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Tyler Chancey

Staff Writer

Joined TechRaptor: 3/14/2020

About Tyler Chancey

Ever since he was small, Tyler Chancey has had a deep, abiding love for video games and a tendency to think and overanalyze everything he enjoyed. This passion continued into his adulthood as he continued to express his love of the medium across multiple different hobbyist sites, refining his creative voice. He has worn many hats as part of these endeavors. Writer, editor, consultant, PR, podcast host, the list goes on. While many of those outlets have closed their doors, the experience gained was vital.

Tyler is a major advocate for not just games as a creative medium and a form of entertainment, but in its therapeutic application for those coping with mental illness. This has extended into his coverage and love of the tabletop and TTRPG space thanks to his passionate association with non-profit organizations like The Bodhana Group, and Rise Above the Disorder. This has instilled a strong desire to ensure that all voices from all walks of life are welcome at the table and can have their moments in the spotlight, and all of the skills of communication and emotional labor that comes with it.

When he isn't writing about games, making material for his TTRPG campaigns with fellow colleagues and beloved streamers, or singing as part of his local church congregation, he spends his time disguised as nobody important.

Articles by Tyler Chancey


Total Articles: 921


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Playstation 5 Access Controller Brings Accessibility This December

Sony have announced a release date for their Playstation 5 Access Controller. They also present various hardware features and pricing details.

July 13, 2023 | 03:44 EDT

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Heroquest Rise of the Dread Moon Breathes New Life Into 30-Year Old Game

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July 12, 2023 | 04:27 EDT

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Star Trek Captain's Log Solo Roleplaying Game Charts A New Course

Modiphius Entertainment have announced the Star Trek Captain's Log Solo Roleplaying Game, a solo journal version of their award-winning TTRPG.

July 11, 2023 | 03:04 EDT

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Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Cities of Sigmar Army Previewed

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July 10, 2023 | 03:28 EDT

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The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game The Two Towers Expansion Announced

Fantasy Flight Games have announced The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game The Two Towers expansion, a repackaged release of two older expansions.

July 7, 2023 | 03:02 EDT

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Immortals of Aveum Unpacked Trailer Reveals Plot, World, and Characters

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July 6, 2023 | 02:46 EDT

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Warhammer 40k 10th Edition Update Nerfs Aeldari

Games Workshop has released a Warhammer 40k 10th Edition update, rebalancing certain mechanics and unit costs across different armies.

July 5, 2023 | 02:08 EDT

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Warhammer 40k Starter Sets Announced By Games Workshop

Games Workshop have announced several Warhammer 40k Starter Sets. These sets are packed with materials to help people get into the tabletop hobby.

July 3, 2023 | 03:49 EDT

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Magic: The Gathering The One Ring Card Has Been Found

The one-of-a-kind Magic: The Gathering The One Ring card has finally been found. The card has been submitted, authenticated, and graded.

June 30, 2023 | 04:07 EDT

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Jokkmokk: The Winter Market Board Game Announced By Wizkids

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June 29, 2023 | 05:10 EDT

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Newest D&D Unearthed Arcana Introduces New Subclasses

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June 28, 2023 | 02:29 EDT

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Essence20 Field Guide to Action & Adventure Review

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June 28, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin Combat Gameplay Trailer Revealed

Frontier Developments have released a new Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin gameplay trailer, showcasing the game's combat ethos.

June 27, 2023 | 04:12 EDT

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What You Can Experience At Free RPG Day 2023

Free RPG Day 2023 arrives June 24. For those that live in the US, here is a list of what you can experience at your local game store.

June 23, 2023 | 03:59 EDT

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Laws of the Night Studio Partners with Renegade Game Studios

Renegade Game Studios partners with By Night Studios to expand distribution of the Vampire The Masquerade LARP book, Laws of the Night.

June 22, 2023 | 02:08 EDT

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Warhammer 40k 10th Edition App Announced for Mobile

Games Workshop have released a new Warhammer 40k 10th Edition app for mobile. It will allow users to build armies and reference datasheets for free.

June 21, 2023 | 02:50 EDT

Official artwork from Dreams and Machines, featuring a group of scavengers and a group of mechs charged with purple energy.
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Dreams and Machines Revealed By Modiphius

Modiphius Entertainment have announced a new tabletop IP called Dreams and Machines. Its starter set will debut this August at Gen Con.

June 20, 2023 | 06:52 EDT

A screenshot from the Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults gameplay trailer, showing players going through a dungeon with fire jet traps.
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Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults Gameplay Trailer Revealed By BKOM

BKOM Studios and Paizo Inc. have revealed a Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults gameplay trailer, showcasing characters, levels, boss fights, and co-op attacks.

June 19, 2023 | 03:33 EDT

Official artwork of the Forbidden Lands expansion Book of Beasts, showing a large mutated giant creature towering over a knight in armor
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Forbidden Lands Expansions Announced By Free League Publishing

Free League Publishing have announced two Forbidden Lands expansions, adding more lethal encounters to the award-winning fantasy survival TTRPG.

June 15, 2023 | 02:44 EDT

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Star Wars Villainous: Scum and Villainy Announced

Ravensburger announces Star Wars Villainous: Scum and Villainy, a new expansion that introduces three new playable characters.

June 13, 2023 | 03:06 EDT

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Monopoly: Hasbro 100th Anniversary Edition Announced

WS Game Company and Hasbro announce Monopoly: Hasbro 100th Anniversary Edition, a custom version of the game featuring over 90 different properties.

June 12, 2023 | 02:41 EDT

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Warhammer 40k 10th Edition Space Marine Index Now Available

Games Workshop has released the Warhammer 40k 10th Edition Space Marine Index, giving players easy access to army rules and datasheets.

June 9, 2023 | 02:33 EDT

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Heroscape Returns to Retail By Renegade Game Studios

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June 8, 2023 | 02:54 EDT

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The developer of Disney Lorcana, Ravensburger, is being sued by another developer for allegedly stealing and copying their design.

June 7, 2023 | 03:40 EDT