Tolkien's writing
June 16, 2023
Should You Let The One Ring Tempt You In MTG Tales Of Middle-earth?
The Fellowship may not have wanted to use the One Ring or let it tempt them, the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth MTG set may tell a different tale.
June 16, 2023
Could Starfield Lead the Way to Xbox's Best Year Yet?
The last year has not been kind to Xbox fans at all when it came to first party games, but is Starfield enough to turn the tide of disappointment?
June 14, 2023
Ten of The Hardest Levels in Games
If you're looking for a challenge that can truly define the term "hard but fair," look no further than this list of 10 of the hardest levels in games.
June 6, 2023
Rift Apart's PC Port Is a Reminder To Not Believe All the Marketing Hype
Ratchet & Clank: Rifts Apart PC release is the latest reminder that what companies say in June, isn't necessarily the truth
June 5, 2023
Blizzard Builds Sanctuary in a "Much Darker Lens" for Diablo IV
If you ever wanted to know what it takes to create a sprawling game world and its many dungeons, these Diablo IV devs have you covered.
May 30, 2023
Who Is the Audience for Sony's Project Q Streaming Device?
Who is the target audience for Sony's Project Q? The Project Q handheld device that connects to a PS5 via streaming is cool, but will it be widely adopted?
May 26, 2023
Alchemy RPG, VTTs, and A Focus on Roleplaying
We at TechRaptor have a conversation with Alchemy RPG CEO Chris Eddie about their VTT, and the challenges of approachability.
May 26, 2023
Tears of the Kingdom Turns Glitches Into Gameplay
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom turns glitches into gameplay. Players have found countless ways to get around, solve puzzles, and crucify Koroks.
May 22, 2023
Final Fantasy XVI Interview: Naoki Yoshida Discusses Creating a More Mature Final Fantasy & More
TechRaptor interviews Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki Yoshida and art director Hiroshi Minagawa about the brand-new chapter of the storied franchise.
May 22, 2023
How Fuse Solved Breath of the Wild’s Weapon Durability Problem
In Breath of the Wild, a broken weapon presents a problem. In Tears of the Kingdom, a broken weapon presents infinite possibilities thanks to Fuse.
May 21, 2023
A Day With Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game
We were recently invited to spend a day with Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game, and now we'll share the details with you!
May 18, 2023
Investigating the Scrumptious Scoundrels of Dimension 20: The Ravening War Character Analysis
Now that we've met all of the party for the latest Dimension 20 season it's time to dive into some Ravening War Character Analysis
May 10, 2023
Anjali Bhimani Talks With Us About Lady Amangeaux and Dimension 20: The Ravening War
Anjali Bhimani talks with us about The Ravening War, her character Lady Amangeaux, and the state of the world in Dimension 20: A Crown of Candy's prequel.
May 9, 2023
Star Wars Shatterpoint First Impressions
We're unboxing the new highly anticipated Star Wars Shatterpoint to see what's inside, what it's like to build everything, and what we think of the ruleset
May 4, 2023
Five Cool Things in Pathfinder Lost Omens Firebrands
With the release of Pathfinder Lost Omens Firebrands, Paizo's TTRPG now has the tools for daring rebellions and revolution. Here are just five cool things.
May 1, 2023
Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores Taught Me I've Had Thalassophobia for Years
The Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores DLC made me realize I've had Thalassophobia for years, I just didn't know it had a name.
April 28, 2023
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Blizzard Plans to Use Player Feedback to Balance Diablo IV
Diablo IV developers tell us some new information on the customization options players can expect ahead of the June launch.
April 25, 2023
Resident Evil 4 Remake Sets a Gold Standard for Replayability
Resident Evil 4 Remake sets a gold standard for replayability. The Resident Evil 4's New Game Plus and unlockables make it a joy to play again and again.
April 24, 2023
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Microsoft Flight Simulator Interview - iniBuilds CEO Discusses the Work of the Prominent Developer
TechRaptor interviews CEO Ubaid Mussa of iniBuilds, one of the most prominent third-party add-on developers for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
April 22, 2023
B. Dave Walters Talks Murder Mystery Writing For Foul Play
We talk with B. Dave Walters about being a writer for the interactive Murder Mystery experience Foul Play as well as how settings and characters were made.
April 19, 2023
Diablo IV's Endgame Is Going to Keep You Captive
If you're interested in learning what the world has in store for players once they reach Diablo IV's endgame, look no further.
April 12, 2023
Roblox, Fashion Week, and the Rise of Metaverse Fashion
Digital fashion isn't exactly new. However, the fact that there's a thriving Metaverse fashion industry may take you by surprise.
April 10, 2023
TTRPG Settings That Need a Film Adaptation
With the critical and commercial success of the D&D movie, we have a list of other TTRPG settings that could make the leap to the big screen.
April 8, 2023
The Best Games From PAX East 2023
Our team attended PAX East 2023 and checked out dozens of games. Here are eight games you should be anticipating in the coming months.
April 6, 2023
SNEG Interview: GoG Veterans Discuss Bringing Back Classic D&D Games & More
SNEG directors Oleg Klapovskiy and Artem Shchuiko talk about bringing back immortal D&D games and other RPGs from a bygone golden age.
April 6, 2023
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Interview - Discovering the Philosophies Behind the Fallen Order Sequel
We chat up the Star Wars Jedi: Survivor staff at Respawn to find out just what's new for the big sequel, as well as insight into their relationship with Lucasfilm and development challenges.
April 3, 2023
What's The Deal With Analog Horror Games?
Analog horror games are a relatively new genre of indie video game, so what exactly are they about, and where are they going to end up?
April 3, 2023
Death From Above Interview: Director Discusses the Game, Supporting Ukraine, & Propaganda
Death from Above lets you play as a Ukrainian soldier fighting against Russian invaders; TechRaptor interviews game director Hendrik Lesser.
March 30, 2023
FableCraft Creators Talk About Their Accessible Digital TTRPG
FableCraft is a new Digital-first TTRPG that focuses on creating a low barrier of entry for anyone interested in embarking on a roleplaying adventure.
March 29, 2023
‘A New World’ Concert Intimately Celebrates Final Fantasy Music
A New World: Intimate Music From Final Fantasy is a live celebration of Final Fantasy music played by a smaller chamber ensemble.
March 27, 2023
Warhammer 40K 10th Edition FAQ: Don't Get Left Behind!
With the announcement of a new edition of Games Workshop's flagship tabletop game, we answer all your questions in our Warhammer 40K 10th Edition FAQ.
March 24, 2023
Taking Your Time: What I Learned Spending a Year Playing Persona 5 Royal
I spent a year playing Persona 5 Royal in real time. I learned many lessons along the way of my Persona 5 Royal playthrough, like valuing time.
March 21, 2023
Ten Cool New Items In Pathfinder Treasure Vault
Interested in the new items and mechanics introduced in Pathfinder Treasure Vault? This lights highlights just ten of them and their uses.
March 21, 2023
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Project MBR Interview: Lunar, Grandia, & Gungriffon Veteran Yoichi Miyaji Discusses New Mecha Game
TechRaptor interviews Sieg Games CEO Yoichi Miyaji about the upcoming multiplayer mecha game Project MBR, currently on Kickstarter.
March 15, 2023
Best Bachelorettes in My Time at Sandrock
We count down and rank the best bachelorettes in My Time at Sandrock. Do you agree with our rankings? Let us know who's your favorite!
March 11, 2023
The Best Bachelors in My Time at Sandrock
We've got our list of the best bachelors in My Time at Sandrock. Where did your favorites rank on the list? From worst to best, we've got them all!
March 11, 2023
It's 2023, Why Don't We Have More Customized PS5 Accessories?
It's 2023, why don't we have more customized PS5 accessories? Where's the God of War PS5 faceplate or Spider-Man Dual Sense controller?
March 8, 2023
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Microsoft Flight Simulator Antonov An-225 Interview: the Revival of the "Mriya" & More
Microsoft released the Antonov An-225 for Microsoft Flight Simulator, and TechRaptor interviewed Jorg Neumann and Antonov crew members about it.
March 8, 2023
Every Professor Layton Game Ranked
Every Professor Layton game ranked, in anticipation of the upcoming release of Professor Layton and the New World of Steam!
March 7, 2023
Destiny 2 Lightfall: What Happened With That Finale?
The release of Destiny 2 Lightfall is packed with new content, new subclasses, and an ending that confused more than intrigued.
March 6, 2023
How These Healing Dice Can Save A Life
We interviewed the team behind The Healing Dice to learn more about these dice with organs in them and the power of being an organ donor
February 28, 2023
The Most Unique Versions of Pikachu
Everyone knows what Pikachu looks like, but the Mouse Pokémon likes to shake things up sometimes with new looks. These are the best versions of Pikachu.
February 28, 2023
The Culture Shock of Moving From D&D to Pathfinder
Moving from D&D 5e to a new system takes a bit of work. But when pivoting to Pathfinder, it can result in serious culture shock.
February 28, 2023
A Brief History of Digital Magic: The Gathering Games
The digital history of Magic: The Gathering is full of struggles and successes, and they were all necessary to get to where Arena is today.
February 27, 2023