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
All Baldur's Gate 3 needs now is a transmog feature so my party can be stylish without compromising stats
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | A fully fledged transmog feature in Baldur's Gate 3 would be let me make the most of Faerûn's fashion
Frostpunk was about surviving the end of the world – Frostpunk 2 is about rebuilding its future
By Heather Wald published
Preview Preview | Frostpunk 2's evolved social system looks set to bring added depth to the survival city-builder experience
Cities Skylines 2 release date and everything we know so far
By Sam Loveridge last updated
News Cities: Skylines 2 has been delayed for PS5 and Xbox Series X, but it's still coming out in October for PC
How the Assassin's Creed Mirage logo and its celebration of Arabic calligraphy came to life
By Heather Wald published
On the Radar On the Radar | The making of the Assassin's Creed Mirage logo and its hidden meaning
Forza Motorsport: Everything we know so far
By Justin Towell last updated
Feature Turn 10's Forza Motorsport reboot is just days away from release
Shohreh Aghdashloo on her role of Roshan in Assassin's Creed Mirage: "What a great example for women today"
By Heather Wald published
On the Radar On the Radar | In conversation with esteemed actress Shohreh Aghdashloo and narrative director Sarah Beaulieu
As a bard, I've convinced so many bosses to do my job for me in Baldur's Gate 3
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | Talking my way out of fights in Baldur's Gate 3 never gets old
Interviewing animals in Baldur's Gate 3 is my new favorite RPG pastime
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | From a fancy pig to a commanding pigeon, I have to interview every animal I meet in Baldur's Gate 3
I'm 90 hours into Baldur's Gate 3, but I started planning my second and third playthrough within the first 10 minutes
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | Baldur's Gate 3 is host to endless possibilities, and I want to return again and again
My heart isn't ready for this Journey-inspired adventure game about protecting a very good boy
By Heather Wald published
Interview Preview | Koira from Studio Tolima and Don't Nod promises to tell a heartwarming story of companionship
Princess Peach Showtime gives the beloved princess of the Mushroom Kingdom the spotlight she deserves
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | It's Peach's time to shine and I couldn't be happier about it
One tragic mistake in Baldur's Gate 3 stopped Karlach from joining me and it's haunted me ever since
By Heather Wald published
Feature My co-workers are all Karlach simps and won't let me live it down (and who can blame them)
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth promises to be absolutely massive and I finally see how it can be a standalone experience
By Heather Wald published
Opinion | Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth looks like one hell of a part 2
The Starfield Empath trait is the perfect pick for the kind of player (and person) I am
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | Nothing like getting a confidence boost from gaining companion approval
Having a mortgage and parents in Starfield has turned me into a credit-hungry mercenary
By Heather Wald published
Feature Two of my traits in Starfield have changed the way I play
My Gamescom 2023 highlight was an RPG inspired by the best PS2-era racing games
By Heather Wald published
Interview Gamescom 2023 | My first glimpse into Resistor was enough to make me want to immediately get behind the wheel
I'm playing Baldur's Gate 3 and Starfield at the same time and I don't know who I am anymore, but I'm loving it
By Heather Wald published
Feature The RPG fan in me is thriving on the chaos
In Cities Skylines 2, I foolishly contaminated a small town and followed a citizen's epic journey to find a parking space
By Heather Wald published
Hands-on Gamescom 2023 | Hands-on with the city builder sequel Cities: Skylines 2
In preparation for Jusant, the Life Is Strange developer went on real-life climbing excursions to learn "the choreography on the rocks"
By Heather Wald published
Interview Gamescom 2023 | Jusant is a mediative, mysterious climbing adventure that's designed to be taken at your own pace
Reka let me be a witch and build a house that moves on chicken legs and it was as magical as it sounds
By Heather Wald published
Hands-on Gamescom 2023 | Reka is striving to deliver a cozy experience with an edge
The Lord of the Rings Return to Moria is the next game I want to play with my dad
By Heather Wald published
Interview Gamescom 2023 | As a Tolkien fan, there's already a lot to love about The Lord of the Rings Return to Moria
Nightingale's alternate Victorian setting, fantastical Fae creatures, and crafting have me excited to become a Realmwalker
By Heather Wald published
Interview Gamescom 2023 | Nightingale is bringing a touch of magic and mystery to its survival crafting, and I'm already intrigued
I played Super Mario Bros Wonder and didn't stop smiling for a second
By Heather Wald published
Hands-on Gamescom 2023 | Hands-on preview: Super Mario Bros Wonder shakes up Mario's signature 2D side-scrolling with a psychedelic twist