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

New Lego Death Star is one of the biggest and most expensive sets ever made
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A new Lego Death Star has been revealed with a $1K price and over 9,000 pieces.

I hope you're ready for more Mega Evolution cards in Pokemon TCG, because this new expansion goes all in on the idea
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Details and a release date have been revealed for the next Pokemon TCG expansion

"The Mega Drive deserves better" - A Lego Sega Genesis Controller is coming soon, but it won't be easy to get
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A new Lego Sega Genesis model just dropped

Everyone's freaking out at the rumored $650 Lego Pokemon set, but here's why I wouldn't panic just yet
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Something about the rumored 6,000-piece Lego Pokemon set seems off to me

The weirdest ever Warhammer game is back with a new edition, and I think you need to see this
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Prepare for a different kind of fantasy football, because Blood Bowl is getting a new edition

My favorite ever Disney Halloween decoration is available again, so don't miss it
By Benjamin Abbott published
News I'm a massive Disney fan and this is my favorite Fall decoration

How to tell if a Labubu is real or fake, with telltale signs to look out for
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide We run down every piece of advice you need to help you work out if a Labubu toy is real or fake

I've been a Lego reviewer for over 5 years, and these are the Lego Harry Potter sets I'd recommend in the Back to Hogwarts sale
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals You can currently save money on almost every single Lego Harry Potter set at Amazon

My favorite Lego set of all time, Lego Rivendell, just got a rare discount along with Barad-dur
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals You can save a whole mess of cash on Lego Rivendell and Lego Barad-dur right now, so here's why you should care

Pirates of the Caribbean and Arkham Asylum are the best new Lego sets in September 2025, if you ask me
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Which kits are worth grabbing out of this month's new Lego sets?

The best board games 2025, with over 25 recommendations tested, reviewed, and rated by 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

Hey, listen, the Lego Great Deku Tree has never been cheaper and I think it's the ultimate gaming set
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals This Lego Legend of Zelda kit hasn't ever been cheaper, and there's not even a special sale on to justify the price cut

The 6 best 2-player board games in 2025 for date night and more, hand-picked by experts
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide Here are our favorite 2-player board games across every genre and budget

The best adult board games 2025, from newcomer Fate of the Fellowship to Gloomhaven
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

Best water guns 2025: Save on must-have Super Soakers and water pistols
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide You can get your hands on the best water guns to suit any age and budget here

I'm sorry to inform anyone trying to save money that this perfect replica Wolverine helmet is up for pre-order now
By Benjamin Abbott published
News You can now pre-order a replica Wolverine helmet and it's damn perfect, bub

New Lego Pirates of the Caribbean set makes sure you'll never forget the time they almost caught Captain Jack Sparrow
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Massive new Lego Pirates of the Caribbean set has nearly 3K pieces and a working ship wheel

A Final Fantasy Commander deck finally gets a good price cut in September's MTG deals
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Here are the latest offers on the most recent Magic sets

Pandemic review: "It's like a psychological shot of espresso"
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Review This might be my all-time favorite team board game

I think Lego Book Nooks are the toy-maker's best idea in years, and they deserve a spot on your shelf immediately
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Lego's best idea in a long time, the Lego Book Nooks, have hit a record low price

I've fallen out of love with Destiny, but this new tabletop RPG captures what I adored about it in the first place
By Benjamin Abbott published
News This tabletop RPG captures what I used to love about Destiny, and I can't get enough

Almost every Lego Fortnite set just got its biggest ever discount, including my all-time favorite
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal Amazon's Gaming Week has slashed the price of numerous kits

The most Lego Star Wars set ever has literally never been cheaper
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal Here's where to get the Lego Star Wars logo for a record low price
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