Benjamin Abbott
As the site's Tabletop & Merch Editor, I'm in charge of that section so can be found covering everything from board game reviews to the latest Lego news. If it involves the rolling of 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 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

The best Lego deals in January 2025
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

Is there a Disney Plus free trial in January 2025?
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Free trial We've got all the details on where, and if, you can find a Disney Plus free trial

Disney Plus explained: Shows, fees, and everything else you need to know
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide Disney Plus details, pricing, and what's available to watch right now - where should you start? We've got the answers

Must-have board game deals for January 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals We've rounded up the very best of today's board game deals from across every price range

Forget Space Marines, this might be the quintessential Warhammer 40K army set
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature The Death Korps of Krieg are as grimdark as it gets, and their new army set is awesome

A Lego Game Boy is on the way, and I'm losing my damn mind
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A Lego Game Boy is on the way for October 2025

I didn't have a fish version of Wingspan on my 2025 bingo card, but I'll take it
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A brand-new version of Wingspan is on the cards, and it dives beneath the ocean

New version of Catan is "modernizing" the board game and "updating it to today's standards"
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A new, sixth edition of Catan will be arriving soon

How we test board games at GamesRadar+
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide This is what our team of writers, editors, and contributors do to bring you the most informative review content and buying advice

If you want to try tabletop RPGs, I think this one may be better than D&D
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature If you haven't tried The One Ring yet, you should

Forget Warhammer 40K or Age of Sigmar, this is the wargame I think you should get into this Christmas
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature If you want a new system to sink your teeth into, I can't recommend Kill Team: Hivestorm enough

Best cooperative board games to team up with in 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide These are the cooperative board games you have to try

Must-have family board games for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Board games We've rounded up six of the best family board games that definitely need to be in your collection.

Best water guns 2025: Save on must-have Super Soakers and water pistols
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Best water guns for kids and adults - we've rounded up the perfect Super Soakers and water pistols to suit every budget

Best Nerf guns to dominate the backyard battlefield with in 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide Find the best Nerf blasters for all ages here, with options to suit every budget

Best Nintendo Switch gifts for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts Got a mushroom hopping, rupee collecting, critter battling Ninty fan to buy for? Here are the best Nintendo Switch gifts on the shelves right now

Best Xbox gifts for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts We've rounded up all of the best Xbox gifts for you right here, to suit any budget

Best PS5 gifts for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts Our resident PlayStation fans have rounded up all the best PS5 gifts in one place

Even Tom Nook couldn't refuse this record low Lego Animal Crossing deal
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal My favorite Lego Animal Crossing set just hit its lowest ever price

Essential board games for adults 2025, from party games to RPG epics
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide We've rounded up our favorite board games for adults to suit everything from games night to parties

The best 2-player board games in 2025, hand-picked by experts
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Here are our favorite 2-player board games across every genre and budget

The best board games in 2025, tested by our experts
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide From party games to role-playing adventures, these are the best board games across every price range and skill level

Best Lego Christmas sales before shipping closes - here are 11 deals I would prioritize
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals Here are the best offers we've seen so far that will still arrive before Xmas
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