Ben Tyrer
Ben Tyrer is a freelance games journalist with over ten years experience of writing about games. After graduating from Bournemouth University with a degree in multimedia journalism he's worked for Official PlayStation Magazine as a staff writer and games editor, as well as GamesRadar+ (hey, that's this website!) as a news editor. He's also contributed to Official Xbox Magazine, Edge, PC Gamer, GamesMaster, PC Games N, and more. His game of the year - no matter the year - is Rocket League.
Latest articles by Ben Tyrer

PlayStation State of Play set for Thursday with focus on Deathloop
By Ben Tyrer published
News GT Sport could also seemingly play a part in the show

Have you tried… staring into the abyss of Doki Doki Literature Club Plus?
By Ben Tyrer published
feature The visual novel dating sim has more on its mind than mooning over waifus

Konami and The Medium developer Bloober Team announce "strategic partnership"
By Ben Tyrer published
News Expect the Silent Hill rumors to go into overdrive

PlayStation acquires Returnal developer Housemarque
By Ben Tyrer published
News The Finnish studio becomes the 13th developer to officially join PlayStation Studios

Mario Golf: Super Rush review: "Swings in multiple different directions without a convincing impact"
By Ben Tyrer published
Review

A gangster RPG is on the way from Image Games and Anshar Studios
By Ben Tyrer published
News The indie premium developers are joining forces to create the gangster game

OlliOlli World is the fluorescent action platformer we all need right now
By Ben Tyrer published
Feature With some subtle tweaks, OlliOlli World has found a perfect spot between challenge and accessibility

How to watch Nintendo Direct E3 2021: What time does it start and what to expect
By Ben Tyrer published
News Nintendo's E3 2021 showcase is ready to watch right here

Immortality is Telling Lies director Sam Barlow's next game
By Ben Tyrer published
News The trailer officially closed out the Future Games Show Presented by WD BLACK

OlliOlli World get new gameplay footage that debuts new moves
By Ben Tyrer published
News The trailer came during the Future Games Show Powered by WD_BLACK

Harold Halibut trailer showcases a handmade adventure in a spaceship the size of a city
By Ben Tyrer published
News This art style is a labor of love, so it needs more time in the oven

Play Enlisted for free thanks to the Future Games Show Powered by WD_BLACK
By Ben Tyrer published
Get a PC code for the WW2 tactical shooter for free now

Eldest Souls story trailer sets up the action game's oppressive world
By Ben Tyrer published
The hand-drawn trailer premiered during the Future Games Show Powered by WD BLACK

Here's how to play the games featured on the Virtual Showfloor of the Future Games Show
By Ben Tyrer published
News The Future Games Show Steam page gives you access to all these games now

Dying Light 2 story explained in new PC Gaming Show
By Ben Bayliss, Ben Tyrer published
News New concept art and lore revealed in PC Gaming Show

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy release date confirmed - you’ll be playing as Star-Lord in October
By Ben Tyrer published
News Star-Lord and co will be hitting consoles and PC before Christmas

Summer Games Fest: Every game announced during the E3 2021 show
By Sam Loveridge, Ali Jones, Ben Bayliss, Ben Tyrer, Heather Wald, Patrick Dane, Hirun Cryer published
News From Elden Ring to Death Stranding, here is every trailer from the Summer Games Fest E3 show

Have you tried… returning to your teenage years in Emily Is Away <3
By Ben Tyrer published
Feature This trip back to 2008 is a well-observed slice of romantic storytelling

Laura Bailey and Troy Baker set to host the Future Game Show Powered by WD_BLACK
By Ben Tyrer published
News The showcase, which is part of this year's E3, will air on Sunday June 13

How to set up Star Wars: Squadrons crossplay and make sure all wings report in
By Ben Tyrer published
Guide Here's how you can use Star Wars: Squadrons crossplay with your mates on different consoles, or turn off the feature

Which starfighter is Star Wars: Squadrons best ship?
By Ben Tyrer published
Guide Which is the Star Wars: Squadrons best ship that you should take into battle? We'll never tell you the odds (No, we will, come back)

8 Star Wars: Squadrons tips to turn you into an aerial ace
By Ben Tyrer published
Tips Get ready to succeed in space dogfights with our handy Star Wars: Squadrons tips

The Last of Us 2 PS5 patch brings next-gen graphics to Naughty Dog's masterpiece
By Ben Tyrer published
News 60fps support, faster loading times, and more come today as part of The Last of Us 2 PS5 patch
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