Heather Wald
I started out writing for the games section of a student-run website as an undergrad, and continued to write about games in my free time during retail and temp jobs for a number of years. Eventually, I earned an MA in magazine journalism at Cardiff University, and soon after got my first official role in the industry as a content editor for Stuff magazine. After writing about all things tech and games-related, I then did a brief stint as a freelancer before I landed my role as a staff writer here at 12DOVE. Now I get to write features, previews, and reviews, and when I'm not doing that, you can usually find me lost in any one of the Dragon Age or Mass Effect games, tucking into another delightful indie, or drinking far too much tea for my own good.
Latest articles by Heather Wald
Best horror games to play right now
By Leon Hurley last updated
Best List Reader, beware: the best horror games will haunt you forever
10 games like Call of Duty that you should play now
By Alysia Judge last updated
Feature Looking for a new FPS? Then you'll want to check out these great Call of Duty alternatives
Best Xbox Series X games to experience on Microsoft's flagship console
By Josh West last updated
Best List Put your setup to the test with the best Xbox Series X games
Upcoming Xbox Series X games for 2025 and beyond
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature All the new and upcoming Xbox Series X games confirmed to launch in the coming months
25 Best Nintendo Switch games to play right now
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Best List From Balatro to Mario Kart, here are the best Switch games to play right now
The 25 best co-op games of all time
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature Grab a buddy and settle down, because the best co-op games will keep you both busy for hours to come
Every upcoming video game movie you need to know about
By Bradley Russell last updated
Upcoming From The Sims to A Minecraft Movie, here's the latest news on all the upcoming video game movies currently in production
10 games like Diablo to play after Diablo 4
By Jordan Gerblick last updated
Feature Looking for something to play after Diablo 4? These games like Diablo are here to help
10 games like The Last of Us that will take you on an unforgettable adventure
By Jordan Oloman last updated
Feature Finished The Last of Us Part 1 and Part 2? Then here's the games like The Last of Us you need to play next
10 games like The Sims 4 that will let you live a virtual life
By Heather Wald last updated
Feature Games like The Sims 4 that will have you meddling and matchmaking
10 games like Uncharted full of adventure and treasure
By Heather Wald last updated
Feature If Nathan Drake inspired you, check out these games like Uncharted for more action and adventure
I cover indie games every week, and the likes of Balatro, Animal Well, and Thank Goodness You're Here have made 2024 an unforgettable year
By Heather Wald published
Year in review Year in Review | 2024 has been home to a rich array of memorable new indie games
15 games like Animal Crossing that are so wholesome it hurts
By Heather Wald last updated
Feature Games like Animal Crossing for when you're sick of Tom Nook or just love Animal Crossing so much you just want more
The best PS5 games to play in 2024
By Josh West last updated
Best list From Cyberpunk 2077 to Helldivers 2, here's the best PlayStation 5 games you need on your radar
Hollow Knight Silksong: Everything we know so far
By Hirun Cryer last updated
Feature All of the latest Hollow Knight: Silksong news and updates
Star Wars Eclipse: Everything we know so far
By Josh West last updated
Feature The new Quantic Dream game is set to deliver an adventure unlike any other as it takes us off to the High Republic era of Star Wars
The 25 best PC games to play right now
By Malindy Hetfeld last updated
Feature From Spider-Man to Hades 2, the best PC games offer immersive new worlds to explore and make your own
Marvel's Wolverine PS5: Everything we know so far
By Josh West last updated
Guide Upcoming PS5 exclusive Marvel's Wolverine is currently in development at Insomniac Games
Jurassic Park: Survival – Everything we know so far about the new Jurassic Park game
By Josh West last updated
Feature Here's everything you need to know about Jurassic Park: Survival, an upcoming horror-survival game that gives "monster" a very specific meaning
Light No Fire: Everything we know so far
By Josh West last updated
Feature A fantasy game from the creators of No Man's Sky, where you adventure, build, survive and explore a true open world together
Hades 2 guide: Everything you need to know
By Heather Wald last updated
Guide With the Hades 2 early access period underway, here's the key gameplay guides and information you need to survive the underworld - and beyond
State of Decay 3: Everything we know so far
By Heather Wald last updated
News Here's all the latest State of Decay 3 development news and gameplay details
25 games like Minecraft to play that will let your imagination run wild
By Alex Avard last updated
Best List Whether you're looking to build a world or simply survive in one, these are the best games like Minecraft to play today
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