Josh West
I made my start in this business like any good video games journalist should: By starting a fansite with some friends I met in a Halo 2 matchmaking lobby. In the years since, I have served as the Features Editor of GamesRadar+, Deputy Editor of games™ magazine, and have worked the freelance circuit covering everything from 3D art and comic books to technology and psychedelic rock. I have a degree in Magazine Journalism and Feature Writing, and in my youth I appeared in a couple of films and TV shows – but my career as a child actor was cut short because I wouldn't cut off my long hair (true story). I am now the UK Managing Editor of GamesRadar+, with a primary focus on Reviews, SEO, and keeping the gears turning during UK hours.
Latest articles by Josh West
Mortal Kombat 1 release date and everything we know
By Josh West last updated
The latest Mortal Kombat 1 news, from details on the closed beta and release date to the Kameo Fighter system and all the characters confirmed so far
Killing Floor 3 and its gorgeous Unreal Engine 5 maps are "a canvas that can be painted with blood and guts"
By Josh West published
Preview Preview | Tripwire is taking a steady hand to its long-awaited co-op shooter sequel
Xbox Game Pass Core: Everything you need to know
By Josh West last updated
Feature Xbox Game Pass Core full games list confirmed now that the September 14 live date is finally here
Should we compare Starfield and Baldur's Gate 3? "I think we are doing very different things," says Larian
By Josh West published
Feature Interview | There's plenty that Bethesda and Larian can learn from one another
Mortal Kombat 1 characters: Every confirmed fighter on the roster
By Josh West last updated
Guide Megan Fox is joining the Mortal Kombat 1 roster as legendary returning fighter Nitara
The 25 best games on Game Pass for Xbox and PC
By Josh West last updated
Best List Can't decide what's worth your time? Here's our pick of the best Xbox Game Pass games that you should play today
Don't sweat the details on Starfield's character creator
By Josh West published
Opinion Opinion | You can either spend a few hours in a menu or get right out into the universe and refine your character later
Best Bethesda openings, from Skyrim to Starfield
By Josh West published
Feature Bethesda Game Studios is beloved for its opening scenes, but where does Starfield rank against Fallout and The Elder Scrolls?
Starfield release time: When it unlocks on Game Pass and in your time zone
By Will Sawyer last updated
Guide Here's what time you can play Starfield on PC, Xbox Series X, and Game Pass
Escape from Tarkov arena is a "mediocre" game that's being made "to have as many players as possible"
By Ali Jones published
News "We decided to make something mediocre in-between, some mid-core game that increases attention"
10 best games like Starfield to play in 2023
By Josh West published
Feature Whether it's because you don't own an Xbox Series X or can't wait for release, here's 10 great games like Starfield you can play instesd
Vasco calling me "Captain Josh" is my favorite thing about Starfield
By Josh West published
Opinion Opinion | If you were ever jealous that Will Robinson got to be best friends with a robot in Lost in Space then Starfield is the game for you
Hellboy Web of Wyrd is its source material brought to life, and it's a thing of beauty
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | Hands-on with Hellboy Web of Wyrd, a picture perfect adaptation of a comic book legend
Pacific Drive is the ultimate road trip through an irradiated hellscape
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | After getting hands-on with Pacific Drive, I think it's about time I went and get a license to hit the roads
Action, gardening, psychedelia: Ultros is my game of show for Gamescom 2023
By Josh West published
Preview Action, gardening, psychedelia: Ultros is my game of show for Gamescom 2023
I was sold on Still Wakes the Deep with three evocative Unreal Engine 5 gameplay clips
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | Still Wakes the Deep is set to be 2024's most impactful horror game
Hyenas preview: A zero-gravity extraction shooter with real potential
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | After playing Hyenas, I'd say you shouldn't count Creative Assembly's extraction shooter out just yet
Alan Wake 2 at Gamescom was one of the best demos I've seen in years
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | A new 40-minute Alan Wake 2 demo has got my mind reeling with possibilities
Towerborne is destined to be the Xbox Series X's answer to Castle Crashers
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | Hands-on with Towerborne, the delightful arcade beat 'em up from the creators of The Banner Saga
Lords of the Fallen might be the best of the Dark Souls contenders
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | After going hands-on with Lords of the Fallen, Hexworks is on track to deliver a stunning revival
After playing Stalker 2, I'm glad that it has been delayed to 2024
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | Having spent some time with the first Stalker 2 playable build, I think it's safe to say that Heart of Chornobyl has good vibes and a lot of problems
Sonic Superstars could be the 2D Sonic revival that you've been waiting for
By Josh West published
Preview Gamescom 2023 | Hands-on with Sonic Superstars, SEGA's dazzling attempt to modernize the classic 2D action platformer
Why did Baldur's Gate 3 blow up? Larian lead writer says it's thanks to "a big gamble" with CRPG standards
By Austin Wood published
news "We believe RPGs are big ... So we always believed the audience was there," says Adam Smith