Ben Rayner
With over a decade's experience in the media space, Ben started out as a freelance writer for publications such as Trusted Reviews, the Daily Star and Gamesradar among others, before eventually turning his skills towards the world of video.
Ben worked at Digital Spy between 2019 and 2024 as Video Editor, and later the site's Video Lead.
Prior to his time with DS, Ben worked with the likes of ITN Productions, Yahoo! UK, AOL, Red Bull and The V&A Dundee on a range of productions from smaller social edits to global live streams and longer form documentaries for London Fashion Week.
A survival-horror aficionado who has shared a stage with Chas & Dave, helped Charles Dance navigate the DVDs in HMV and visited Murray Walker's home (for a shoot, he didn't just turn up), Ben is not easily starstruck, and always happy to film with names big or small.
Cronos: The New Dawn is a dark and tense ride that survival horror fans need to try
From the studio behind the Silent Hill 2 remake.
There's nothing quite like Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Our review for Hideo Kojima's sequel.
South of Midnight review: Xbox's latest is a memorable adventure
You win some, you loom some...
Atomfall is more than just a British Fallout – it's a truly rewarding game in its own right
The long and Wyndham road.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is the best the series has ever been
A bold entry in the franchise.
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 1 is a must-play for Life Is Strange fans
Be kind, rewind and play again.
The 30 best games of 2024
Digital Spy's Game of the Year is revealed.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: A thrilling adventure that does Indy justice
You should definitely visit the Doctor.
Silent Hill 2 review: A fantastic remake of a horror classic
Welcome back to Silent Hill.
The Plucky Squire review: A page-turner filled with imagination
Who said print was dead?
Star Wars Outlaws is like Watch Dogs 2, and that's a good thing
Goodbye, Darth.
Dungeons of Hinterberg is a dreamy dungeon-crawler trip worth taking
Monster-slaying in the Alps.
Crow Country is a nostalgic love letter to the PS1 era of horror
One of the best experiences of the year so far.
Digital Spy Rewind: The biggest interviews from our archive
We're digging through the tapes for the best moments so far.
Stellar Blade is a dull experience held up by sharp combat
Stellar by name, not by nature.
Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a rich story with heart and fire
A heartfelt Metroidvania.
Princess Peach: Showtime finally gives Peach her standing ovation
Queen of the stage!
Alone in the Dark review: Is Jodie Comer and David Harbour's game worth playing?
This Carnby the end.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth isn't just a classic reimagined, it's one of the franchise's best
A fleshed-out fantasy epic.
Another Code: Recollection is a cosy tale of conundrums
DAS good.
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is a bland game that doesn't respect your time
Fun's Kryptonite.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is a confident and rich sequel that’ll have you hooked
Aloha from the other side!
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown breathes new life into the iconic series
You dropped your crown, king.
The 30 best games of 2023
What a year.
Lies of P is a whimsical, dark combination of fairy tale and Soulsborne
A refreshing take on the genre.
Alan Wake 2 is a mind-blowing game that was worth the 13-year wait
In 'AWE' of their creativity.
Starfield is a stunning space adventure but has one major problem
What could have been.
Blasphemous 2 is a beautifully disturbing Metroidvania
No Regrets here.
Immortals of Aveum didn't quite put a spell on us, but there's some magic to be found
It won't live forever in your mind.
Remnant 2 review: A masterclass in upping the ante
Burns bright.
Oxenfree 2: Lost Signals is a standout sequel worthy of your attention
We were tuned in the whole time.
Diablo 4 is a confident and wonderfully dark RPG
Diabloody addictive as hell.
Remnant 2 is shaping up to be better than the original in every way
Life's good, after the ashes.
Strayed Lights review: A cosy Souls-lite game that's worth playing
A warm blast of light.
Dead Island 2 review: Is the zombie-slaying sequel worth playing?
Quite the slaycation.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon review – a charming and unique spin-off
Witch recommended.
Resident Evil 4 remake review: A must-play for any Resident Evil fan
Unsafe sects in the village.
Love Island's Olivia wishes viewers had seen her friendship with Shaq
"He was my best boy mate in there."
Love Island's Olivia admits she doesn't think Casey and Rosie will last on the outside
"After seeing one of the episodes the other night, I'm not too sure."
Scars Above review: A competent Souls-lite that struggles to stand out
No scars to remind us.
Love Island's Zara says Olivia and Kai are most likely to split during Casa Amor
Will it be splitsville for Olivia and Kai?
Love Island's Zara reveals unseen moment where Tom almost made her cry
"He basically almost made me cry."
Love Island's Zara responds to rumour she's returning to the villa this series
"They sent in someone that I'm really interested in."
Dead Space review: A stunning remake
We knew there was life out there...
Love Island's dumped Islander thinks Shaq and Tanya could split in Casa Amor
"There’s only so many tests you can have."
The best games of 2022
Don't miss out on these.
Avatar 2 producer teases "more emotional" sequel
"But still with all of the wonder that the first Avatar had."
The Callisto Protocol review: How is Dead Space's spiritual successor?
Dead average.
God of War Ragnarök review for PlayStation 5
Odin believe it, it'll leave your thumbs Thor!
Black Adam star compares working on DC movie to Aladdin remake
"It's a whole new world."
Black Adam cast reveal DC crossovers they want to see
"I want them all."
Saints Row review: An underwhelming reboot
No hope for these Saints.
Emmerdale star Mark Charnock discusses long-term future of Marlon story
"They want to take their time."
Kirby and the Forgotten Land review for Nintendo Switch
A taste of adventure.
Coronation Street star Sally Carman hints at Abi Webster plot ending
"I'm guessing that she's going to be happy for a bit."
Coronation Street to explore Stu Carpenter's backstory in new plotline
"A massive thing from his past comes into play."
Lightyear 2 possibility addressed by director Angus MacLane
Will we see more of infinity, and beyond?
Emmerdale star Liam Fox teases "spectacular" 50th anniversary plans
"I've heard a few rumours."
Emmerdale stars rule out live episode for show's 50th anniversary
"Thank God!"
EastEnders star Ross Boatman predicts Dana return after upcoming exit
"She's not necessarily going forever."
EastEnders star Barbara Smith responds to Dana Monroe exit news
"Dana is definitely getting the send-off that she deserves."
Taika Waititi addresses potential Lightyear spin-off
To infinity and beyond...
EastEnders star Aidan O'Callaghan calls for Lewis Butler to get his comeuppance
"Lewis deserves his punishment."
Chris Evans says Buzz Lightyear role was as daunting as Captain America
"I thought jumping that hurdle would be tall enough."