I've been writing about games in one form or another since 2012, and my bylines include Metro, TechRadar, and PC Gamer. However, these days you'll find me managing GamesRadar+'s tabletop gaming and toy coverage – I spend my time handling everything from board game reviews to the latest Lego news. I've also been obsessed with Warhammer since the 1990s and enjoy nothing more than running tabletop RPGs like D&D as a Dungeon Master, so if it involves rolling dice or nerdy collectibles, consider me interested! In my spare time I adore playing board games of all kinds and trying my hand at Magic: The Gathering (beware my goblin-heavy Red Deck Wins/RDW), as well crafting wargaming boards to fight over in 40K and Age of Sigmar.
Latest articles by Benjamin Abbott

I've been reviewing water guns for years, and these are the ones I'd recommend for the heatwave
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
News Unleash the hounds of water war with my favorite water guns across a range of budgets, just in time for the heatwave

These top-rated Lego sets are the ones that you should prioritize this Prime Day
By Benjamin Abbott Published
Features If you want the best of the best, these are the Lego sets that we've given the highest scores in our reviews.

Gloomhaven RPG spinoff Buttons & Bugs gets its first expansion with new classes and a pub crawl
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News Buttons & Bugs: Pub Crawlers is available to pre-order now with shipping in September, though Gen Con attendees can pick up the RPG there.

Pokemon card fans seem to agree that card grading culture sucks and makes the hobby "a lot less enjoyable"
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News Some Pokemon card fans are getting fed up with the grading craze, and feel it's bringing the whole hobby down

XCOM miniatures game revealed, with and upgradable base and co-op adventure campaign
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News XCOM: The Miniatures Game will go up for pre-order in July ahead of a Fall/Winter 2026 release date

Lego shows off a pinball machine that actually works
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News Fans have fallen hard for this working Lego pinball machine

The best adult board games 2026, from in-depth strategy classics to modern horror favorites
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up our favorite board games for adults to suit everything from games night to parties

We've sorted the best World Cup 2026 merch from the crap, all so you can get back into the game
By Benjamin Abbott Published
Buying guide You'll find the very best World Cup 2026 merch here from across a range of price brackets with options to suit every age.

How this $20,000 Lego Star Wars collection ignited an online meltdown involving Bricks and Minifigs, alleged police corruption, and fleeing the law
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
News We break down the larger Bricks and Minfigs scandal involving a man's missing $20K Lego Star Wars collection

I've found the best Father's Day gifts for gamers in 2026, so don't panic if you can't think of any
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Buying guide We've rounded up the very best nerdy Father's Day gifts for fans of Star Wars, Final Fantasy, Legend of Zelda, Fallout, and more

The best toys in 2026, from Pikachu animatronics to Furby and beyond
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Buying guide You'll find all the best toys in 2026 right here, with options to suit every budget

The best Roblox gift cards, delivered instantly
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Deals Roll up and get your Robux deals here... check out these Roblox gift cards

Alien RPG gets harrowing new campaign following a hapless team of Colonial Marines
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News My favorite horror RPG just got a new campaign, and I'm begging you to try the Alien Roleplaying Game now that Operation Leading Edge is on the way

I sense a great deals-turbance in the Force because the best Lego Star Wars sets just got up to 33% off
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Deals Big discounts and record low prices are available on some of the best Lego Star Wars sets, so I've rounded up my favorites here

NeeDoh seems to be back in stock at Amazon, and it's not hideously overpriced for once
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
News Most NeeDoh listings are radically overpriced, but I've found a few that seem more reasonable.

Someone cast a spell for 33% off the best Lego Harry Potter sets, and the magical sale includes some of my favorite kits
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Deals Most of the Lego Harry Potter range has been hit with a major price cut over at Amazon. Here are our favorites.

These sci-fi water guns make it feel like I'm playing a real-life FPS
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News The Spyra range makes other water guns look silly, and they're the ultimate summer toy

Where to buy Pokemon TCG Pitch Black
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Stock Our expert has advice on how to get Pokemon TCG Pitch Black pre-orders

Get your first look at Lego KPop Demon Hunters Derpy Tiger and Sussie Bird
By Benjamin Abbott Published
News Lego just unveiled our first look at the new Lego Derpy Tiger and Sussie Bird set, which is up for pre-order now

Where to buy Warhammer 40K Armageddon for less, with a cheeky discount on the new launch box
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Stock If you want to secure your copy of the new launch box, here's where I'd recommend visiting to buy Warhammer 40K Armageddon

This might be your last chance to get the Lego Great Deku Tree for less before it withers into retirement
By Benjamin Abbott Published
Deal You can currently save £40 on the Lego Legend of Zelda set, but I doubt that offer will hang around now that the Great Deku Tree kit is retiring

Where to buy NeeDoh, the viral toy sensation
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Stock It's fiendishly difficult to buy NeeDoh right now, so we're helping you track it down

The best Lego sets 2026 from Star Wars to Marvel, chosen by experts
By Benjamin Abbott Last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best Lego sets on shelves right now across ranges and budgets

I can't believe my favorite gaming Lego set is being retired already, so grab the Lego Great Deku Tree while you can
By Benjamin Abbott Published
Review Despite only being a couple of years old, the amazing Lego Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 is being retired already - so is it worth adding to your collection?
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