
Benjamin Abbott
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

I beg you not to underestimate the power of these Lego Star Wars deals for Prime Day, because time is running out
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals I don't care what anyone says, these are the best Lego Star Wars deals this Prime Day - here's why

You're running out of time to grab some of my all-time favorite board games for less than $25 this Prime Day
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Want board games for $25 or less? Here are 15 must-haves I've found

Lego has its work cut out to beat this super-cute Mega Pikachu, and it just got a Prime Day discount
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals I can't wait for Lego Pikachu, so it's a good thing adorable Mega version is so cheap right now

Have you seen these massive board game deals for Prime Day? You can save up to 65% on 12 of my favorites
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals I've reviewed board games for more than six years, and these are my favorite deals in the Prime Day sale

Save 50% on almost 400 Star Wars Unlimited cards at Amazon in this ridiculous Prime Day deal
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals You can get your hands on 24 Star Wars Unlimited booster packs at half price right now

These legendary family board games are now up to 50% off at Amazon, and I think they should be in every collection
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals A few of beloved family board games just got nearly half off

A beloved hero's model is available for free in the Warhammer 40K Character Encyclopedia, and it's [SPOILER]
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Here's who is included in the latest DK tome

I'm so sorry to Squishmallows fans, because these big discounts on Pokemon plushies and more are gonna cost you
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals Get up to 64% off Squishmallows as Prime Day looms

Fans of The Dark Knight, listen up: this awesome Lego Batman set has never been cheaper
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals I adore the second movie in the trilogy, and this Lego Batman set does it justice

Best MTG deals for June 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Here are the latest offers on the most recent Magic sets

Going on vacation? Here are the best travel board games to take with you
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature If you're looking for good travel board games to take on vacation, try these six suggestions.

I didn't expect to like the latest D&D book, but after an utterly stupid adventure I'm all in on Dragon Delves
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature The latest D&D book proves that oneshot anthologies are the game's best work.

This Lego Toothless set is going to charm the heck out of How to Train Your Dragon fans
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I can see this new How to Train Your Dragon Lego set being one of the most popular gifts this year

The Traitors is out, but this pirate game combines all my favorite board games into one deceptive pocket-sized package
By Benjamin Abbott published
Opinion If you ask me, Traitors Aboard is an essential purchase for board game fans.

Clone Wars fans are eating well with these new Lego Star Wars sets
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Five new Lego Star Wars kits based on a beloved era are arriving this August.

Best board games in 2025, with over 25 recommendations reviewed 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

Magic: The Gathering ban list 2025, featuring all banned cards in all formats
By Abigail Shannon last updated
Guide Here's an updated list of MTG cards banned in each format, including the complete ban list for Standard, Vintage, Commander, and more.

Everything you need to know about MTG Edge of Eternities, from mechanics to story
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide We dig into the dragon-themed Magic set

If you're melting in a heat wave, you need these water guns that make all others look stupid
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Don't bother with other water guns in the heat wave, you need these incredible blasters

"Standard is saved": Massive MTG card ban stuns the community while completely upending the metagame
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Seven major cards have just been banned by MTG

New Lego sets for July 2025, including the perfect gift I think fans will go nuts for
By Benjamin Abbott published
Guide Bluey, Disney, Fortnite, Marvel, Harry Potter, and more are getting new Lego sets in June

Sonic races into Magic: The Gathering with a surprise limited run, and you can guarantee they're gonna sell out fast
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Three Secret Lair drops are sprinting toward a July 14 launch

Kill Team Starter Set (2024) review: "A great introduction to the mechanics, but it doesn't always capture what makes the game special"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review Is the latest Kill Team Starter Set a good place to kick off your Warhammer journey?
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