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 Yakuza games, ranked
By Dom Peppiatt last updated
Best List Kiryu, Kasuga, or Majima? The best Yakuza and Like a Dragon games merge action-packed Japanese crime capers with seriously silly fun

Prime Day Kindle deals 2025: The last remaining offers from October's Big Deal Days
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Deals Prime Day Kindle deals are officially over, but here are the last remaining offers you need to know about if you're late to the party.

Assassin's Creed Hexe: Everything we know about the new flagship AC game
By Josh West last updated
Guide The latest Assassin's Creed Hexe news and all the details on the mysterious open-world RPG from Ubisoft Montreal

The Witcher 4: Everything we know so far
By Josh West last updated
Guide While we wait for The Witcher 4 release date, here's all the latest news and information from CD Projekt Red on its upcoming fantasy RPG

Prime Day monitor deals are still live, so you've still got a chance to grab display discounts
By Phil Hayton last updated
Deals Amazon Prime Day gaming monitor deals are still around, but now that Big Deal Days is over, you'll want to check out any remaining screen savings ASAP.

Prime Day board game deals are over, but a few discounts are still available
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals The GamesRadar+ team is here to find you all the best Prime Day board game deals once again

GTA 6: Everything we know so far
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide GTA 6 is coming in 2026, and here's all the latest news and updates from Rockstar Games while you wait

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

Upcoming CD Projekt Red games: From The Witcher 4 to Cyberpunk Orion
By Josh West last updated
Upcoming With Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty out the door, it's time to start getting excited about a new slate of Witcher games

Upcoming Bethesda games: every game currently in the works
By Heather Wald last updated
Upcoming Here's all the upcoming Bethesda games on the way in 2025 and beyond, from Elder Scrolls to Fallout

Upcoming Assassin's Creed games: Every new Assassin's Creed game in development
By Josh West last updated
Upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows has arrived, but there's still plenty of new Assassin's Creed games you need to watch out for

Marvel's Blade: Everything we know so far
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature Slick vampire action awaits in Marvel's Blade, coming to PC and Xbox Series X (hopefully soon)

The 10 best Resident Evil games of all time
By Josh West last updated
Best List Get ready for Halloween with the best Resident Evil games, plucked from the survival horror series' 30 year legacy

Steam Sale dates 2025 and beyond: When is the next Steam sale?
By Emma-Jane Betts last updated
Guide Here's a complete guide of all the dates, times, and details to know about the year's upcoming Steam sales

25 Best sci-fi games to travel into the future with
By Malindy Hetfeld last updated
Best From aliens to time travel, the best sci-fi games will have you experiencing whole new worlds from the comfort of home

Best Xbox Series X games: The 25 greatest Xbox games to play in 2025
By Josh West last updated
Best List From Elden Ring to Gears 5, here are the best Xbox Series X games to play today

25 best adventure games to get swept up in right now
By Hannah Ryan last updated
Best List Explore the best adventure games to play in 2025 if you're craving a whole new world at your fingertips

The 25 best Steam games for 2025
By Malindy Hetfeld last updated
Best List Here are the very best Steam games to play in 2025, whether you love RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3, extraction shooters, or puzzle games.

Mass Effect 5: Everything we know so far about the new BioWare adventure
By Heather Wald last updated
Feature All the details on the new Mass Effect game - aka Mass Effect 5

Resident Evil Requiem: Everything we know about Resident Evil 9
By Jasmine Gould-Wilson last updated
Guide Your complete guide to the Resident Evil Requiem release date, gameplay details, trailers, and all the latest Resi 9 news

The 15 best city building games to play today
By Heather Wald last updated
Best List From Frostpunk 2 to Manor Lords, here's our list of the best city building games that will have you reaching for the skies

Best Final Fantasy games of all-time
By Josh West last updated
Best List No matter which of the best Final Fantasy games you love the most, they're all in good company on this handy list

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