Ian Stokes
Ian is a full-on sci-fi entertainment and tech nerd. This means he covers everything from Star Wars and the MCU through to VR headsets and Lego sets. With a degree in biology, a PhD in chemistry, and his previous role at Institute of Physics Publishing, Ian is taking a world tour through the different scientific disciplines.
Latest articles by Ian Stokes
SabersPro Obi Wan Ep3 lightsaber review
By Ian Stokes published
Take the high ground with this stunning, and very expensive, replica lightsaber.
Lego Star Wars deals 2024: Top discounts on top sets
By Ian Stokes last updated
Deals Looking for the best Lego Star Wars deals you are? Find them here you will.
HTC threw us into the Squid Games to preview their new VR headset — the Vive Focus Vision
By Ian Stokes published
Does HTC's latest VR headset get the red light, or the green light?
'Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2' brings glory to the Emperor (review)
By Ian Stokes published
Space Marine 2 reminds us how good third-person action games can be.
How to watch Star Trek: Prodigy season two since it's not on Paramount+
By Ian Stokes last updated
Paramount+ might have abandoned its excellent Star Trek kids show, but that couldn’t stop the crew of the USS Protostar from gracing our screens for a second season.
Lego NASA Artemis Space Launch System review
By Ian Stokes published
Space and Lego fans alike should be over the moon with this stunning Lego NASA Artemis set.
Alien streaming guide: Where to watch the Alien movies online
By Ian Stokes last updated
Hop into this express elevator to hell and find out where to watch all the Alien movies online with our Alien streaming guide.
Lego wants you to vote on a new color for its astronaut minifigures
By Ian Stokes published
Lego is adding another color of astronaut minifigure to its roster, and you can vote for your favorite for a limited time.
Lego Star Wars Tantive IV review
By Ian Stokes published
Escape from the Empire in style with the Lego Star Wars Tantive IV.
May the deals be with you in the Lego Star Wars Day 2024 sale
By Ian Stokes published
Credits will do fine in the Lego Star Wars Day deals.
Lego NASA Mars Rover Perseverance review
By Ian Stokes published
Curious about NASA’s other famous rover? Then check out our Lego NASA Mars Rover Perseverance review.
Lego Star Wars Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser review
By Ian Stokes published
A stunning Lego recreation of one of Star Wars' coolest (and most underrated) ships, the Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser.
This Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon's gone, don't miss these other Lego Cyber Monday deals
By Mina Frost published
Deals The Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon deal has jumped to light-speed. But if you hurry, there are some fantastic Lego Star Wars deals still up for grabs.
Mandalorian Darksaber Force FX Elite Lightsaber review
By Ian Stokes published
Review A replica worthy of the Armorer herself.
Warhammer 40K Boltgun preview: Rip & tear in the name of the Emperor
By Ian Stokes published
Warhammer 40K Boltgun puts a 40K skin over classic DOOM gameplay with great results.
Denuo Novo The Mandalorian Helmet review
By Ian Stokes published
Star Wars It’s the closest most of us will get to looking like Pedro Pascal.
Deliver Us Mars preview: lasers, rock climbing, and uncovering Martian mysteries
By Ian Stokes published
Check out our thoughts on this preview build of Deliver Us Mars, the upcoming space game from indie developers Keoken Interactive.
Encalife Lightsabers review: push the button and let it glow
By Ian Stokes published
Review Ah, these Encalife lightsabers will make a fine addition to our collection.
Capture the night sky with the Nikon Z fc camera, now $40 cheaper than it's Prime Day offer
By Ian Stokes last updated
Deals Grab the Nikon Z fc mirrorless camera for $40 cheaper than it was on Amazon Prime Day, when you get it from Walmart.
Wicked Brick review: display solutions for Lego and other collectibles
By Ian Stokes published
Wicked Brick offers stunning bespoke display cases and stands for Lego kits, but they’re not cheap.
Lego Lunar Research Base review
By Ian Stokes published
Take a giant leap for mankind with the Lego Lunar Research Base.
Prime Day 3D printer deal: Save 27% on Elegoo Saturn & Saturn S resin printers
By Ian Stokes published
deals Get one of these planetary printers at their lowest ever prices in the Amazon Prime Day sale.
Colonize the Red Planet with the Terraforming Mars board game, now 45% off
By Ian Stokes published
Get the Terraforming Mars board game at a huge discount in the Amazon Prime Day sales.
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