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Ben Sledge

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As seen in: TheGamer, MSN, MSN Canada, The Startup, MSN Malaysia, MSN Money Canada, The Guardian, Daily Star (UK), Gizmodo en Español, IGN, Ars Technica and
Covers:  Gaming, technology, sport, travel, news, and culture.
Award-losing journalist, Features Editor at @TheGamerWebsite, formerly The Loadout. Words: Eurogamer, The Guardian, IGN, NME, Kotaku, VICE, more ✍ he/him

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Over five years covering the gaming industry in freelance and full-time roles demonstrates my skills of researching, reporting, and reviewing, as well as showcasing in-depth interviews which help my stories to resonate with readers. With a nose for a lead and a commitment to thorough research, I create exciting and engaging stories that focus on amplifying the voices of those who may not otherwise be heard.

In the past, I've reported on issues of crunch and cultural appropriation in the games …

Ben Sledge’s Journalist Portfolio

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How a visually impaired streamer hunts shiny Pokémon

How a visually impaired streamer hunts shiny Pokémon

Shiny hunting is a task only the most dedicated Pokémon players dare undertake. Shiny Pokémon are an incredib…

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The pursuit of low ping: one player's 6,000-mile journey to the ALGS Championship

The pursuit of low ping: one player's 6,000-mile journey to the ALGS Championship

"It means a lot for the African orgs and the players to compete at this high level, and for this much money,"…

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"Actions Speak Louder Than Words": Why Pokémon GO Streamer Reversal Is Quitting the Game

"Actions Speak Louder Than Words": Why Pokémon GO Streamer Reversal Is Quitting the Game

Despite Pokémon GO earning over £15 million during the hugely successful Pokémon GO Fest weekend last month, …

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Fans Are Resurrecting a Canceled LEGO Bionicle Game, Along With its Murky Past - IGN

Fans Are Resurrecting a Canceled LEGO Bionicle Game, Along With its Murky Past - IGN

When Bionicle: Tales of the Tohunga was released for the GameBoy Advance back in 2001, it was poorly received…

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Home comforts: how The Sims let millennials live out a distant dream

Home comforts: how The Sims let millennials live out a distant dream

ne of the first decisions you make in The Sims is which house to buy. The 200m-selling life simulation series…

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Women of Warhammer Show Us Their Finest Work

Women of Warhammer Show Us Their Finest Work

Whether you were a nerdy collector, a friend dared you or it was an honest mistake while you were looking for…

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Dave the Diver In the Jungle DLC Review: A Host of Gameplay Changes Can’t Make Up For A Flawed Narrative

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By Ben Sledge
| report.wand.com
starsReview / Reviews / Jun 18, 2026 Dave the Diver’s new In the Jungle DLC changes up the gameplay completely, but the narrative leaves something to be desired. Reviewed Jun 18, 2026 Developer MINTROCKET Release Jun 18, 2026 Played on PC I still maintain that Dave the Diver is one of the best Steam Deck games I’ve ever played, but all of its DLC thus far—yes, even the Godzilla one—has fallen a little flat.
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I’ve Already Played More Warhammer 40k 11th Edition Than I Did 10th. And Here’s Why.

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By Ben Sledge
| TheGamer Verified
There are a lot of changes in Warhammer 40k 11th edition, but no huge overhaul to the overall experience. There are obvious pros and cons to this approach. Pro: We don’t have to completely relearn the rules. Con: Some major balance gripes may not be addressed. Pro: There’s less chance of any major missteps with rule changes. Con: It doesn’t feel great to shell out $295 for a book with minor tweaks to the one already sitting on your bookshelf.
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Here's Why I've Already Played More Of Warhammer 40k's 11th Edition Than Any Previous Release

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By Ben Sledge
| Flipboard
64 Urban Hell Photos That Have People Wondering How These Places Came To Be If you had a choice and money was no constraint, would you choose to live in a city, a small town, or the countryside? All have pros and cons, but, …
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What does it mean to be a journalist?

Asking difficult questions, exploring important topics, and giving voices to those who aren't usually heard.

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

Exploring conditions of crunch and accusations of cultural appropriation in a resurrected LEGO Bionicle game for IGN.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Remove the word "aspiring" from your bio. If you're writing, you're a writer.
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