Sam Loveridge
Sam Loveridge is the Global Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar, and joined the team in August 2017. Sam came to GamesRadar after working at TrustedReviews, Digital Spy, and Fandom, following the completion of an MA in Journalism. In her time, she's also had appearances on The Guardian, BBC, and more. Her experience has seen her cover console and PC games, along with gaming hardware, for a decade, and for GamesRadar, she's in charge of the site's overall direction, managing the team, and making sure it's the best it can be. Her gaming passions lie with weird simulation games, big open-world RPGs, and beautifully crafted indies. She plays across all platforms, and specializes in titles like Pokemon, Assassin's Creed, The Sims, and more. Basically, she loves all games that aren't sports or fighting titles! In her spare time, Sam likes to live like Stardew Valley by cooking and baking, growing vegetables, and enjoying life in the countryside.
Latest articles by Sam Loveridge
![Alan Wake 2 case board](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j2fcC7AAZuf5hNXzh7QE4P-320-80.jpg)
How to use the Alan Wake 2 case board and place clues
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide How to place clues and map out your investigation using the case board in Alan Wake 2
![Lego Fortnite](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pQJEukhoigJMiqJdse3gMU-320-80.jpg)
Lego Fortnite is the Animal Crossing replacement I never expected, but now I can't put it down
By Sam Loveridge published
Feature Opinion | I did not have Lego Fortnite being my Animal Crossing replacement on my bingo sheet
![A Leonida native from the GTA 6 trailer trying to capture a gator](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oJezhgoWtqDhMc5FMYNhTc-320-80.jpg)
We used the Florida Man Birthday Challenge to learn more about GTA 6’s Leonida and got more than we bargained for
By Iain Harris published
Opinion Grand Theft Advent | Come share in our wisdom
![Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown December Preview screenshots](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pHEiCvzDfcLvytbMm29GXf-320-80.jpg)
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is Hollow Knight meets Rayman Legends and I'm here for it
By Sam Loveridge published
Preview Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a brilliant Metroidvania spin on the classic IP
![Solving the book puzzle in Assassin's Creed Mirage](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n6EZ2zxpPHtpMj8X7mWjyd-320-80.jpg)
How to solve the Assassin's Creed Mirage Serpent's Nest book puzzle
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide The key to the secret chamber Assassin's Creed Mirage book puzzle is matching words to colors
![Basim wearing the secret weapons and armor in Assassin's Creed Mirage](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N5NFmNWLbZJeUTtYNdLzt7-320-80.jpg)
How to find secret armor and weapons in Assassin's Creed Mirage using Mysterious Shards
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Trade mysterious shards for Assassin's Creed Mirage's secret weapons and armor
![Alan Wake 2 review screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RVE3Ghscb8xJMgg9REF3Wo-320-80.jpg)
Alan Wake 2 minimum requirements and recommended specs on PC
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Here's the level of PC hardware specs you'll need to meet the Alan Wake 2 minimum requirements
![The Game Awards 2023 logo and date - December 7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6zW6VjGNNXQSWjsfCV988K-320-80.jpg)
Everything announced at The Game Awards 2023
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Live All the announcements, award winners, and more from this year's Game Awards
![dualsense controller](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rJG6m2TaZs6qYuwZj2CrVk-320-80.png)
Why isn't my PS5 controller charging?
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide If your PlayStation 5 DualSense controller isn't charging, there's a few possible reasons
![PS4 controller](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c5HS4yhY5XNUEZM3BkbDgF-320-80.jpg)
How to use a PS4 controller on PS5
By Sam Loveridge, Leon Hurley last updated
Guide You can use a PS4 controller on your PS5, but only for certain games
![Grand Theft Auto 6's (anti) hero Lucia](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ooqF7iKuh8Ahdoe66pNdig-320-80.jpg)
Leading with GTA 6's female protagonist is a move that should have happened a long time ago
By Sam Loveridge published
Grand Theft Advent | Why Lucia taking center stage as GTA's first proper female (anti)hero is a big deal
![Deathloop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vjKYBqzGavYcfRj8F9FL3d-320-80.jpg)
Can you play PS5 games on PS4?
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Is there a way for you to play newer, bigger PS5 games on PS4?
![Horizon Forbidden West Burning Shores](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/johiPfF2YTpcTCFtrnyTp9-320-80.jpg)
How to transfer games to PS5 external hard drive
By Sam Loveridge, Brendan Griffiths last updated
Guide Transfer PS5 games to an external hard drive with this handy guide
![Far Cry 6 best gear builds](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ViK6shp9TPt5VVUtxwEatB-320-80.jpg)
How to download PS4 saves on PS5
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide How to play from your PS4 game saves on PS5
![PS5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2P2FhFUkZACLQP2VY2T6p7-320-80.jpg)
How to transfer PS4 games to PS5
By Connor Sheridan, Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Take your PS4 games to PS5 with these methods
![Bloodborne](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9uGfFrhL9RQGP6tPtkQHp7-320-80.jpg)
How to play PS4 games on PS5
By Rachel Weber, Sam Loveridge last updated
feature Do PS4 games work on PS5? We'll explain what's possible in our guide below
![PS5 console on a wooden table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ltq7DPD2Y2bFKrTek7UZZb-320-80.jpg)
PS5 SSD / HDD support and additional PS5 storage explained
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Want more PS5 storage? It's a little bit tricky at launch
![PS5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EkCF9fFxDrTgFbVEXYV8Sk-320-80.jpg)
PS5 standby mode and what you can do in PS5 rest mode explained
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide From downloads to power, here's what PS5 standby mode does when activated
![PS5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sEPKFWzx4WRLEJus7WdPFV-320-80.jpg)
How to turn off PS5 consoles
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Here's how to shut down a PS5, either manually or in the UI
![GTA 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3D9dh6TgNMUXwC7kYD5rP-320-80.jpg)
GTA 6 trailer release live coverage
By Sam Loveridge last updated
GTA 6 GTA 6 trailer 1 is here early! Watch it here
![PS5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2P2FhFUkZACLQP2VY2T6p7-320-80.jpg)
Where is the PS5 Power Button?
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide How to find the PS5 Power Button and turn on the PlayStation 5
![How to eject a PS5 disc](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TavD3LGSRNhgLZnagNTpSd-320-80.jpg)
How to eject a PS5 disc
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Guide Here are two ways to eject a disc from a PS5
![GTA 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5fBb9xyKyhuypqTHgKurYJ-320-80.png)
The 5 most impressive things about the GTA 6 trailer
By Joe Donnelly published
Opinion Opinion | The 12DOVE team takes a closer look at what makes Vice City tick