
Heather Wald
I started out writing for the games section of a student-run website as an undergrad, and continued to write about games in my free time during retail and temp jobs for a number of years. Eventually, I earned an MA in magazine journalism at Cardiff University, and soon after got my first official role in the industry as a content editor for Stuff magazine. After writing about all things tech and games-related, I then did a brief stint as a freelancer before I landed my role as a staff writer here at GamesRadar+. Now I get to write features, previews, and reviews, and when I'm not doing that, you can usually find me lost in any one of the Dragon Age or Mass Effect games, tucking into another delightful indie, or drinking far too much tea for my own good.
Latest articles by Heather Wald

The best Pokemon games, ranked from worst to best
By Heather Wald last updated
Best list Check out our ranking of the 10 best Pokemon games to play right now

The 15 best Mario games of all time
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Best List The best Mario games will keep you busy while we wait for the Mario Kart World release date

Best local multiplayer Switch games to play in 2025
By Jordan Gerblick last updated
Best List Remember to tighten the straps on your Joy-Cons before playing the best local multiplayer Switch games

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – Everything we know about the Metal Gear Solid 3 remake
By Emma-Jane Betts last updated
Guide A complete guide to all the latest news and details about the upcoming Metal Gear Solid 3 remake

Silent Hill f: Everything we know about the new survival horror game
By Emma-Jane Betts last updated
Guide From the Silent Hill f release date to gameplay, and all the latest news, here's a complete guide to one of the most exciting upcoming horror games on the horizon

The 25 best Wii U games of all time
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Best List From Zelda classics to Mario, here are the best Wii U games to play right now

The 25 best multiplayer Switch games you can play today
By Heather Wald last updated
Best List From Splatoon to Minecraft here's the 25 best multiplayer Switch games for online and offline play

The Outer Worlds 2 is fixing the first RPG's biggest weakness by improving guns "in every way", and the sci-fi nerd in me is already screaming about the Shrink Ray
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | The Outer World 2's sci-fi weapons sound rad as hell, and the improvements look like such a step up from the first RPG

GTA 6: Everything we know so far
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide GTA 6 officially has a release date and will be landing in 2026

Gears of War: Reloaded – Everything you need to know about the Gears of War remaster
By Heather Wald last updated
Guide Gears of War: Reloaded is bringing back one of Xbox's most iconic shooters and it's coming to PS5, too

Crimson Desert: Everything we know so far about the upcoming game
By Emma-Jane Betts last updated
Feature Pearl Abyss' hack n' slasher Crimson Desert is on the way in 2025, and it's looking like a bloody good time already

The best free Switch games to play right now
By Louise Blain last updated
Best List The 10 best free Nintendo Switch games you can enjoy without paying

The 25 best Wii games of all time
By Josh West last updated
Best List From Super Paper Mario to Kirby's Epic Yarn, these are the best Wii games to play right now

The 20 best Switch indie games you should play right now
By Alysia Judge last updated
Best List The best Switch indie games are a bewitching bundle of monsters and magic

Best two-player Switch games that let you team up with a friend or family member
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Best List The 25 best two-player Switch games for those looking for Nintendo multiplayer mayhem this year

Best Switch exclusives to make sure you have in your library
By Matt Kamen last updated
Best list From Breath of the Wild to Splatoon 3, these are the 15 best Switch exclusives to play right now

Fable 4: Everything we know so far about the new Fable game
By Heather Wald last updated
Guide Fable 4's release date is now set to arrive in 2026, so here's everything you need to know ahead of the new RPG

Upcoming Obsidian games: Every new Obsidian game in development
By Josh West last updated
Upcoming The list of upcoming Obsidian games is small but mighty, with The Outer Worlds 2 leading the charge

Jurassic World Evolution 3: Everything we know so far about the new dinosaur management sim
By Heather Wald published
Guide Jurassic World Evolution 3 is coming this year, and it promises to bring dinosaur breeding, in-depth customization, and more

Upcoming Ubisoft games: Every new Ubisoft game in development
By Jasmine Gould-Wilson last updated
Upcoming There are plenty of upcoming Ubisoft games in the works now that Assassin's Creed Shadows has launched, and we finally have at least one release date

Jurassic World Evolution 3 is the "next frontier" for the series with baby dinosaurs, new creative tools, and a globe-trotting campaign
By Heather Wald published
Preview Preview | In a first look at Jurassic World Evolution 3, we speak with game director Andy Fletcher

Every new indie game that shadowdropped during Wholesome Direct 2025: From a Sims-like decorating game to a chaotic cooking roguelike
By Heather Wald published
Feature Summer Game Fest | Wholesome Direct 2025 was full of indie delights and these nine games are available to play right now

From a Stardew Valley-like with a horrifying twist to an adventure from the artist behind Journey, these are the Day of the Devs SGF Edition 2025 games I need in my life
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | Day of the Devs once again cemented itself as one of my favorite showcases with a host of games for my wishlist
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