Hanzala Iftikhar

Hanzala Iftikhar

Hanzala is a dedicated writer who expresses his views as opinion pieces at eXputer. He's always been fascinated by gaming and has been an avid consumer of many different genres for over a decade. His passion for games has him eager to encounter the latest RPGs and actively look for new Soulslike to challenge. He puts forth his experience and knowledge of gaming into captivating opinion pieces.

Experience: 8+ months || Education: Bachelors in Chemistry.

Most Played Games

4000+ hours in Soulsborne Games.
3700+ hours in Genshin Impact.
2000+ hours in The Legend of Heroes/Ys series.
1000+ hours in Yakuza/Judgment series.

Gaming History

Started gaming with arcade emulators on PC, with games like D&D: Shadow over Mystara, which started his love for RPGs, particularly JRPGs, and later, Soulslike.

Gaming Platforms

PS5 & PC (RX 6600 XT and R5 3600).

99 Articles

eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 18 hours ago

The Predatory Nature Of Online Games Makes A Strong Case For Local Co-Op

With online games becoming excessively predatory and being shut down at the companies' whims, I want my local co-op back, free of this mess.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 2 days ago

Hi-Fi Rush And Beat Slayer Show The Untapped Potential Of The Rhythm-Action Genre

First Hi-Fi Rush and now Beat Slayer, I'm convinced the rhythm-action genre has a ton of potential just waiting to be explored.
Reviews

By Hanzala Iftikhar 3 days ago

TMNT Arcade: Wrath Of The Mutants Review — It’s Not Cowabunga

With hollow gameplay and monotonous design choices, TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants rides the nostalgia train but delivers nothing.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 3 days ago

A New Kid Icarus Can Be The Perfect Celebration For The Switch 2

After being benched for 20 years, and returning only to be forsaken again despite being a splendid game, it's time Kid Icarus gets salvation.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 3 days ago

Stop Killing Games: Is The Retribution For The Industry’s Heinous Tactics At Hand?

However Stop Killing Games ends up changing today's predatory practices, I'm glad it's finally letting people know of all this injustice.
Reviews

By Hanzala Iftikhar 4 days ago

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Review — Suikoden Fans Rejoice

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a love letter for all Suikoden fans; it embraces the classic essence and doesn't succumb to modernity.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 7 days ago

8 Years Later, It’s About Time Sony Revives The Rest Of Ratchet And Clank

On this joyous 8th anniversary of the Ratchet and Clank reboot, it's about time Sony considers reviving the originals to complete the saga.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 1 week ago

Ubisoft’s Recent Antics Have Me Fearful For The Sands of Time Remake

With Ubisoft's practices becoming increasingly anti-consumer lately, the destruction of The Sands of Time Remake looks almost inevitable.
Reviews

By Hanzala Iftikhar 1 week ago

Beat Slayer Review — Rhythm-Action Meets Rogue-Lite Brutality

Whether busting robot heads or jamming to the tune, Beat Slayer promises a good time, even if a lack of versatility makes it a little stale.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 1 week ago

Nintendo’s Massacre Of The 3DS And Wii U Is Finally Complete, Regrettably

The cruel hammer of Nintendo has fallen. Farewell, 3DS and Wii U, you surely brightened my life and many others; you won't be forgotten.
Reviews

By Hanzala Iftikhar 1 week ago

Contra: Operation Galuga Review — A Blast To The Past

Contra: Operation Galuga, though nothing new and has some story issues, is still a love letter to Contra fans just wanting to shoot stuff.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 1 week ago

Ubisoft Is Pulling Out All The Stops To Ruin Star Wars Outlaws

Ubisoft takes away even the right to own Star Wars: Outlaws as if the ridiculous pricing and uglified characters weren't enough.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 2 weeks ago

Only A Year Later, Honkai: Star Rail Succeeds Where Genshin Impact Failed

Honkai: Star Rail has done more to honor its fans with free rewards, content, and QoL updates in a year than Genshin ever did in 3+ years.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 2 weeks ago

While Steam Gets Better Game Sharing, Epic Remains Stagnant With A Broken Launcher

While Steam continues to provide new features for its users like Steam Families, Epic Games neither has game sharing, nor a good launcher.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 2 weeks ago

Turns Out, PS Portal Can Run Native Stuff, But Sony Doesn’t Want To See You Happy

The PS Portal's native apps-enabling bug has been patched, but it was a stark reminder of just what Sony robbed us of, a proper handheld.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 2 weeks ago

Xbox’s Preservation Step Sets A Much-Needed Example, Especially For Nintendo

If Xbox can care about preserving its games and legacy, what exactly is wrong with Nintendo, trying to kill game preservation single-handedly?
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 2 weeks ago

The Unrealistic Expectations Players Have From GTA 6 Are Just Begging To Be Disappointed

I don't doubt that GTA 6 will be a great game, but I believe it'll also disappoint players with downright unrealistic and insane expectations.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 3 weeks ago

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s Platinum Trophy Is Not Worth Sacrificing Your Sanity For

As much as I've enjoyed FF7 Rebirth, its Platinum requirement was insane and downright frustrating, something I wish not to see repeated.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 3 weeks ago

Did Bend Studio Learn Nothing From Suicide Squad’s Utter Failure?

Bend Studio, the Days Gone dev, jumps on the "forget single-player, embrace live service" train, learning nothing from Suicide Squad.
eXputer Originals

By Hanzala Iftikhar 3 weeks ago

L.A. Noire And Bully — Rockstar’s Lost Gems That Deserve A Sequel As Much As GTA

I do appreciate GTA 6, Rockstar, but if I could trade it for a new L.A. Noire or a Bully game, I'd do so in a heartbeat.

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