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
Upcoming Switch games for 2024 (and beyond)
By Sam Loveridge, Emma-Jane Betts last updated
From Nintendo exclusives to ports, there's still plenty of upcoming Switch games on the horizon
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
Upcoming PC games for 2024 and beyond
By Josh West last updated
Upcoming PC Games There's loads of upcoming PC games set to launch this year, from Slitterhead to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
I can't wait for State of Decay 3 for one very big sentimental reason – it's the one zombie survival series I play with my dad
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | State of Decay is the only zombie survival series I've clicked with, and I can't wait for it to return
The 25 best RPGs you can (and should) play right now
By Alyssa Mercante last updated
Best List Ranking the best RPGs, from classics like Assassin's Creed to the punishing Lands Between of Elden Ring
Best Assassin's Creed games, ranked
By Louise Blain last updated
Feature Get ready for AC Shadows by replaying the best Assassin's Creed games across franchise history
Mass Effect 5: Everything we know so far about the new BioWare adventure
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature All the details on the new Mass Effect game - aka Mass Effect 5
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
Dragon Age The Veilguard finally brings back the dialogue option I always used in Dragon Age 2 and it doesn't disappoint
By Heather Wald published
Now Playing Now Playing | I'm recapturing my favorite role-playing approach from Dragon Age 2 and loving every minute
Life is Strange: Double Exposure's ending hints at the "future plan" Deck Nine has in store, but where will that lead us?
By Heather Wald published
Interview Interview | Max is back, but where will the Life is Strange series go next?
Black Friday Meta Quest deals 2024 - what to expect for this November
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Black Friday 2024 Black Friday Meta Quest deals could be worth preparing for in 2024, so we're rounding up everything we expect from this November.
GTA 6: Everything we know so far
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release in 2025, and here's all the latest news, theories, and story info from Rockstar Games
Cyber Monday gaming chair deals 2024: What you need to know about this December
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Cyber Monday Cyber Monday gaming chair deals could help you budget for a new throne. Here's what we expect going into deals season.
10 games like Dragon Age to get swept up in when you're ready to leave Thedas
By Heather Wald published
These 10 games like Dragon Age are here for you - whether you're holding out on Dragon Age The Veilguard, or you're looking for similar adventures
10 years later, Dragon Age: The Veilguard's release marks the return of an RPG series that made a lasting impact on my life
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | Dragon Age is back after a decade and it's got me reflecting back on a series so close to my heart
Upcoming PS5 games: New PS5 games for 2024 and beyond
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature Here's the upcoming PS5 games line-up of top games to have on your radar
The 10 best BioWare games of all time
By Jess Kinghorn last updated
Feature Check out the best BioWare games to get stuck into before you play Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Life is Strange Double Exposure raises questions about powers in the universe that I've been thinking about for a long time
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | Max's return has me once again thinking about the nature of powers in the Life is Strange Universe
Black Friday CPU deals 2024: What to expect from this year's sales
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Black Friday 2024 It's worth reading up on Black Friday CPU deals, here's what you need to know
Black Friday Xbox deals 2024: Here's what you need to know
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Black Friday Black Friday Xbox deals were great last year, here's what we expect from 2024
How to get the best Black Friday Magic: The Gathering deals 2024
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Black Friday Here's how to make the most of this year's Black Friday Magic: The Gathering deals
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 in 2024
The 25 best single-player games to play right now
By Alex Avard last updated
Feature From Elden Ring to Baldur's Gate 3, here are the 25 best single player games to play right now
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle feels the most rewarding when you're being stealthy, and it captured my heart with one little reference
By Heather Wald published
Preview Preview | I played Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for three hours and the attention to detail made my Indiana Jones-loving heart soar
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