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 12DOVE 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
Best Nintendo Switch gifts for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts Got a mushroom hopping, rupee collecting, critter battling Ninty fan to buy for? Here are the best Nintendo Switch gifts on the shelves right now
I'd say these Warhammer 40K heavy metal Space Marines stole the show at Warhammer Las Vegas Open 2025
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Here's every reveal in one, easy-to-read place
Best Xbox gifts for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts We've rounded up all of the best Xbox gifts for you right here, to suit any budget
Best PS5 gifts for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Gifts Our resident PlayStation fans have rounded up all the best PS5 gifts in one place
Everything you need to know about a Disney Plus price increase
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide Here's a rundown on the latest Disney Plus price increase information
Lego Twilight House revealed, and yes, it includes sparkly vampires
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A Lego Twilight set is on the way, and it features a "dazzling sparkle effect" for Edward
Best Disney Plus sign-up deals in January 2025, and how to get the cheapest offers
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals Disney Plus sign-up prices and offers are available right here, including ways to save money
Carcassonne review: "Inoffensive family fun with heaps of replayability"
By Katie Wickens published
Review Should you buy it in 2025?
Is there a Disney Plus free trial in January 2025?
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Deals We've got all the details on where, and if, you can find a Disney Plus free trial
Disney Plus explained: Shows, fees, and everything else you need to know
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide Disney Plus details, pricing, and what's available to watch right now - where should you start? We've got the answers
Forget Space Marines, this might be the quintessential Warhammer 40K army set
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature The Death Korps of Krieg are as grimdark as it gets, and their new army set is awesome
A Lego Game Boy is on the way, and I'm losing my damn mind
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A Lego Game Boy is on the way for October 2025
I didn't have a fish version of Wingspan on my 2025 bingo card, but I'll take it
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A brand-new version of Wingspan is on the cards, and it dives beneath the ocean
New version of Catan is "modernizing" the board game and "updating it to today's standards"
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A new, sixth edition of Catan will be arriving soon
How we test board games at 12DOVE
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Guide This is what our team of writers, editors, and contributors do to bring you the most informative review content and buying advice
If you want to try tabletop RPGs, I think this one may be better than D&D
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature If you haven't tried The One Ring yet, you should
Forget Warhammer 40K or Age of Sigmar, this is the wargame I think you should get into this Christmas
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature If you want a new system to sink your teeth into, I can't recommend Kill Team: Hivestorm enough
Best cooperative board games to team up with in 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide These are the cooperative board games you have to try
Must-have family board games for 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Board games We've rounded up six of the best family board games that definitely need to be in your collection.
Best water guns 2025: Save on must-have Super Soakers and water pistols
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Best water guns for kids and adults - we've rounded up the perfect Super Soakers and water pistols to suit every budget
Best Nerf guns to dominate the backyard battlefield with in 2025
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying Guide Find the best Nerf blasters for all ages here, with options to suit every budget
Even Tom Nook couldn't refuse this record low Lego Animal Crossing deal
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal My favorite Lego Animal Crossing set just hit its lowest ever price
Essential board games for adults 2025, from party games to RPG epics
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
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