Ben Williams

Merry Pokémon Day beautiful, people.

Still blown away how I went from getting Pokémon Blue on Christmas Day 1999 from my uncle, to still writing about Pokémon as part of my job today — even going to Paris & Anaheim for Go Fest and Worlds last year.

Beyond grateful.

Here's to another 30 years!

Still taking every opportunity I can get to glaze the best films of 2025 with my pals at @thegamerweb.bsky.social Happy New Year 'n' all that 👋 www.thegamer.com/movie-of-the...

Game Of The Year 2025 - Editor’s Pick, Ben Williams Out of all the great games that came out this year, here's the top ten well-deserved GOTY picks for 2025.

Before the weekend, I put out my top 10 Game of the Year list of 2025 for @thegamerweb.bsky.social. What a ride the last 12 months have been.

Here's to playing lots of video games over the break & praying Dispatch gets a season 2🥂 www.thegamer.com/game-of-the-...

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie review - A gripping and gorgeous anime spectacle The best Demon Slayer has ever looked.

Ufotable once again outdoes itself by making the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie the most gripping & visually stunning the franchise has ever been⚔️👏

My full @radiotimes.bsky.social review🔽 www.radiotimes.com/tv/fantasy/a...

Playing Gears of War Reloaded on PS5

This feels so wrong, yet so right

Pokémon Legends: Z-A preview – Mega Evolution is so back Returning to Kalos in style.

Got the privilege of being among the first to play Pokémon Legends: Z-A ahead of Pokémon Worlds 2025, and I've come away very, very, hyped 🙏

My full preview write-up at @radiotimes.bsky.social ⬇️ www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...

23 weird rumours that plagued the Pokémon fandom – 5 of which are still unresolved Find out which are true, hoaxes, and still a mystery in the world of Pocket Monsters.

One of my July highlights — diving into old Pokemon rumours for my pals at @radiotimes.bsky.social 🎮

Also determined to campaign for making Gorochu a reality one day 💛 www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...

Alexander Skarsgård and cast of Murderbot TEASE what to expect from All Systems Red adaptation YouTube video by Radio Times

The Murderbot press junket was the most ambitious set of interviews I've covered at @radiotimes.bsky.social yet, but I'm so happy with how the final super-cut turned out!

Very excited for you guys to check the show out & see what this passionate lot have made 🤖👏

Murderbot review: Alexander Skarsgård fronts killer adaptation of beloved sci-fi novella A fun sci-fi comedy outing for Apple TV+.

After watching all 10 episodes of Murderbot, I can confirm you're in for a really fun time as this charming show hits Apple TV+ this week 🤖

It instantly left me wanting more.

My full series review at @radiotimes.bsky.social 👇

Every Minecraft Nerf Blaster You Can Buy Right Now - IGN Minecraft Movie fans can check out these Nerf Blasters that have been made after mob creatures from the game, including the epic Ender Dragon, all available to buy right now.

I've also spent a ton of time fully educating myself on the Minecraft Nerf Blaster scene for this @ign.com buying guide I wrote, because of course.

I love my job.

Amazon listings for Xbox consoles and controllers are yet to be hit by the price hike Price hikes on everything Xbox are on the way are on the way globally. Here's where you can still buy everything at reduced prices before the increase.

Back with my pals at @eurogamer.bsky.social talking about where you can still get an Xbox Series X|S for less before the US & UK price hikes kick in

(If you wanted one that is)

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review: An RPG Pièce de Résistance A brave & bold piece of art.

From its story and combat to "must buy on vinyl immediately" soundtrack, Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is one of the finest games I've played in years, and one of the best I've ever reviewed.

A new high both for the gaming industry and the turn-based genre altogether🏆

Isabela Merced didn't have chemistry test with Bella Ramsey for The Last of Us season 2 An 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' approach from season 1.

Ya boy is back at Radio Times talking about The Last of Us things with the debut of season 2 👏

Now to go and spend a week obsessing over the game again

Now having a Pokemon card shop only a 10-minute walk away is both an amazing & very dangerous game

Me scouring the Nintendo Switch 2 site for pre-order info later

Huge PS5 Astro Bot Bundle Deal – Plus an Extra £50 Off with PlayStation’s Trade-In Offer - IGN PlayStation has introduced three new ways to easily afford a PS5, including an Astrobot bundle saving you £109.99 & £50 extra when trading in a PS4.

Had the pleasure of taking on a bit of PlayStation brand partnership content doing what I do best: convincing people to upgrade to a PS5

Amazon Drops Xbox Controllers to Just £36 During Its Spring Sale in the UK - IGN Xbox Series X|S controllers are at their lowest prices in the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale, going for as low as £35.99 for a limited time.

Got some great bargain coverage going for the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale at @ign.com 🎮

Still feels amazingly surreal the ecom expertise from my GGRecon & GameByte days has led me to working with the biggest name in games journalism. Unreal stuff.

Atari 2600 Plus Console is Exclusively 50% off at Amazon UK Today - IGN The Atari 2600 Plus console is at one of its lowest prices ever in the UK, making it the perfect chance to jump in on the retro-gaming while you still can.

Sharing of course because it's my IGN debut, but also a legit good deal on the best Space Invaders machine 💸

www.ign.com/articles/ata...

Assassin's Creed Shadows Review: An Imperfect Return to Form Not in the best in the series, but the best in a long time.

Assassin's Creed Shadows feels like the comeback longtime fans have been waiting for🎌

While not without its flaws, this mix of AC & 16th-century Japan is the best we've had from the franchise since Black Flag.

My full Twinfinite review👇#AssassinsCreedShadows twinfinite.net/reviews/assa...

In all of life's latest craziness, I forgot to mention I've been playing Assassin's Creed Shadows for review! 🥷

Anyone who knows me gets how excited I am for anything Japan-related, so look out for my full review on Tuesday the 18th at Twinfinite 🎌 #AssassinsCreedShadows

Wanderstop Is Already One of the Cozy Gaming Greats [Review] Find out in our Wanderstop review whether Ivy Road's debut cozy narrative-driven game lives up to its hype.

Wanderstop is a fantastic narrative-driven cozy game that delivers everything you can expect of the genre & more — along with giving you the biggest craving for a cracking brew throughout 🍵🫖

My full review over at The Escapist 👇

www.escapistmagazine.com/wanderstop-i...

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Hands-On Preview - Paints a Pretty Picture A grand dark fantasy twist.

Late on sharing because life, but I had an amazing time getting to preview Clair Obscur: Expedition33!

Can't wait to see if the rest of the game lives up to the standard this teaser build set up 🎨 Full write-up over at Twinfinite👇

twinfinite.net/features/cla...

Invincible season 3's latest heartbreaking episode was just the beginning as I'm convinced a major comics arc is coming Opinion: All signs are leading to a huge and heartbreaking comic book arc

My newest byline for raving about Invincible content,
GamesRadar+ has allowed me to come talk about the carnage expected to come during the rest of Season 3!💥

Powerplex was only the start, baby.

Been a hoot smashing the RT gaming beat with you, brother. Don't be a stranger!

Avowed Review - Much More Than Obsidian's Skyrim A land to live for.

My Avowed review for Twinfinite is up!

Obsidian has successfully carved its own slice out of the fantasy RPG genre pie with addictive combat & fun exploration ✨

Elder Scrolls fans and beyond, you definitely shouldn't sleep on this one ⚔️ twinfinite.net/reviews/avow...

If you see this, quote with a game you've replayed multiple times.

Then tag a friend @chrisco96.bsky.social

Invincible's Robert Kirkman learned from The Walking Dead mistake The Invincible creator's taken from the lessons learned during his first adaptation.

Ahead of Invincible Season 3, I had the honour of interviewing all-time comic book great, Robert Kirkman & series showrunner, Simon Racioppa.

If you love Invincible and/or The Walking Dead, this is one for you.

Easily a top 5 career moment.

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Excited to say I'm playing & reviewing Avowed. I'll have my full thoughts over at Twinfinite on February 13th.

Cheers to @xbox.com and the game's team at @obsidianent.bsky.social for the early access!

McDonald's Pokémon collab explained: Will the branded Happy Meal come to the UK? Grab a Pikachu with those McNuggets.

"Thank you. Can I have 12?". Lovin' it.

www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...

Honey Lemon Soda review: A sweet palate cleanser to cure the January blues A flavourful adaptation of Mayu Murata’s romance manga.

Kicking off my 2025 review coverage at radiotimes.bsky.social with thoughts on the adorable new anime, Honey Lemon Soda 🍯🍋

If you love feel-good, young romance / slice-of-life stories, you're in for a treat👇 www.radiotimes.com/tv/fantasy/a...