Benjamin Abbott
As the site's Tabletop & Merch Editor, I'm in charge of that section so can be found covering everything from board game reviews to the latest Lego news. If it involves the rolling of 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 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
![Lego sets with a white line dividing them](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BEDGoaPqLfjnrTimrHbN7U-320-80.jpg)
These are the 5 Lego sets I'm expecting to get big savings this Prime Day
By Benjamin Abbott published
Prime Day If you're keeping an eye out for cheap Lego sets this Prime Day, these are the ones I'd recommend watching
![A selection of classic board games divided by the Gamesradar+ cross](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NFumDTt3yHjbrGBNZ76hX-320-80.jpg)
Best classic board games 2024: Revisit some old favorites
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Classic board games aren't exactly few in number, so these budget-friendly and premium options are the ones we'd recommend prioritising
![Four different board games for adults divided into four quarters by a glowing orange cross, including Betrayal at House on the Hill, Wingspan, Root, and Gloomhaven](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NXpiLShTaSvXqJF2gKYfD7-320-80.jpg)
Essential board games for adults 2024
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Board games for adults are the perfect way to spend a night in with friends or family, and these recommendations will suit every budget
![Two characters battle robots in artwork from D&D Quests from the Infinite Staircase](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AxzaeZvo6nreJEMQ8NvN8j-320-80.jpg)
It looks like guns are becoming a bigger deal in D&D with the new rulebooks
By Benjamin Abbott published
News We got an early look at the new D&D Player's Handbook and were surprised to see guns in the main equipment list
![Prince John - Gold Lover card art showing Prince John lying in bed with piles of gold](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YHarCQMVkf6QSVMa6Dya7o-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive: Upcoming Disney Lorcana and Disney Villainous crossover is pure gold
By Abigail Shannon published
News We've got the scoop on a special Disney Lorcana card that's only available in Disney Villainous: Introduction to Evil
![Artwork from new and upcoming board games, tabletop RPGs, wargames, and card games](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pqJTccQxz4ze48gjdnn2w4-320-80.jpg)
Best upcoming and new board games, card games, and tabletop RPGs in 2024
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
New board games These new board games and upcoming tabletop RPGs need to be on your radar
![Life in Reterra box and instructions on a wooden table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JNQ5JEQZbvGjgwiXgSSxSC-320-80.jpg)
How one of the most prolific board game designers made it: "The idea of mass market 'being simple' is bullshit"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature Eric M. Lang tells all about his career and most recent board game
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These essential Amazon Prime Day tips will help you save the most money
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Prime Day We have some Amazon Prime Day tips and advice to help you get the most out of this year's discounts
![Prime Day box with games in and surrounding it](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mbnEemKCC7EZA9df6E9vze-320-80.jpg)
Are Prime Day gaming deals worth bothering with? Absolutely, here's why
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Prime Day Gaming deals are a big part of Prime Day, so here's everything you need to know about whether they're any good
![Mutant Year Zero: Zone Wars model on terrain looking out over a ruined battlefield](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zW7c5sr3SZYLgkhAzgbH5M-320-80.jpg)
Mutant Year Zero: Zone Wars has a problem with your favorite wargames, but that's why it works so well
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature Mutant Year Zero: Zone Wars was born out of frustration with other wargames, and a developer tells us how this is its secret weapon
![Two Nerf N-Series blasters on a wooden surface](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3WShy8c54q7iDajcB9BRzi-320-80.jpg)
Nerf reveals an all-new range of blasters, and its best dart to date
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Nerf announces huge refresh for its blasters
![Lego Millennium Falcon set on a stand in front of the set's box, all on a wooden table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7Y2XGMjJAejqBBL4GYWkN4-320-80.jpg)
Lego Millennium Falcon (75375) review: "She's got it where it counts"
By Benjamin Abbott published
![A beholder opens its mouth wide to grab two characters on ruined steps](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PsC4hZgsFZxVTQsc7aY3EP-320-80.jpg)
I think the new D&D Monster Manual cover is best, and the artist behind each rulebook agrees
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The new D&D Monster Manual cover has been revealed
![An elf woman with golden hair and spider legs wraps up a scared-looking person in webbing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JYaRDwjjLbsN7FQS3q7RA6-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive: D&D Dungeon Master's Guide alt cover channels every DM's inner schemer
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Get an exclusive look at the new D&D Dungeon Master's Guide alt cover, featuring a classic villain
![Lego Great Deku Tree set and minifigures on a wooden mantle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UmxX8omLMFW2MpBTF9rC79-320-80.jpg)
Hey, listen, Lego Legend of Zelda is actually real
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Lego Legend of Zelda is kicking off with a 2-in-1 Great Deku Tree set
![Lego Dobby and Millennium Falcon on a yellow background beside a 'big savings' badge](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zjBbPD2DZXDDrSnGwjRStV-320-80.jpg)
I've trawled Memorial Day's best Lego deals - these are the offers I can't pass up
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal I've scrubbed through all of Memorial Day's Lego sales to find the best offers - these are the deals you shouldn't miss this weekend.
![Vecna: Eve of Ruin cover on an orange background alongside a 'best deal' badge](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ye2CDkRFzDCuB5EvNtYn5i-320-80.jpg)
This high-level adventure may as well be D&D Endgame, and it's just had its biggest discount
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal Vecna: Eve of Ruin tumbles in price by more than $10
![Two D&D books alongside a 'best deal' badge, against a pink background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a2NrammJnQmXDEQitABrJZ-320-80.jpg)
Loads of D&D books are up to 52% off for Memorial Day - these are the ones worth buying
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal Many D&D books are almost 50% cheaper for Memorial Day
![Bardsung models facing off against an enormous demon miniature, with a 'best deal' badge in the top right of the image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sK4wrM2Usid4oVYQjPoCZQ-320-80.jpg)
Save $130 on this D&D-inspired board game ahead of Memorial Day
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal D&D-style board game Bardsung goes down to less than half-price
![A Genestealer mutant beside a Mechanicum Tech-thrall from the Warhammer Preview Show](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VVv4eMkUEkeNBZan6odeu-320-80.jpg)
Everything revealed at the Warhammer Preview Show at a glance, including a Necromunda dungeon-crawler
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Here's everything you missed from the Warhammer Preview Show
![Stormcast Eternal models face off with Skaven miniatures on a green-tinged battlefield in Warhammer Age of Sigmar Skaventide](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rfA3Uttav2pse55XgE7y2X-320-80.jpg)
Good luck finding somewhere to store the massive new Warhammer Age of Sigmar boxset
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Skaventide features 74 models, terrain, hardback books, and plenty more
![The Lego D&D set and minifigures laid out on a wooden table strewn with dice](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bmE8RfLfopaeCVPSXUiEeK-320-80.jpg)
Lego and Wizards of the Coast tell us how Red Dragon's Tale went from dream to reality
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature Designers reveal how the monstrous Lego D&D set was made
![Pokemon Twilight Masquerade Booster Box on a teal background beside a badge reading 'best deal'](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bAKRMrNQPxsEQy6WM9vz2D-320-80.jpg)
Quick, the Pokemon Twilight Masquerade booster box just hit its lowest price
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal Here's where to save 17% on 36 Pokemon Twilight Masquerade boosters