Robert Scarpinito TechRaptor

Robert Scarpinito

Features Editor

Joined TechRaptor: October 2017

About Robert Scarpinito

Robert Scarpinito is the Features Editor of TechRaptor. With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the Ohio State University, sharing compelling stories is at the core of what he loves. Whether it's an engaging narrative in a video game or a powerful tale in the industry, he's always looking for the next story to enjoy.

Robert started working at TechRaptor in October 2017, working his way up from staff writer to part of the editorial team. His writing has covered a spectrum including news, interviews, reviews, and features, and he currently works on the weekly TechRaptor Podcast alongside CEO & Founder Rutledge Daugette, Editor in Chief Andrew Otton, and Senior Content Manager Andrew Stretch.

By day, Robert works as a copywriter in the fashion industry. Though his major interests lie in cooking, music, and all things gaming, he's always open to learning about what makes other people excited. When he's not working on TechRaptor, you can find him experimenting with cocktails, listening to podcasts, or doing something we all love: enjoying a video game.

Articles by Robert Scarpinito


Total Articles: 230


Macho Man Randy Savage in WrestleQuest, taunting to the camera
Preview

WrestleQuest Is Wrestling and RPG Tag Team Perfection 

The PAX West WrestleQuest preview demo showed off how bombastic pro wrestling and RPG fantasy are a match made in heaven.

September 9, 2022 | 12:30 EDT

Kenny the gun shooting at enemies in High on Life
Feature

Justin Roiland Has High Hopes for High on Life

High on Life the next big IP to come out of Squanch Games, and studio CEO Justin Roiland has high hopes -- including potential High on Life DLC.

September 7, 2022 | 12:00 EDT

Monkey D. Luffy ready for battle in One Piece Odyssey
Preview

One Piece Odyssey Is a Love Letter to Fans

One Piece Odyssey was on the show floor at PAX West, and we got a chance to see if this turn-based RPG would live up to its source material's pedigree.

September 6, 2022 | 11:30 EDT

A macabre alleyway in Lies of P, featuring an automaton in the foreground.
Preview

Lies of P Is Bloodborne With Strings Attached

Curious about the upcoming totally not Bloodborne Soulslike? Our Lies of P Preview is here to answer all your questions about Round8's next game.

September 4, 2022 | 12:00 EDT

My Time at Sandrock Preview
Preview

I Don’t Want to End My Time at Sandrock

Three years ago, Pathea Games launched My Time at Portia. Now in just a few short weeks, its sequel, My Time at Sandrock, will hit Steam Early Access.

May 12, 2022 | 09:00 EDT

Stack Up Profile
Feature

Stack Up: How Gaming's Military Charity Adapted to the Pandemic

COVID-19 stopped a lot of things in their tracks, but military charity Stack Up found ways to adapt and overcome those pandemic woes.

May 3, 2022 | 12:00 EDT

Techtonica
Preview

PAX East: Techtonica Preview

If factory building, resource gathering, and cave exploring are up your alley, then Techtonica from Fire Hose Games should be on your radar.

April 26, 2022 | 11:30 EDT

LEGO Bricktales
Preview

PAX East: LEGO Bricktales Preview

With its lighthearted narrative and playful attitude, LEGO Bricktales is shaping up to be a wonderful supplement to real-world bricks for any LEGO fan.

April 26, 2022 | 11:00 EDT

evil west preview
Preview

PAX East Evil West Preview

High noon meets full moon in this supernatural take on the Wild West. Here's our hands-on impressions of the first demo of Evil West.

April 25, 2022 | 12:00 EDT

Techtonica
Feature

Digging Into the Mystery in Factory-Building Sim Techtonica

TechRaptor speaks with Fire Hose President and Founder Eitan Glinert to learn more about Techtonica and how it might stand up to its competition.

April 4, 2022 | 12:00 EDT

Luminous Avenger iX 2
Review

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 Review

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 is the follow-up to the 2019 action platformer, but does it improve on its predecessor?

January 27, 2022 | 09:00 EST

RazerStore Seattle
Feature

What's Up with Razer's Brick-and-Mortar Stores?

So what exactly can you expect when you walk into a RazerStore? And is it worth going to one if it shows up in your area?

December 7, 2021 | 12:00 EST

Life is Strange True Colors Alex Chen
Feature

How Life is Strange: True Colors Gets Asian-American Representation Right

The down-to-earth sensibilities in Life is Strange: True Colors help ground Alex Chen as one of the most relatable Asian Americans in video games.

September 21, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

PAX West 2021
Feature

PAX West 2021 Felt Quiet — And That’s OK

For its return in the midst of a difficult pandemic, PAX West 2021 was still a kind, warm, fun event for Memorial Day weekend.

September 10, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

Turbo Overkill Preview
Preview

Turbo Overkill Lives Up to Its Ridiculous Name

Turbo Overkill is an upcoming first-person shooter set in a cyberpunk world, where players sling guns and rev chainsaw legs to defeat a cybernetic army.

September 9, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Tales of Arise Review
Review

Tales of Arise Review

Curious about whether the five-year wait was worth it? Our Tales of Arise review answers everything you need to know about Bandai Namco's latest.

September 8, 2021 | 10:00 EDT

Forgotten City
Feature

The Forgotten City Redefines the Video Game Moral Compass

The Forgotten City may seem like an interesting mystery game on its surface, but it's the surprisingly deep philosophical questions that keep us thinking.

August 4, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

Microsoft E3
Opinions

Xbox Game Pass Wins Big at Microsoft’s E3

Microsoft had some big reveals at E3, but the star of the show was Xbox Game Pass, where all these big reveals intersected.

June 13, 2021 | 03:15 EDT

Naraka Bladepoint

Naraka: Bladepoint Release Date Announced

Naraka: Bladepoint is an upcoming battle royale that isn't about modern-military firearms. Instead, you use martial arts, bows, and grappling hooks to be the last fighter standing.

June 13, 2021 | 01:16 EDT

Resident Evil Village
Opinions

Ethan Winters Makes & Breaks Resident Evil Village

Lots of people may hate Ethan (and for good reason). But by the end of the game, he becomes a launchpad for Resident Evil's future.

May 19, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

Returnal
Opinions

Will There Be More AAA Roguelites?

Returnal, from the ground up, is the first AAA roguelite, but it might not be the last.

May 7, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Doom Eternal
Feature

The Best Game Music of 2020 - Doom Eternal

December 31, 2020 | 12:00 EST

persona 5 royal
Feature

The Best Game Music of 2020 - Persona 5 Royal

December 24, 2020 | 11:00 EST

Hades
Feature

The Best Game Music of 2020 - Hades

December 18, 2020 | 12:00 EST