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
![Disney Lorcana cards in a circle around a deck on a wooden table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cGjBWw2ffdLeDrsmWnMXDD-320-80.jpg)
Why Disney Lorcana is the trading card game we need right now
By Benjamin Abbott published
Opinion Disney Lorcana co-designer Ryan Miller talks us through the industry's latest obsession.
![Disney Lorcana logo with Elsa, Mickey, and Maleficent in the background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3YSrKgWWJxBLi2wZtVKKsn-320-80.jpg)
Disney Lorcana explained: card spoilers, story, price, and gameplay
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Explained The full lowdown on what you should expect from Disney Lorcana, including all the cards announced so far
![Aurora in Disney Lorcana, casting magic](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mYXt2rHogmU6fC5afzmZDf-320-80.jpg)
When is the Disney Lorcana release date?
By Benjamin Abbott published
Guide We explain when you'll be able to get the new trading card game, including the Disney Lorcana release date for Chapter 2.
![Disney Lorcana cards and deck boxes divided by a GamesRadar+ cross](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b5SUCmuH6F3ZAzJmFUpmBD-320-80.jpg)
Which of the Disney Lorcana starter decks should you get?
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Buying guide Find out which of the Disney Lorcana starter decks is right for your with our guide.
![A Cities of Sigmar warrior with his dog stands beside a Space Marine armed with a Jump Pack and Chainsword](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LGTSs4zRhXnbt3NdxJqTxT-320-80.jpg)
Major Space Marine reinforcements hit Warhammer 40K, and Cities of Sigmar take Warcry
By Benjamin Abbott published
News We break down all of the Warhammer 40K, Age of Sigmar, Underworlds, Warcry, and Horus Heresy announcements from this year's Nova Open.
![Artwork of sculpted pillars alongside a cave troll attack in Moria - Through the Doors of Durin](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XcpYSTp3v36DqRMWbPyG4F-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive first look at the Moria expansion for Lord of the Rings RPG and D&D
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News We've got your first look at artwork and Kickstarter details for The One Ring and Lord of the Rings Roleplaying's Moria book
![A close-up view of the Black Series Sabine Wren replica helmet from Ahsoka](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4WDYMn9zzc5x4gaQCZUJ3B-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive Ahsoka reveal: Sabine Black Series helmet replica on the way
By Benjamin Abbott published
Armor up 12DOVE can exclusively offer your first look at the Star Wars Black Series Sabine helmet from Ahsoka.
![The Spark of Rebellion Star Wars: Unlimited set on a background of stars](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cg8HcH6SoYFMpRkn5Mbq5R-320-80.jpg)
Get your first look at the starter decks and rules for Star Wars: Unlimited
By Benjamin Abbott published
News We round up the first details for the Star Wars: Unlimited starter set, Spark of Rebellion
![Dungeon Kart racer tokens on the starting line, alongside a Dungeon Kart character card depicting 'King Croak'](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xcYHpzE7KTt49JrXfLT6z9-320-80.jpg)
This new board game is Mario Kart in all but name
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News A new Mario Kart-inspired board game races onto Kickstarter, and it's causing a stir.
![Baldur's Gate city alongside two adventurers with swords drawn](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YkG66Ptccp7rSUyeAkBDsG-320-80.jpg)
Free Baldur's Gate pack fills you in on all the D&D lore you need for the city
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News You can pick up a free Baldur's Gate booklet with all the lore you need on the city from D&D Beyond right now.
![The three Warhammer 40K starter sets standing together on a wooden table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rdj7uduT5NgL5YtTXMkgiK-320-80.jpg)
Warhammer 40K Starter Sets compared - which one should you buy?
By Benjamin Abbott published
Buying guide We break down which of the three Warhammer 40K starter sets is right for you.
![A model of Ghost in Call of Duty: The Board Game](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ng8wTxvV2ZbBnswFzKvHtC-320-80.jpg)
Even though I got my ass kicked in the Call of Duty board game, I still loved it
By Benjamin Abbott published
Shoot-'em-up We go hands-on with the Call of Duty board game and report back on what we think.
![A lineup of the enemies in Horrified: Greek Monsters on a cloudy environment](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hy4NUGx9fEjg3uxnAKNNJN-320-80.jpg)
Minotaurs and Medusa are coming to get you in new Horrified board game
By Benjamin Abbott published
News The next Horrified board game has been announced, and it'll turn back time to Ancient Greece
![An assassin from Assassin's Creed and armored warrior from Fallout for Magic: The Gathering](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sTFvkRrtixTLVJvNtmTMQC-320-80.jpg)
Fallout and Assassin's Creed are coming to Magic: The Gathering
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News All the sets up until 2026 have been revealed for Magic: The Gathering
![Two aliens battle a monster with the Starfinder second edition logo over the top](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hTDxasxKhj6TYRsyQQsdEF-320-80.jpg)
Sci-fi D&D rival Starfinder is getting a revamp
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Starfinder second edition has been announced for 2024, and it'll apparently have the "most open" playtest the company's ever done.
![The cards, box, miniatures, and rule books for Betrayal Evil Reigns in the Wynter's Pale The Yuletide Tale](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vvd9929xQT8TcS8Ez7fQXi-320-80.jpg)
Santa's coming to town to murder you in wild new horror board game expansion
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News There's a new Betrayal at House on the Hill expansion on the way, so we've broken down what you need to know about this Holiday-themed horror board game.
![Isabella, holding a bag of bells over the Futurama 'take my money' meme](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/E6WwKCkyGpp6wDHXNS6KuU-320-80.jpg)
Lego Animal Crossing sets rumored, giving Tom Nook something else to tax us for
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News Rumored Lego Animal Crossing sets are causing a stir, so we break down everything you need to know.
![Han Solo charges with a blaster in this Star Wars: Unlimited card art](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dyBB4YmWH2mZFnfiK9yAVh-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive look at Han Solo's card in Star Wars: Unlimited
By Benjamin Abbott published
News We've got your first look at Han's card in Star Wars: Unlimited.
![Two adventurers stand before the Doors of Durin with the game's title on the left](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vnf2z7LS44wRpKdcTZYHgh-320-80.jpg)
Explore the long dark of Moria with new Lord of the Rings RPG expansion
By Benjamin Abbott published
News A Moria-based expansion for The One Ring has just been revealed, allowing us to adventure across the dwarven stronghold in the Lord of the Rings RPG.
![The heroes of the new Marvel: Crisis Protocol core box stand together in the middle of a ruined street](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aMhCDX9GanMoGRF3K3z77S-320-80.jpg)
If you want to try Marvel: Crisis Protocol, a new core set is coming just for you
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Marvel: Crisis Protocol gets a new core set, but the rules aren't changing.
![Three mushrooms in a forest, from the cover of the Undergrove board game](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6LpVtyLKrC85VMBv7iTdMh-320-80.jpg)
Wingspan creator's next board game project is a little seedy - literally
By Benjamin Abbott published
News Creator of the mega-popular Wingspan board game has announced their next project.
![A version of Snow White in MTG Wilds of Eldraine](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DWm45nWwuuontDrkZ3tFjJ-320-80.jpg)
MTG goes dark Disney with its take on fairytale icons
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
News You'll find details from the Magic Con Barcelona panel here, with artwork showing off Wilds of Eldraine.
![A woman wields a buzz-saw club in a neon-soaked fair](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yUGrLJLz7qNLQSZHR7evpJ-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive reveal: the blood-soaked Art of Dead Island 2 book
By Benjamin Abbott published
Exclusive 12DOVE can exclusively reveal The Art of Dead Island 2 by Dark Horse