
Benjamin Abbott
As the site's Tabletop & Merch Editor, I'm in charge of everything from board game reviews to Lego guides. If it involves rolling 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 stretch back to 2012 and 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

Fans of The Dark Knight, listen up: this awesome Lego Batman set has never been cheaper
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals I adore the second movie in the trilogy, and this Lego Batman set does it justice

Best MTG deals for June 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Here are the latest offers on the most recent Magic sets

Going on vacation? Here are the best travel board games to take with you
By Benjamin Abbott published
Features If you're looking for good travel board games to take on vacation, try these six suggestions.

I didn't expect to like the latest D&D book, but after an utterly stupid adventure I'm all in on Dragon Delves
By Benjamin Abbott published
Features The latest D&D book proves that oneshot anthologies are the game's best work.

This Lego Toothless set is going to charm the heck out of How to Train Your Dragon fans
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I can see this new How to Train Your Dragon Lego set being one of the most popular gifts this year

The Traitors is out, but this pirate game combines all my favorite board games into one deceptive pocket-sized package
By Benjamin Abbott published
Opinion If you ask me, Traitors Aboard is an essential purchase for board game fans.

Clone Wars fans are eating well with these new Lego Star Wars sets
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Five new Lego Star Wars kits based on a beloved era are arriving this August.

Best board games in 2025, with over 25 recommendations reviewed by our experts
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide From party games to role-playing adventures, these are the best board games across every price range and skill level

Magic: The Gathering ban list 2025, featuring all banned cards in all formats
By Abigail Shannon last updated
Guide Here's an updated list of MTG cards banned in each format, including the complete ban list for Standard, Vintage, Commander, and more.

Everything you need to know about MTG Edge of Eternities, from mechanics to story
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide We dig into the dragon-themed Magic set

If you're melting in a heat wave, you need these water guns that make all others look stupid
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Don't bother with other water guns in the heat wave, you need these incredible blasters

"Standard is saved": Massive MTG card ban stuns the community while completely upending the metagame
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Seven major cards have just been banned by MTG

New Lego sets for July 2025, including the perfect gift I think fans will go nuts for
By Benjamin Abbott published
Guide Bluey, Disney, Fortnite, Marvel, Harry Potter, and more are getting new Lego sets in June

Sonic races into Magic: The Gathering with a surprise limited run, and you can guarantee they're gonna sell out fast
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Three Secret Lair drops are sprinting toward a July 14 launch

Kill Team Starter Set (2024) review: "A great introduction to the mechanics, but it doesn't always capture what makes the game special"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review Is the latest Kill Team Starter Set a good place to kick off your Warhammer journey?

Best Nerf blasters to dominate the backyard battlefield with in 2025, chosen by experts
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide Find the best Nerf blasters for all ages here, with options to suit every budget

If I had to recommend one Lego Star Wars set to a friend, it'd be this
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals I'd always recommend the Lego Millennium Falcon every single time

Best Lego sets 2025, from Star Wars to Marvel
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best Lego sets on shelves right now across ranges and budgets

Lego Piranha Plant (71426) review: "Full of charm"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review The Lego Piranha Plant is oozing with personality despite being a smaller, cheaper kit

Everything you need to know about MTG Final Fantasy
By Benjamin Abbott published
Guide We dig into the dragon-themed Magic set

Cheap 3D printers in June 2025 that I'd actually want to buy myself
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals This month's cheap 3D printers roundup brings you heavy-hitters from Anycubic, Elegoo, and more

This fan-favorite but forgotten Warhammer army is finally getting a revamp
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Everyone's favorite steampunk dwarves are drifting back into the Warhammer: Age of Sigmar wargame

You need to see this brilliant, but slightly unhinged, Squid Game merch ahead of season 3
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Official Squid Game Crocs are here, and they make for an excellent addition to your season three viewing.
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