As the site's Tabletop & Merch Editor, I'm in charge of everything from board game reviews to Lego guides. If it involves rolling dice, nerdy collectibles, or an absurd number of miniatures, I'm there. Although I joined GamesRadar+ in 2018, I've been writing about games in one form or another for more than a decade - my bylines stretch back to 2012 and range from Metro.co.uk to TechRadar. I try not to use this power for evil, but can normally be found cackling over some nefarious plan I've cooked up for my group's next Dungeons & Dragons campaign. You can follow me on Twitter @thewordyben.
Latest articles by Benjamin Abbott

Buckle up, because I think Lego Smart Play will change everything
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The new Lego Smart Play technology is being called one of "the most significant evolutions" for the toy since minifigures were introduced in 1978.

I'm fixing my Warhammer bad habit in 2026, starting with this new army
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The brand-new Age of Sigmar Maggotkin of Nurgle range will help me with my New Year's resolution

Fans think they know the Warhammer 2026 lineup, and it's exciting news
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Custodes, Ravenwing, Ossiarch Bonereapers, and more could be on the way in the year's first Warhammer preview show

Our experts' favorite board games of 2025
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature Our experts weigh in on their favorite board games to come out in 2025

These party board games are essential for any New Year's Eve get-together
By Benjamin Abbott published
News These five party board games are essential purchases for any New Years Eve get-together

I 3D printed my family a board game for Christmas, this is how it went
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I decided to 3D print my in-laws a 3D version of the Catan board game this Christmas, and it was quite the journey

Best Star Wars gifts 2025 according to a lifelong fan
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts These ARE the gifts you're looking for

I've been recommending nerdy presents for over a decade, and I think these are the best gifts for gamers in 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts You'll find suggestions to suit fans of PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, retro gaming, and more in this guide of gifts for gamers

Tired of competitive board games? These team-based alternatives are perfect for Christmas
By Benjamin Abbott published
News These cooperative board games are must-haves to play with family this Christmas

This is the board game I always recommend for people who HATE board games
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Does your family hate board games? They should love this one

Essential family favorites dominate this week's board game deals
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals We've rounded up the very best of today's board game deals from across every price range

Where to buy Pokemon TCG Phantasmal Flames, with stock now available in the US and UK
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Stock Here's where I'd recommend checking for Pokemon TCG Phantasmal Flames stock

If you're bored of D&D, its biggest rival has discounted a treasure trove of books by over $440
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal This Pathfinder offer saves you $447

I highly recommend these Disney ornaments if you want to add a little magic to your Christmas tree
By Benjamin Abbott published
News If you want to add a sprinkle of magic to your Christmas tree, these Disney ornaments should do the trick

This gloriously stupid comic book moment is being immortalized in an MTG card
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I'll take this gloriously stupid comic book moment in MTG Marvel Super Heroes over any hero or villain

Heads up chooms, a Cyberpunk card game is on the way in 2026
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Cyberpunk: Trading Card Game is coming to Kickstarter in 2026

We've been banned from playing these board games over Christmas
By Benjamin Abbott published
News We've chosen five board games that we're not allowed to play over Christmas

How to get the Disney Plus upgrade with HBO Max and Hulu
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals Here's a detailed breakdown of how to get HBO Max, Hulu, and Disney Plus for less

How to get the Disney Plus upgrade with Hulu and ESPN
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Here's a detailed breakdown of how to get all three services for less

The bestselling Tuxedo Cat just hit a record low price for this week's best Lego deals
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Lego deals can get you a good slice of cash off must-have sets, so we've rounded up the most tempting offers

Black Friday is over, but you can still save up to $1,300 and get cheap 3D printers for much less this month
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals This month's cheap 3D printers roundup brings you heavy-hitters from Anycubic, Elegoo, and more

New D&D Loungefly range asks you to roll initiative with bags, pins, and hidden secrets
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The backpack actually comes with a dice tray, for starters

Get a saving worthy of a dragon's hoard in this week's best MTG deals
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Here are the latest offers on the most recent Magic sets
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