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Andrew Stretch

Senior Content Manager

About Andrew Stretch

Andrew has written Video Game and Entertainment news, reviews, and guides for 10+ years. As Senior Content Manager, he assists in creating and editing gaming and tabletop content and co-hosting the TechRaptor Podcast. Reviews include AAA titles like Spider-Man 2 and Final Fantasy XVI and he's created Guides for titles like Genshin Impact and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to help millions of readers in their search for collectibles and secrets.

Articles by Andrew Stretch


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Interview

Taliesin Jaffe Talks Asha Of Critical Role Downfall, Monk Builds, And What Ashton Thinks

We spoke with Taliesin Jaffe, co-founder of Critical Role, about the apocalyptic events occurring in Critical Role Downfall. Hear how he created Asha, what she could have been, and what Ashton thinks of the whole thing.

July 19, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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Review

Talisman 5e Review - Fast Paced High Fantasy Adventures

Having not played Talisman before I was immediately hooked to Talisman 5e from Avalon Hill, even if the rules need some clarity

July 16, 2024 | 11:38 EDT

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Review

Quests From The Infinite Staircase D&D Review - Perfect For More Than A One-Shot, But Not A Campaign

Quests From The Infinite Staircase is a new set of anthology adventures celebrating Dungeons & Dragon's history with returning adventures from the early 80s in medium length formats. Check out our review!

July 8, 2024 | 03:00 EDT

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Preview

Dungeons & Dragons Expedition To The Barrier Peaks Preview - Stepping Directly Into Science Fiction

Last week we got invited to a session of Expedition To The Barrier Peaks, one of the remastered D&D adventures included in Quests From The Infinite Staircase, we also get to try out the latest of D&DBeyond's map features

July 1, 2024 | 01:00 EDT

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News

Everything You Need To Know About Quests From The Infinite Staircase, A D&D Adventure Anthology Blast From The Past

Last week we heard about adventures found within upcoming D&D anthology book Quests From The Infinite Staircase featuring remastered adventures from the original D&D and AD&D.

July 1, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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Guide

Palworld Sakurajima Lifmonk Effigy Locations

With a new island in Palworld, Sakurajima, there are more Lifmonk Effigy for players to find to increase their Capture Rate

June 26, 2024 | 05:30 EDT

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Guide

Palworld Sakurajima Update New Technology Crafting Guide

With the Palworld Sakurajima update players can now reach the new level cap of 55 and with it a new bevy of Technology options

June 26, 2024 | 03:30 EDT

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Guide

How To Find Sakurajima Island in Palworld, Oil Rig Location

Palworld has a new Sakurajima update that introduces new islands, new pals, and more that players can explore

June 26, 2024 | 02:30 EDT

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Guide

Max Your Palworld Stats By Creating Remedy and Elixir Items

In the Palworld Sakurajima update players can craft Remedy and Elixir items to continue to boost their stats after hitting the level cap

June 26, 2024 | 01:36 EDT

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News

Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Core Rulebook Pre-Order Bonuses, Sub-Classes, and DM Assistance Detailed

Last week we got in-depth knowledge about the D&D 2024 Core Rulebooks including new sub-classes and how the DMG will better help DMs create quick campaigns.

June 18, 2024 | 10:00 EDT

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Review

The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons Review - Not A History Book, But A Museum

The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons isn't just your run-of-the-mill D&D history book, it is closer to a museum providing high-quality scans of letters, drafts, and full releases of Dungeons & Dragons to keep the history in your home.

June 17, 2024 | 10:16 EDT

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News

Avalon Hill Reveals Talisman 5th Edition Expansion And New HeroQuest Beginner Set

Last week we got to hear from Avalon Hill about Talisman 5th Edition expansions and new HeroQuest offerings including a set for those interested in getting started!

June 14, 2024 | 10:00 EDT

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Interview

The Historical importance of Vampire Therapist—and Why Vampires Are So Damn Horny

This week we got to talk with Cyrus Nemanti about his upcoming Vampire Therapist game where you'll identify cognitive disorders, learn a lot about yourself, and meet vampires from history.

June 14, 2024 | 09:00 EDT

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News

Everything Announced At Ubisoft Forward 2024

Ubisoft Forward 2024 showed off everything Ubisoft fans can look forward to from Star Wars Outlaws and Assassin's Creed Shadows to the latest Just Dance

June 10, 2024 | 03:07 EDT

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News

Summer Magic The Gathering Secret Lair X Hatsune Miku Revealed

As we move into Summer Magic The Gathering have revealed the new Secret Laid x Hatsune Miku cards to coincide with the Summer Superdrop 2024 event

June 10, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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News

Dimension 20: Never Stop Blowing Up Pulls A Cast Of Mall Employees Into A VHS To Live Their Action Star Dreams

The trailer for Dimension 20: Never Stop Blowing Up features DM Brennan Lee Mulligan and table of seven playing as mall employees who get pulled into a VHS becoming 'High-octane action heroes' trying to get home. Trailer inside!

June 5, 2024 | 01:40 EDT

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Review

Splodey Review - A Precision Platformer Based On Explosive Momentum

Splodey is a new precision platformer where instead of getting to jump like Mario you need to set off an explosion to propel your wizard

June 4, 2024 | 04:05 EDT

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News

Sirius Dice Releases Progress Pride D&D Dice In Collaboration With Daniel Quasar and Wizards of the Coast

Sirius Dice's collaboration with Daniel Quasar and WOTC have led to Limited Progress Pride Dice where every purchase is a donation to The Trevor Project.

June 4, 2024 | 10:50 EDT

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News

Wizards of the Coast Release Statement Regarding AI Engineering Role

Wizards of the Coast have released a statement regarding an AI Engineering Role that may involve "intelligent generation of text dialog, audio, art assets"

June 2, 2024 | 08:30 EDT

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Interview

Felicia Day Talks Making 3D Printing A More Inviting Space With FeliciaDay3D

We talk with Felicia Day about her new 3D Printing project, FeliciaDay3D, models on offer, and the importance of inviting new creators into the space.

May 31, 2024 | 10:00 EDT

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News

Every PlayStation State of Play SGF 2024 Announcement

Sony is starting off SGF with a PlayStation State of Play showing off 14 new titles across PlayStation 5 and PSVR2.

May 30, 2024 | 06:06 EDT

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News

Everything We Know About The Making Of Original Dungeons & Dragons 1970-1977

We got to hear about The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons from D&D Historian Jon Peterson including how it was an open source environment and what's in the book!

May 29, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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Preview

Frostpunk 2 Story Preview - I'm Bad At This, The City Will Definitely Fall

Frostpunk 2 expands the setting of the original, putting you in the role of the Captain's successor can you continue to lead New England to greatness?

May 27, 2024 | 09:00 EDT

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Feature

Frostpunk 2 Director Łukasz Juszczyk Discusses Game Balance, Politics, and Beta Feedback

After getting our hands on the Frostpunk 2 story, we got to sit down with Łukasz Juszczyk to talk about how the game evolved from the original.

May 27, 2024 | 09:00 EDT