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

Helsmiths of Hashut review: Fear this new Warhammer Age of Sigmar army, because it's gonna kick ass
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Review The Chaos Dwarfs have returned, and they're pissed

Nintendo reveals replica Talking Flower from Super Mario Wonder that can chat to you just like in the game
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Yes, Nintendo really is making a replica Talking Flower from Super Mario Wonder

This Disney Halloween decoration makes my desk so much cozier, and I'm obsessed with it
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News This decoration adds a cozy spookiness to my home-office setup

Where to buy Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution before resellers get their hands on it
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Stock Here's where you can get your hands on Pokemon Mega Evolution cards

Where to buy Pokemon TCG Phantasmal Flames pre-orders, according to our expert
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Stock Here's where I'd recommend checking for Pokemon TCG Phantasmal Flames stock

I chose this D&D board game to kick off spooky season, and it got me in the Halloween mood
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Here's why the latest game in the Horrified series, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons, is worth a look if you're hoping to kick off spooky season right.

New Daredevil: Born Again helmet replica looks like it was stolen from the set of the show
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Hasbro has unveiled a Marvel Legends Daredevil: Born Again mask, due this Fall

Where to buy Kill Team Tomb World, the hard-to-find Deathwatch vs Necrons box set
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Stock We've gone hunting for the new Kill Team: Tomb World box set so you don't have to

I didn't realize there were Hollow Knight toys so now am making up for that by yelling about it
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I challenge you to find something wrong with these Hollow Knight figures, because they're perfect

Set phasers to fun because a Lego Star Trek set is on the way, and fans can't wait
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Lego says "make it so" to an official Star Trek set

New Lego Death Star is one of the biggest and most expensive sets ever made
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A new Lego Death Star has been revealed with a $1K price and over 9,000 pieces.

I hope you're ready for more Mega Evolution cards in Pokemon TCG, because this new expansion goes all in on the idea
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Details and a release date have been revealed for the next Pokemon TCG expansion

"The Mega Drive deserves better" - A Lego Sega Genesis Controller is coming soon, but it won't be easy to get
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A new Lego Sega Genesis model just dropped

Everyone's freaking out at the rumored $650 Lego Pokemon set, but here's why I wouldn't panic just yet
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Something about the rumored 6,000-piece Lego Pokemon set seems off to me

The weirdest ever Warhammer game is back with a new edition, and I think you need to see this
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Prepare for a different kind of fantasy football, because Blood Bowl is getting a new edition

My favorite ever Disney Halloween decoration is available again, so don't miss it
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I'm a massive Disney fan and this is my favorite Fall decoration

How to tell if a Labubu is real or fake, with telltale signs to look out for
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide We run down every piece of advice you need to help you work out if a Labubu toy is real or fake

Pirates of the Caribbean and Arkham Asylum are the best new Lego sets in September 2025, if you ask me
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Which kits are worth grabbing out of this month's new Lego sets?

The best board games 2025, with over 25 recommendations tested, reviewed, and rated by 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

The 6 best 2-player board games in 2025 for date night and more, 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 adult board games 2025, from newcomer Fate of the Fellowship to Gloomhaven
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

Best water guns 2025: Save on must-have Super Soakers and water pistols
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide You can get your hands on the best water guns to suit any age and budget here

Best Lego sets 2025, with expert recommendations from Star Wars to Marvel
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Here are the best Lego sets on shelves right now across ranges and budgets
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