
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

"He's right to think it's cool, because it is": D&D legends Matt Mercer and Brennan Lee Mulligan on Divergence, sharing worlds, and what they want next from Exandria Unlimited
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature We catch up with Matt Mercer and Brennan Lee Mulligan post-Divergence

HeroQuest review: "The grandaddy of dungeon crawlers"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review The best thing about HeroQuest... is that it's back

The new Lego Mario Kart set is so much better than I was expecting it to be
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The new, massive set is impressive

The new D&D Starter Set is the first one I've been excited about in years
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News New D&D Starter Set finally catches up to the competition, and it's about time

I'm a forever DM, but the D&D Sigil virtual tabletop isn't for me just yet
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Opinion Not a nat-20, but not a critical fail either

Disney Lorcana: Archazia's Island has one major advantage over MTG, and the new decks prove it
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature If you ask me, Lorcana still has something Magic and Pokemon don't

New Lego sets in January 2025, from Harry Potter to Star Wars
By Benjamin Abbott published
Guide There were dozens of sets for January 2025

New Lego sets in February 2025, from Twilight to Winnie the Pooh
By Benjamin Abbott published
Guide It was a slower month, but we still got some great releases to build

Lego just revealed a Beauty and the Beast set and it'll destroy my bank balance
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A massive Lego Beauty and the Beast set was just revealed

I honestly enjoy the Monster Hunter board game more than the video game series, and it's $46 less right now
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal If you can't get enough Monster Hunter, the (excellent) board game is almost $50 less at the moment

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

Best D&D books 2025 that need to be on your shelf
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide You'll find the very best Dungeons & Dragons books to fit any occasion here

MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender set revealed
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The set is due to arrive in November

Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K review: "Makes some of the best-looking miniatures I've ever seen"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review

Everything you need to know about MTG Aetherdrift
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide Here's what you need to know about the racing-themed set's best cards, mechanics, and more

Malediction is metal enough to make Elden Ring wince, and I can't wait to play this new wargame
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature We catch up with the Loot Studios team to discuss Malediction, a new wargame that's taking the tabletop world by storm

Exclusive Lorcana card reveal gives Disney's best couple a 'legendary' makeover
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Mickey and Minnie are getting an overhaul

Epic Encounters: Symbaroum - The Corrupted Coloss review in progress
By Benjamin Abbott published
Not yet ratedReview

Lego The Avengers Assemble: Age of Ultron (76291) review - "Best for the majority of fans"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review Time for a team up with the OG Avengers

Wingspan review: "One of the greats"
By Katie Wickens published
Review This award-winner deserves to be in your collection

If you need easy Valentine's Day gifts, these Lego flowers haven't ever been cheaper
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal The Botanical Collection has been slashed in price ahead of the year's most romantic day

My favorite Nerf blasters just got a massive discount
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal You can get up to 25% off new N-Series blasters

New Lego Minecraft movie sets reveal changes to an iconic baddie, and it's weirding me out
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I don't know if I'm on board with the new baby zombie design
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