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 GamesRadar+. 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
Cyber Monday Pokemon card deals 2024: What to expect
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Cyber Monday Cyber Monday Pokemon card deals aren't far away, so it's time to prep
Best Black Friday Magic: The Gathering deals 2024 so far ahead of the sale
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Black Friday Here's how to make the most of this year's Black Friday Magic: The Gathering deals
The best Minecraft shaders to make your world look better
By Heather Wald last updated
Guide Change Minecraft's lighting and atmosphere with these shaders
Black Friday CPU deals 2024: The early discounts worth buying already
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Black Friday 2024 Based on the prices we're seeing, Black Friday CPU deals are already here. We've found some amazing deals there's no point in waiting to buy.
Black Friday Pokemon card deals 2024: The best early deals
By Benjamin Abbott last updated
Black Friday Black Friday Pokemon card deals are on the way, so here's how to take advantage of them
PS5 Pro enhanced games list: all the confirmed PS5 Pro enhanced titles to play today
By Jasmine Gould-Wilson last updated
Feature The PS5 Pro is finally here, so here's the full PS5 Pro enhanced games list for you to dive into
Factions in Dragon Age: The Veilguard remind me of Dragon Age: Origins in the best way possible, and I love them for that
By Heather Wald published
Opinion Opinion | I love how the factions in Dragon Age The Veilguard help shape your character
The 15 best Mario games of all time
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Best List The best Mario games will keep you busy after playing the new title Mario and Luigi: Brothership
Black Friday Xbox deals 2024: The best early offers available already
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Black Friday Black Friday Xbox deals are already starting to pop up at various retailers. We've done the hard bit for you so you know what's worth spending money on now.
PS5 exclusives: Every game released and confirmed so far
By Sam Loveridge last updated
Feature These are the games you can only play on PS5
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.
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