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
You're gonna need a bigger shelf, because Lego Jaws just arrived
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The highly-anticipated Lego Jaws set has finally emerged
I've tracked down the best 4th of July gaming deals for you, from PC to tabletop
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deals I've found the best 4th of July gaming deals so you don't have to
New Skaventide deal gets you a mountain of rats and Stormcast ahead of next Warhammer Age of Sigmar edition
By Benjamin Abbott published
Deal You can pre-order the new Warhammer Age of Sigmar boxset, Skaventide, for a lot less
Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro review: "Of everything I've tested so far in 2024, it's the standout"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review
You may call him 'Darth Teeth,' but you can't deny that this Acolyte Sith helmet replica is awesome
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Hasbro reveals Black Series helmet based on The Acolyte Sith
Nerf N-Series Pinpoint review: "Wipes the floor with old blasters"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Review
New Lego Star Wars sets ask 'what if' with evil Millennium Falcon
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Darth Jar Jar pilots this bonkers new Lego Millennium Falcon from Rebuild the Galaxy
Warhammer Age of Sigmar used to scare me, but Skaventide changed all that
By Benjamin Abbott published
Opinion Opinion | This feels like surprisingly good place to start
These are the 5 Lego sets I'm expecting to get big savings this Prime Day
By Benjamin Abbott published
Prime Day If you're keeping an eye out for cheap Lego sets this Prime Day, these are the ones I'd recommend watching
Best classic board games 2024: Revisit some old favorites
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Classic board games aren't exactly few in number, so these budget-friendly and premium options are the ones we'd recommend prioritising
It looks like guns are becoming a bigger deal in D&D with the new rulebooks
By Benjamin Abbott published
News We got an early look at the new D&D Player's Handbook and were surprised to see guns in the main equipment list
Exclusive: Upcoming Disney Lorcana and Disney Villainous crossover is pure gold
By Abigail Shannon published
News We've got the scoop on a special Disney Lorcana card that's only available in Disney Villainous: Introduction to Evil
Best upcoming and new board games, card games, and tabletop RPGs in 2024
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
New board games These new board games and upcoming tabletop RPGs need to be on your radar
How one of the most prolific board game designers made it: "The idea of mass market 'being simple' is bullshit"
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature Eric M. Lang tells all about his career and most recent board game
These essential Amazon Prime Day tips will help you save the most money
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Prime Day We have some Amazon Prime Day tips and advice to help you get the most out of this year's discounts
Are Prime Day gaming deals worth bothering with? Absolutely, here's why
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Prime Day Gaming deals are a big part of Prime Day, so here's everything you need to know about whether they're any good
Mutant Year Zero: Zone Wars has a problem with your favorite wargames, but that's why it works so well
By Benjamin Abbott published
Feature Mutant Year Zero: Zone Wars was born out of frustration with other wargames, and a developer tells us how this is its secret weapon
Lego Millennium Falcon (75375) review: "She's got it where it counts"
By Benjamin Abbott published
I think the new D&D Monster Manual cover is best, and the artist behind each rulebook agrees
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The new D&D Monster Manual cover has been revealed
Exclusive: D&D Dungeon Master's Guide alt cover channels every DM's inner schemer
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Get an exclusive look at the new D&D Dungeon Master's Guide alt cover, featuring a classic villain
Hey, listen, Lego Legend of Zelda is actually real
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Lego Legend of Zelda is kicking off with a 2-in-1 Great Deku Tree set
Everything revealed at the Warhammer Preview Show at a glance, including a Necromunda dungeon-crawler
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Here's everything you missed from the Warhammer Preview Show
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