Our expert round-up of the 10 best darts players in the world in 2026.
The popularity of darts continues to soar, and the stakes have never been higher for the sport's top stars with the Professional Darts Corporation boasting a boosted prize fund of £25 million for 2026, including a seven-figure jackpot for the winner of the World Championship. This truly is a golden darting era with the circuit expanding to new territories and receiving more mainstream media coverage than ever before, all while tournaments are played in sold-out arenas with millions of fans at home tuning in to watch the tungsten drama. The jam-packed professional calendar takes these oche heroes to events across the globe. With Pro Tour, Euro Tour, World Series and major TV events all part of the hectic PDC roadshow, it can be tricky to figure out who the best, or most in-form players are - that's why we're here to decipher all the stats and facts, and compile our top 10 list of dartists in 2026. RadioTimes.com brings you our expert round-up of the best darts players in the world right now. 10. James Wade One of the most prolific winners of major titles in PDC history, James Wade is approaching two decades at the top of the sport. The former World Matchplay, Premier League and World Grand Prix champion is arguably the greatest player never to have won a World Darts Championship. Wade continues to feature at the business end of tournaments, enjoying a rejuvenating 2025 campaign that saw him reach televised finals in Minehead and Blackpool. Famous for his proficient finishing, ‘The Machine’ has evolved his game to keep up with the power-scorers in this modern era. 9. Josh Rock All clues point towards young Northern Irishman Rock having a very bright darting future ahead of him. ‘Rocky’ enjoyed a breakthrough 2025, winning the World Cup title for his nation alongside compatriot Daryl Gurney. He broke new personal ground in making the semi-finals of three major singles events – the UK Open, World Matchplay and the World Series Finals. The former World Youth Champion also won a Players Championship event and reached two European Tour finals. Rock will likely feature higher up this list very soon, but he needs to take the next step to do so. 8. Johnny Clayton Despite having several major titles to his name - all of which arrived earlier this decade - Wales' Johnny Clayton often goes under the radar at tournaments. A maiden World Cup triumph for his nation in 2020 alongside playing partner Gerwyn Price sparked a trophy-laden spell for 'The Ferret' who won four singles events, including the Premier League and the World Grand Prix. After securing a second World Cup winners' medal and reaching the World Matchplay final in 2023, Clayton had a brief dip in results but has since returned to form and is threatening to win the sport's biggest accolades once again. 7. Stephen Bunting Former Lakeside World Champion Bunting has worked very hard in recent years to get himself back into the sport's elite band of players and was rewarded with a coveted spot in the Premier League, returning to the big time after a decade away from it. A fan favourite thanks to his social media frivolities and accompanying strapline ‘Let’s go Bunting mental’, the Liverpool FC fan won his maiden PDC major title at the start of 2024 at the Masters. In 2025 he won World Series events in Bahrain and Copenhagen - finishing that circuit as the number one ranked player – and claimed multiple titles on both the European Tour and Players Championship series. 6. Nathan Aspinall Nathan Aspinall is a success story of the PDC ecosystem having come through the development circuits before establishing himself in the professional ranks and going on to become one of the sport's biggest names. 'The Asp' won his maiden major at the 2019 UK Open and a World Series title in America soon followed, but his greatest achievement to date was lifting the World Matchplay trophy in 2023. Aspinall has overcome injury and dartitis in recent times, returning to somewhere near his best form in 2025 by winning his first three European Tour titles and ending the season as the number one player on that continental series. 5. Gian van Veen Dutch youngster van Veen is one of the hottest properties in the world of darts right now following a breakthrough 2025, and he could have a very big say in the sport for many years to come. Van Veen burst on to the scene in 2023 as a surprise semi-finalist at the European Championship; two years later at the same event he went all the way to claim his maiden major accolade on the top flight. Earlier in the year he scooped his first ranking title on the Players Championship circuit, and towards the end of it he successfully defended the World Youth Championship. 4. Michael van Gerwen The second-most decorated player in PDC history - only behind Phil Taylor - van Gerwen does not enjoy the dominance or consistency he once had, but he still stars at the end of major events on a regular basis and is capable of those signature moments of magic. The three-time world champion managed to string it all together as he returned to the top step of the podium in 2025 with an emotional title victory at the World Series of Darts Finals on home soil in the Netherlands. Earlier in the year he produced a nine-dart finish on his way to winning a European Tour event in Germany. MVG - who for seven consecutive years was the world number one - still has time on his side to add to his bulging trophy collection, but with a new wave of young talent coming through it may boil down to how badly he wants it. 3. Gerwyn Price Former World Champion and world number one Gerwyn Price appears to have his mojo back on the big stage after recovering from a run of poor form, and the Welshman is once again one of the hot favourites for all the sport's major titles. ‘The Iceman’ finished top of the 2025 Pro Tour order of merit having won four Players Championship events on the floor, and a stop on the European Tour in Germany. The three-time Grand Slam champion also claimed a World Series event in Poland and was only a leg away from completing a hat-trick of World Cup glories for his nation. 2. Luke Humphries Luke Humphries’ career accelerated at a rapid pace after landing his first major trophy at the 2023 World Grand Prix as he quickly racked up several more TV title wins in a short space of time. During this remarkable golden spell, Humphries reached the top of the world rankings and held darts' two biggest titles concurrently - the World Championship and the World Matchplay. 'Cool Hand' relinquished his world title at the end of 2024 but bounced back immediately by winning the subsequent 2025 World Masters. A few months later, Humphries completed darts' 'Triple Crown' when he secured his maiden Premier League title. 1. Luke Littler Since bursting into the limelight as a 16-year-old when he reached the 2023/24 World Championship final on his debut, Luke Littler has won a conveyor belt of trophies on tour - wowing crowds with his generational talent and helping take darts to new levels of stardom. Within just two years of turning professional, the wonderkid from Warrington has won almost every major title available to him and scaled the mountain to become the world number one. A BBC Sports Personality of the Year runner-up, Littler is already a member of the career Triple Crown club, ticking the final box at the World Matchplay over the summer just months after becoming the sport’s youngest-ever world champion at the start of 2025. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our expert round-up of the 10 best darts players of all time.
From popular pub pastime to major global sport, the top darts stars of today travel the world competing for prestigious titles, serious prize money, and in front of millions of fans who have tuned in to soak up the tungsten drama. Over 40 years ago, the British Darts Organisation created a professional circuit of televised events, with the jewel in the crown being their World Championship which moved to the Lakeside Country Club in 1986. Following a tumultuous split in the sport in the early 1990s - which was resolved in court - a rival association was founded by darts’ biggest names, and a new era beckoned with the two bodies going their own separate ways. Best darts players in the world 2026 Nowadays, the top tier is run by the Professional Darts Corporation who host a jam-packed calendar of events which in 2026 carries a fund of £25 million - one million of that going to their world champion crowned at the Alexandra Palace. RadioTimes.com attempts to decipher the history and politics to rank darts’ all-time top 10 players, considering their achievements and the impact they had on the oche and beyond. 10. Peter Wright The colourful two-time World Champion Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright can back-up his big stage showmanship with an impressive collection of major titles. Having quit top-level darts for over a decade, Wright returned in his late 30s, although his maiden major triumph didn’t arrive until he was aged 46. However, Wright made up for any lost time, and in 2022 he held the PDC World Championship, World Matchplay and world number one ranking all at the same time. 9. Adrian Lewis Adrian Lewis is one of sport’s most naturally gifted exponents. From the darting hotbed of Stoke-on-Trent, Lewis was a protégé of fellow Potteries man Phil Taylor, and great things were expected of him from an early age. Having served his oche apprenticeship, Lewis won the 2011 PDC World Championship aged just 25 – the youngest-ever winner at the time. In the final, he produced a 9-dart finish; a feat that had never been achieved in any world final before. Twelve months later, ‘Jackpot’ joined an exclusive club by successfully defending a world title – and at his first attempt. 8. Dennis Priestley Equipped with a steely determination, Dennis ‘The Menace’ Priestley was the first player in history to win both the BDO and WDC/PDC World Championship titles. The Yorkshireman didn’t begin his professional career until his late 30s, but within a few years he triumphed at the Lakeside, whitewashing Eric Bristow 6-0 in the 1991 final on his debut in the event. A World Masters champion in 1992, Priestley moved to the newly formed WDC, where he won their first world title in 1994 after a crushing 6-1 victory against Phil Taylor in the final. Later in the same year, Priestley climbed to number one in the world rankings. 7. Gary Anderson Back-to-back World Champion Gary Anderson has been wowing crowds with his fluid style of play within the top echelons of the sport for over two decades. ‘The Flying Scotsman’ realised his world title ambition when he edged Phil Taylor 7-6 in a gripping final at the Alexandra Palace in 2015. A year later, Anderson retained darts’ biggest prize when he denied Adrian Lewis 7-5. Overall, he featured in five world finals between 2011 to 2021. In total, Anderson has won 12 major singles titles, including the three most lucrative on the PDC circuit – the World Championship, World Matchplay and Premier League. He has also compiled several live televised 9-dart finishes – including one in a world semi-final. 6. John Part The greatest-ever player from outside of Europe, three-time World Champion John Part holds several special darting accolades. The Canadian was the first player from outside of the UK to win a world darts title when he triumphed on debut at the Lakeside in 1994, dropping just one set in doing so. Part’s finest moment came in 2003, when he defeated the seemingly unstoppable Phil Taylor via a thrilling deciding set in the PDC world final. ‘Darth Maple’ was the first player to win three world titles at different venues. 5. John Lowe John Lowe was one of darts’ original superstars during its initial television boom in the 1980s. With a textbook technique and an unflappable focus, Lowe’s style was in contrast with other contemporary darting heroes Jocky Wilson and Eric Bristow which often made for great sporting theatre when they squared off. ‘Old Stoneface’ won his three world championships across three different decades – the '70s, '80s and '90s. He also won two World Masters crowns. In 1984, Lowe completed the first televised 9-dart finish – pocketing £102,000 for his historic feat of perfection. 4. Raymond van Barneveld The Netherlands’ five-time World Champion Raymond van Barneveld is a trailblazer for the prosperity of darts, having inspired a wave of new fans and players in his homeland and across continental Europe. In 1998, ‘Barney’ fell to his knees as he became the first non-UK European to win a world darts championship – a title he retained in 1999. Van Barneveld was involved in the sport’s greatest-ever match in 2007 when he pipped rival Phil Taylor in the PDC world final in a sudden-death leg. The former postman is still enjoying a professional career that has spanned across three decades. 3. Michael van Gerwen The sensational Michael van Gerwen already has 48 major TV singles titles to his name – including three PDC world championships – with scope to collect many more in the future. A darting prodigy, the Dutchman won the BDO World Masters as a 17-year-old, and in the following year he struck his first live televised 9-darter. In 2014, van Gerwen became the PDC’s youngest-ever world champion aged 24 – a record he still holds. ‘Mighty Mike’ - who has completed a career slam of current PDC majors – was also the world number one for a record 84 consecutive months. MVG will likely finish higher up this list in the future. 2. Eric Bristow If ‘The Crafty Cockney’ said he was going to beat someone or win something, most times he’d be proved right. A genuine British sporting superstar in the 1980’s, Bristow’s darts on the oche and his mouth away from it helped shape darts and launch it into a golden era. When he claimed his maiden world title in 1980, Bristow became the youngest-ever champion, aged 22. He would eventually win his five world championships in the space of just seven years – becoming the first player to win multiple crowns and the first to successfully defend it; both at the same time. Bristow also won a record five World Masters titles. 1. Phil Taylor There can be no argument about the Best Of All Time – it’s quite simply the record-smashing 16-time World Champion Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor. For a sport so accessible and popular as darts, his sheer dominance was truly staggering. Taylor’s world title triumphs span from 1990 to 2013 – highlighting his longevity and hunger for more glory. He won eight successive PDC World Championships and reached the final 14 years in a row; pushing boundaries and setting standards, taking the sport to new levels of professionalism. With more than 80 TV majors and 200 professional titles in total, Taylor is surely one of the greatest sportspeople of all time. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Every EastEnders Christmas episode ranked ahead of another eventful yuletide in Walford
What's been Walford's most memorable festive outing?
Nothing quite screams the festive season like a good old EastEnders Christmas special – whether you watch the show month after month, or only dip into it in the last two weeks of December, we've all got a soft spot for the iconic BBC soap. For many who will be tuning into the special episodes this festive season, they will be clued up on all the goings-on in Walford, from Nigel Bates's (Paul Bradley) dementia battle to the mystery of Zoe Slater's (Michelle Ryan) tormenter. When it comes to soapland at Christmas, anything can happen. From murders to affair reveals to arrests, it only ever has that extra oomph on the big day. EastEnders is no stranger to an iconic festive storyline, whether it be Den Watts serving Angie divorce papers or Jamie Mitchell tragically dying in hospital. So let's reminisce on some of the most iconic EastEnders Christmas episodes, which often starts a debate about who takes the top spot. After much discussion, RadioTimes.com has compiled a full ranking of every EastEnders Christmas special – and the number one spot may not be the storyline you think. So, while we're all gearing up for the big return of Pat Evans (Pam St Clement) this year, here's our team's run-down of the last 40 years of yuletide instalments. EastEnders Christmas specials ranking 40. Gray Atkins and Chelsea Fox's wedding (2021) Perhaps the most anticlimactic of Christmas specials, Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) sought to stop Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) from marrying serial killer Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith) – only to fail and no consequences to be felt for Gray for months. Meanwhile, Rocky Cotton's (Brian Conley) long-con of Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy) was exposed and weird paternity secrets were revealed - only for none of this to have any consequences in the weeks to come. Lewis Knight. 39. Alfie Moon's nightmare Christmas (2018) A dramatic Christmas special ruined Alife Moon's (Shane Richie) character as he was exposed as the secret father of Hayley Slater's (Katie Jarvis) baby, ending in his near death. Dramatic in the moment, but with unwelcome long-term consequences for golden couple Kat (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie. Lewis Knight. 38. EastEnders' first Christmas (1985) The first-ever Christmas in Walford – a quiet one, but vital nonetheless. The big stuff wouldn't come until the following year. Lewis Knight. 37. Dirty Den Watts in jail (1988) A unique Christmas episode – spent with "Dirty" Den Watts (Leslie Grantham) behind bars at Dickens Hill prison with memorable guest characters. Lewis Knight. 36. Cindy Beale gives birth (1989) More notable for its long-lasting impact, newly-married Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) finally gave birth to her son Steven, but hiding a ticking time bomb – his father wasn't her husband Ian (Adam Woodyatt) but his stepbrother Simon Wicks (Nick Berry). Lewis Knight. 35. Phil Mitchell gets his new liver (2016) View oEmbed on the source website Now while in the grand scheme of things, this isn't a wild storyline, you simply have to appreciate Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) getting irate over son Dennis Rickman Jr (Bleu Landau) chucking a Brussels sprout at Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons), or her screaming in the Square that Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) has got a transplant whilst baubles hang from her reindeer headband. Cinema. Katelyn Mensah. 34. Mark Fowler comes home (1987) A nice surprise for poor Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richards) – Mark (then David Scarboro) returned home for Christmas. Elsewhere, Den secretly paid a visit to his secret love child Vicki, who lived with her mother Michelle Holloway (Susan Tully). Elsewhere, struggling punk mum Mary Smith (Laura Davidson) spent time in the hospital but received a visit from family. A bevvy of iconic characters in the mix here. Lewis Knight. 33. Cindy Beale wants her children! (1997) Surprise, surprise, Cindy Beale caused trouble for her husband Ian as she fought for access to her children. Meanwhile, Ted Hills (Brian Croucher) discovered that his ex-wife Irene (Roberta Taylor) had found a new love with Terry Raymond (Gavin Richards), while Kathy Mitchell (Gillian Taylforth) found a new spark with vicar Alex Healy (Richard Driscoll) in the run-up to her dramatic exit the following year. Lewis Knight. 32. Mandy Salter and Aidan Brosnan on the Roof (1993) View oEmbed on the source website Mandy Salter (Nicola Stapleton) faced an even darker Christmas while living homeless with heartthrob boyfriend Aidan Brosnan (Sean Maguire). Events reached a climax as Aidan contemplated suicide from the roof of a tower block but was stopped by his beloved Mandy. Aidan survived, but sadly their toxic relationship did not. Merry Christmas! Lewis Knight. 31. Everyone round to the Fowlers' house (1992) A truly festive episode – aside from Pat Butcher (Pam St. Clement) running over a pedestrian while over the limit. Mandy faced a cold Christmas without her absent mother but found a warm yuletide scene at a thoroughly crowded Fowler house. The ideal balance of grit and heart. Lewis Knight. 30. Ian Beale tries to kill Simon Wicks (1990) A classic EastEnders story reached its climax as Ian Beale tried to kill step-brother Simon Wicks over the paternity of Cindy's son Steven. Meanwhile, Phil and Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) dealt with trouble from little sister Sam (then Danniella Westbrook) – some things never change! Lewis Knight. 29. Sharon Beale poisons Christmas (2020) The COVID Christmas episode saw the extreme – but heavily meme-worthy – story of Sharon trying to murder best friend Ian over the death of her son Denny Rickman, just as we also learned that Phil was the one who attacked Ian weeks prior in a scheme with Sharon. Lewis Knight. 28. Sheanu exposed (2019) EastEnders attempted a gritty Christmas season here as Phil Mitchell sought to take revenge on his pregnant wife Sharon and her illicit lover, Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters). Meanwhile, Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and Martin Fowler (now James Bye) each hit rock bottom and got entangled in a mystery surrounding Keanu's fate… Lewis Knight. 27. Who attacked Cindy? (2024) <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2024/12/Cindy-1-bf96c1c-e1736863331687.jpg" width="4710" height="3140" alt="A festive promo image featuring Francesca Henry as Gina Knight, Molly Rainford as Anna Knight, Micah Balfour as Junior Knight, Harriet Thorpe as Elaine Knight, Colin Salmon as George Knight, Michelle Collins in a fur coat as Cindy Beale in the centre, Adam Woodyatt as Ian Beale, Thomas Law as Peter Beale, Jacqueline Jossa as Lauren Branning, and Gillian Taylforth as Kathy Cotton for EastEnders." title="Cindy Beale EastEnders" /> Just hours after her affair with Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) was exposed by Lauren Beale (Jacqueline Jossa) – in festive scenes mirroring an episode further down in our list – Cindy was whacked over the head by a mystery assailant and collapsed in the snow. It had all the makings of a classic Christmas, but the reveal of Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) as her attacker was simply bizarre, and soured the mystery somewhat. Michael Adams 26. Mick Carter's exit (2022) Anticipation was high for the exit of Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) in the first Christmas under executive producer Chris Clenshaw and it did not disappoint. Multiple shocking revelations, a Queen Vic showdown and a clifftop stunt saw Mick lost at sea in scenes of emotional devastation for Linda Carter. Thankfully, the door remains open for Mick to return one day... Lewis Knight. 25. Irene Raymond's affair exposed (1999) The Di Marco/Mitchell Christmas dinner goes down a treat, Terry learns about wife Irene's adulterous affair, and Phil flogs the pub to Dan Sullivan (Craig Fairbrass) for £5! Lewis Knight. 24. Kat Slater and Alife Moon get married (2003) View oEmbed on the source website Kat and Alfie only deal with happy Christmases, mostly. In 2003, after some comedic hijinks, the soulmates finally tied the knot and Alfie even delighted fans with a snow machine on the big day. Meanwhile, Phil Mitchell made an explosive return to Walford for revenge on the Watts clan and his estranged wife Kate (Jill Halfpenny). Lewis Knight. 23. Grant Mitchell cheats on wife Tiffany (1996) Another tragic chapter in Grant and Tiffany Mitchell's (Martine McCutcheon) toxic marriage occurred when the former cheated with new barmaid Lorraine Wicks (Jacqueline Leonard). Meanwhile, powerful scenes of forgiveness occurred between Peggy Mitchell (Barbara Windsor) – then suffering from breast cancer – and Mark Fowler (then Todd Carty), whom she previously dealt abuse due to his HIV+ status. Lewis Knight. 22. Frank Butcher returns to Walford (1995) Frank Butcher's (Mike Reid) return to Walford is one for the history books. A year after fleeing Walford due to getting himself into debt, Frank returned home to find Pat Butcher moving on with car dealer Roy Evans (Tony Caunter) and was furious As Frank returned home, he was furious to find his wife had moved on and declared he wanted his house, business and children back, and things soon came to a head for Roy when Frank told him about his night of passion with Pat. Classic EastEnders. Katelyn Mensah. 21. Stacey Slater flees Walford (2010) After having stories dominating the soap for years, Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) bowed out for the first time in dramatic style thanks to her nemesis Janine Malloy (Charlie Brooks). After being outed as Archie Mitchell's killer and framed for stabbing Janine, Stacey contemplated suicide before escaping Walford for a life on the run in Mexico – until she made an explosive comeback in 2014. Lewis Knight. 20. Mitchell/Beale crash (2015) 2015 was a terrifying Christmas for the Beales and Mitchells alike after finding themselves involved in a car crash. After the families had a dramatic showdown over Christmas dinner, it seemed as though Bobby Beale (then Eliot Carrington) was going to strike again. When Bobby returned home with blood-stained clothes and shoes, begging for Jane's (Laurie Brett) help, Ian Beale and Phil Mitchell found a nearly unconscious Denny Rickman Jr at Walford Common. The families drove to the hospital but before they could get there, Phil crashed the car, with Denny thrown from the car as doctors tried to save his life. Quite the dramatic episode, and for Bobby, things finally came to a head when Ian revealed to him that he had in fact killed Lucy Beale (Hetti Bywater). Katelyn Mensah. 19. Sharon and Grant Mitchell's marriage ends (1994) It's the aftermath of the iconic Sharongate reveal but the Mitchell clan were still licking their wounds. Sharon and Grant's toxic marriage finally came to a close as the breathy blonde walked out on the Queen Vic after signing divorce papers. Lewis Knight. 18. Grant and Tiffany Mitchell's marriage implodes (1998) Another Mitchell marriage disaster. The toxic marriage of Grant and Tiffany Mitchell imploded in spectacular style as Tiff teamed up with Beppe di Marco (Michael Greco) to get Grant imprisoned for attempted murder, all while her best friend Bianca Butcher (Patsy Palmer) goes into labour with Grant by her side. Lewis Knight. 17. Derek Branning's heart attack (2012) View oEmbed on the source website Max Branning (Jake Wood) was looking for a happy ending with Tanya Cross (Jo Joyner). It was bound to end badly and thanks to evil brother Derek (Jamie Foreman) it does when Max's secret third wife Kirsty (Kierston Wareing) rocks up on Max's wedding day to Tanya. If that wasn't enough, Derek suffered a fatal heart attack while his family looked on. Savage. Lewis Knight. 16. Phil Mitchell and Mel Healy's lust (2000) Phil Mitchell and Mel Healy's (Tamzin Outhwaite) fiery chemistry came to a head – betraying poor Lisa Shaw (Lucy Benjamin). Meanwhile, Jamie Mitchell (Jack Ryder) finally learned who the secret father of Sonia Jackson's baby was – their fellow tearaway teen Martin Fowler (then James Alexandrou)! Lewis Knight. 15. Kat and Alfie Moon's happy ending? (2005) View oEmbed on the source website Soaps rarely do fairytale endings well, but this year saw Kat Slater and Alfie Moon ride off into the snowy sunset together, while Sharon and Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) heard they would be having a miracle baby. Happy tears all round – until each couple's moments would be ruined in due course. Lewis Knight. 14. The Masoods' B&B explosion (2011) View oEmbed on the source website The Masood family had another huge storyline here. As viewers witnessed in the lead-up, Zainab Masood's (Nadia Wadia) husband, Yusef Khan (Ace Bhatti), had been abusing her amid his plan to take her to Pakistan, which was finally revealed on Christmas Day. As his evil plan was playing out, Yusef attacked Masood Ahmed (Nitin Ganatra) and left him for dead. But things crumbled around Yusef, as when he set fire to the bed and breakfast, he had to go inside after being told his daughter was trapped – but this was false and Yusef died as the house exploded. Katelyn Mensah. 13. The death of Pauline Fowler (2006) View oEmbed on the source website How do you say goodbye to a legend like Pauline Fowler? In a bitter last stand, the Fowler matriarch finally saw the light but all too late and took a tumble in the snow. Meanwhile, the Max and Stacey affair finally began... Lewis Knight. 12. The Branning sisters' tragic fall (2017) Another jaw-dropping Max Branning special from writer Simon Ashdown as the character's latest web of lies collapsed and he lost daughters Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) and Abi (Lorna Fitzgerald) – the latter, tragically, forever, in another Queen Vic death drop. Lewis Knight. 11. Janine Butcher exposed as Michael Moon's killer (2013) Janine Butcher getting arrested for killing Michael Moon (Steve John Shepherd) ranks 10th largely due to the sheer chaos that took place before the police managed to arrest her. From having a stand-off with Joey Branning (David Witts) in the middle of the Square to getting in her car and driving away with baby Scarlett wailing in the background – if that wasn't enough for the supervillain, she starts having a car chase with the police before crashing into a stall and STILL trying to run away. I respect the devotion to trying to get away, but at least this meant Alice Branning (Jasmyn Banks) could eventually go free. Justice! Katelyn Mensah. 10. Mark Fowler tells Pauline and Arthur about his HIV (1991) View oEmbed on the source website This was a year that offered us the classic EastEnders juxtaposition of joy and sadness. The now iconic pairing of Sharon Watts and Grant Mitchell had their quickly organised wedding – complete with Ross Kemp delivering his romantic rendition of You'll Never Walk Alone. Of course, this would turn out to be one toxic soap marriage – never forget Sharongate – but this was the original EastEnders Christmastime wedding and feels like a snapshot of the soap's golden era. Meanwhile, EastEnders delivered heartbreaking scenes in its groundbreaking HIV storyline with Mark Fowler as he finally told his loving parents Arthur (Bill Treacher) and Pauline Fowler that he was HIV positive. The sequence was both moving and highly educational, and one of the best examples of the power of soap. Lewis Knight. 9. Shannis affair exposed (2004) The Watts revival era in EastEnders is an underrated classic era and few romances have delivered the heat that 'Shannis' did. Sharon Watts had met her true love in the form of her long-lost adoptive brother Dennis Rickman, however, their budding romance faced opposition in the form of their dad, "Dirty" Den Watts, back from the dead. While Dennis had tried to move on in a relationship with Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan), his heart still lay with Sharon. During the perfectly prepared Christmas dinner from Den's second wife Chrissie (Tracy-Ann Oberman), Sharon and Dennis announced their plans to leave for America and affirmed their love for each other. In response, Zoe was manipulated by Den into lying that she was pregnant. This lie caused Dennis to decide to stand by his unborn child with Zoe and the result saw Sharon decide to leave for America alone. On top of this, Den's younger daughter Vicki Fowler (then Scarlett Alice Johnson) overheard Den admit to Sharon that he loved Vicki less than her, resulting in her leaving with Sharon to America. A true EastEnders Christmas: a family torn apart by secrets and lies. If that wasn't enough, a screaming Chrissie truly caps it off. Lewis Knight. 8. Trevor's reign of terror (2001) This early Noughties festive episode saw Mark Fowler propose to Lisa Shaw, but she was hiding a big secret – her ex-lover Phil Mitchell is the real father of her baby, Louise. It was a messy Christmas for Phil – though when is it not? – with Sharon Watts leaving him to spend time with her mother in America. But all that drama aside, there's another reason this particularly grim Christmas special lingers in the memory – towering turns from Kacey Ainsworth as Little Mo Slater and Alex Ferns as her cruel husband Trevor. One of EastEnders' most hateful villains, Trevor physically assaulted Mo when she, to his mind, spent too much time with her family on Christmas Day – in harrowing scenes, he shoved her face into her roast turkey dinner, then forced her to eat the remains off the floor. Hardly festive fun, but a hugely impactful storyline anchored by powerful performances which built to a climactic New Year's Eve episode which saw tortured Mo finally snap and lash out at Trevor... with an iron. Morgan Jeffery. 7. Sean Slater learns the truth about baby Amy's paternity (2008) Nothing says Christmas Day in Walford quite like a paternity test reveal. Well, nothing says a normal day in Walford quite like it either. As the Mitchell family are all gathered around the dinner table in the Queen Vic, Sean Slater (Rob Kazinsky) opens a letter revealing that he is not the biological father of Amy Slater. Of course, we are all well aware that Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) is the father, but we have to wait a little longer before that bombshell is revealed. The funniest moment in this scene isn't Roxy Mitchell ignoring everything and wanting to start eating, it is hands down Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) telling Sean that you can print off false paternity tests on the internet because Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick) tricks him all the time with them. Always a comedian, our Billy. One major thing to note is the sheer gumption of Roxy to cry in betrayed sister Ronnie Mitchell's (Samantha Womack) arms, knowing that the father of Amy is sitting right next to her – and is Ronnie's boyfriend! The audacity is shocking, but a classic Christmas episode nonetheless. Katelyn Mensah. 6. Jamie Mitchell tragically dies in hospital (2002) It was a bleak Christmas indeed in Walford in 2002. Jamie Mitchell suffered a car accident when Martin Fowler ran him over outside the tube station, and sadly on Christmas Day, Sonia and Phil discovered he wouldn't survive the accident. In heartbreaking scenes, the pair decided not to tell Jamie he was dying and wanted him to enjoy his final moments without worrying about death. What followed were the likes of Jim, Billy and Robbie saying cryptic goodbyes to Jamie as the penny slowly dawned on him that he was dying. There were some truly beautiful scenes, with Steve McFadden especially excelling in the heartbreaking storyline when he said goodbye to the boy he considered a son of his own. And then it came to the fateful time, where Jamie died with his beloved Sonia by his side. Two scenes were interspersed with each other as Jamie lamented the wedding he would never have with his love, while Billy married Little Mo in a gorgeous ceremony. It's impossible not to cry as Billy and Little Mo leave the church to start their new lives together while Jamie loses his battle and dies. This is definitely one of the saddest episodes EastEnders has put out on Christmas Day, but one of the best in terms of storyline and performance. Helen Daly. 5. Dean Wicks is exposed for raping Linda Carter (2014) Some of the best fights on EastEnders are the ones when a character really deserves it and for Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo), I think we can all rally behind Mick's response on Christmas Day. After seeing Linda battling with the anxieties of seeing Dean on the Square each day, knowing what he did to her, it was a long time coming for him to finally get some comeuppance. The revelation that Mick and Dean were brothers is a twist that not many people saw coming, whether it was because it just didn't seem feasible or the fact that they were so different or that EastEnders managed to keep it a secret from the public. As much as I wish this twist didn't happen, it kept Dean alive to hopefully allow for him to pay for his crimes in prison one day. Katelyn Mensah. 4. Archie Mitchell is murdered – whodunnit? (2009) There's simply nothing finer than a Christmas whodunnit (as 2023's EastEnders is happily proving) and one of the greatest came in 2009 when super villain Archie Mitchell (Larry Lamb) was killed in the Queen Vic. It had been coming for the wrong 'un, following the attempted murder of Danielle (Lauren Crace) and rapes of Ronnie Mitchell and Stacey Slater – it was the latter which would come back to haunt him... Above and beyond though, the man was a rotter. He was truly disgusting to his daughter, Ronnie, abusing her when she was a teenager and causing her to lose a baby. If anyone deserved a nasty death, you know it was Archie. And so on Christmas Day, EastEnders showcased a plethora of potential suspects who hated every single bone of his. Janine, his partner (believe it or not), was kicked out unceremoniously when he discovered she was going to fleece him (what a pairing, honestly). And we know she has history, so she was looking good for the killing. Noble Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) warned him from hurting Ronnie further – or else – and even Peggy (Barbara Windsor) had a pop at him. Bradley punched him for raping Stacey and Ian had his two pennies also. Genuinely, it could've been anyone who saw off Archie, but none could've anticipated the way he would go – smashed over the head with the Queen Vic bust. Truly an iconic death for a monstrous villain. The reveal didn't happen for a few months, when it was eventually revealed Stacey was behind the bust and ended him for the terrible sexual assault she suffered at his hands. The more you think about Archie, the more satisfying his death was, and Christmas 2009 sticks out as a classically tense soap episode with a peppering of catharsis throughout and an excellent performance from Lamb. Storylines like this have paved the way for complex murder mysteries like The Six and Who Killed Lucy? so will forever go down as one of the great episodes of soap, not just a Christmas special. Helen Daly. 3. The Six kill Keanu (2023) If you pardon the pun, this storyline was as camp as Christmas. Preceded by an intriguing flashback scene that saw Stacey, Suki, Linda, Sharon, Denise and Kathy stood around a seemingly dead body, we viewers were left on the edge of our seats for months trying to work out who the mystery man on the floor was. There were a number of clues – namely a pair of cufflinks worn by the body – which were passed around almost every local in Albert Square before eventually landing on Nish Panesar's (Navin Chowdhry) suit. However, in the episode itself, this turned out be a red herring. Yes, he was knocked unconscious on the floor, but ultimately wasn't dead. Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters) barged in and began to throttle Sharon, with Linda piercing a meat thermometer into his back to stop him. The plot provided us with another drama to continue well into this year, as Keanu's grieving sister Bernie (Clair Norris) finally left the Square and put a lid on the secret ever being exposed. Or so we thought... Michael Adams 2. Den Watts serving Angie the divorce papers (1986) View oEmbed on the source website It might not have quite topped our list, but there's a reason so many consider this 1986 episode, only EastEnders' second-ever Christmas special, to be one of its very finest. The marriage of Queen Vic publicans Den and Angie Watts (Anita Dobson) had long been on the rocks, with multiple infidelities on both sides, but Den was left speechless in October of 1986 when his efforts to end the marriage for good were derailed by Angie's revelation that she was terminally ill, with just six months to live. It was a lie, of course, a desperate attempt to hold on to her husband – a fact Den discovered sometime later when he overheard a drunken Angie confess her terrible secret to a barman. More than 30 million viewers tuned in on Christmas Day to see the fallout – still one of the most-watched broadcasts in UK TV history – with Den finally confronting his wife with his knowledge of her twisted plot and serving her with divorce papers to boot. It's a magical TV moment, Den practically quivering with gleeful malice. "Happy Christmas, Ange!" Morgan Jeffery. 1. Max and Stacey Branning's affair reveal (2007) Quite possibly the best affair reveal in EastEnders history has to be Max and Stacey Branning. Whether it be because it was on Christmas Day, Max attempting (and failing) to gaslight his entire family or the absolute power move from Lauren (then Madeline Duggan) sneakily recording the entire thing, there is a lot of ground to cover. I think the best part about the reveal was Max telling everyone it wasn't real and looking intensely at Stacey to back him up, but soon enough the jig was up and Max was chucked out on Christmas Day. Deserved? Of course. Is he still my favourite character? Absolutely. The sheer personality of Max is something to be reckoned with – all those years later he managed to have a father-son relationship with Bradley, find another wife and patch up relations with his daughters. Now that's someone who ought not to be messed with. Katelyn Mensah. 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Sims 4 cheats: Full list of cheat codes for Xbox, PS4, PS5, PC and Mac
Live your best life by breaking the rules with these cheats for The Sims 4.
Life can be hard enough, and that includes virtual life, but to remedy this, we've got the full list of Sims 4 cheat codes for Xbox, PS4, PS5, PC and Mac. Be it that you want some extra Simoleons, eradicate any Sim you don't like or take away the pool ladders, there is a cheat for just about everything in the Sims 4. More and more codes are added with each Sims 4 expansion pack, and we've got codes for all of them down below, as well as how to use them on each platform. If cheats just don't quite go far enough, however, there is also Sims 4 custom content and Sims 4 mods that can range from vanilla-like content, all the way up to completely game-changing custom mods. Whatever tickles your pickle, we'll take anything to help pass the time until The Sims 5 rolls around, one day. Maybe. But as for now, read on for all the Sims 4 cheats and how to use them! Best Sims 4 cheat codes Our favourite Sims 4 cheat code is motherlode, which immediately grants you 50,000 Simoleons to spend on whatever you desire. Alongside this classic Sims cheat, here's some more of the best cheats out there: Cheat Need > Make Happy - will improve your Sim's mood and motives. bb.showhiddenobjects - makes all locked or hidden items in the catalogue available. modebb.moveobjects - place items wherever you want (including overlapping). Modify in CAS (cas.fulleditmode) - alter any Sim of your choosing in the Create-a-Sim menu. sims.fill_all_commodities - fills all the needs of your Sims. Of course, there are plenty of other cheat codes available. To help you get to where you need to go quickly, we've provided a table of contents with jump links. Jump to: How to enable The Sims 4 cheats How to use The Sims 4 cheat codes Full list of The Sims 4 cheat codes The Sims 4 Interaction cheats The Sims 4 Money cheats The Sims 4 Build Mode cheats The Sims 4 Live Mode cheats The Sims 4 Skill cheats The Sims 4 Career cheats The Sims 4 Romance and Friendship cheats The Sims 4 Killing and Unkilling cheats The Sims 4 UI cheats The Sims 4 Get to Work cheats The Sims 4 Parenthood cheats The Sims 4 Island Living cheats The Sims 4 Dine Out cheats The Sims 4 Cats and Dogs cheats The Sims 4 Vampires cheats The Sims 4 Werewolves cheats The Sims 4 High School Years cheats The Sims 4 Horse Ranch cheats The Sims 4 For Rent cheats The Sims 4 Lockstruck cheats The Sims 4 Life and Death cheats The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies cheats The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature cheats The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits cheats How do you enable cheats on Sims 4? To use cheat codes in The Sims 4, you first need to enable cheats in the game itself. Be warned, though: enabling cheats will mean that achievements or trophies will be turned off in this particular save, so it's worth making a backup save before turning them on. On PC, bring up the cheat menu by pressing Ctrl + Shift + C. Once there, enter testingCheats true and cheats will be enabled in this particular save. On Mac, you can bring up the cheat menu by pressing CMD + Shift + C. Then enter testingCheats true to enable cheats on that particular save. On Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, you can access the cheat menu by pressing and holding LT + RT + LB + RB for a couple of seconds. This will bring up the cheat menu, into which you need to type testingCheats true to enable cheats in this save. On PS4 and PS5, you need to press and hold L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 to summon the cheat menu. When it appears, type in testingCheats true and cheats will then be enabled in this world. How to use The Sims 4 cheat codes Enabling cheats is one thing, but using The Sims 4 cheats is another kettle of fish. The main way you'll use cheat codes in The Sims 4 is: Open the game and load up a world Bring up the cheat menu (by pressing Ctrl + Shift + C on PC, or holding down all the shoulder buttons on console) Enter testingCheats true and press Done, if you haven't already Type the relevant cheat code into the little text box in the top-left corner of the screen Press Done, and the cheat will take effect The only exceptions to this system are the Interaction Cheats, which are activated in a slightly different way. You still need to be in a world with testingCheats true activated, but then you need to follow the steps below (depending on your platform of choice). View Affiliate Playlist on the source website To use The Sims 4 Interaction Cheats on PS4 or PS5, with testingCheats true already activated, hover the cursor over a Sim or an object, hold down Circle and then press X to bring up the Interaction Cheats menu. On Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, once you have testingCheats true turned on, hold down B and then press A to summon the Interaction Menu. On PC, after activating testingCheats true, hold shift and then click on the Sim/item in question - this will make the Interaction Cheats menu appear, and you can choose from a variety of cheats that it will list for you. All the other cheats in the game can just be typed into the cheat console as we discussed before. For the full list of what you can do, read on! Read more: Sims 4 mods - tweak the game today Sims 4 expansions - what to buy Sims 4 challenges - test your skills The Sims 4 pronouns - how to change them The Sims 4 free - is the game free? Full list of The Sims 4 cheat codes for PC, Xbox and PlayStation While each new expansion tends to come with its own cheat codes, in this part of the article we're mainly going to focus on the main cheats in The Sims 4 base game. Whether you want more money or skills, or simply want to potty train your virtual toddler, these cheats in The Sims 4 will help you live your best life. Check out the full list below! The Sims 4 Interaction cheats Cheat Need > Make Happy - make all your Sim's motives full and set their mood to Happy Cheat Need > Enable Need Decay or Disable Need Decay - either allows or stops your Sims from Need changes Reset Object - Reset the status of Sims or objects. Add to Family - Have a Sim not in your family? Use this cheat to change that. Modify in CAS - allows you to alter the Sim in Create-a-Sim Make Dirty or Make Clean - either cleans an object or makes it dirty Teleport Sim - allows you to move your Sim to a place of your choosing Make head - will make any item your Sim's new head The Sims 4 money cheats kaching - receive 1000 simoleons rosebud - receive 1000 simoleons motherlode - receive 50000 simoleons Money- type any number after the word money to receive that precise amount of dosh FreeRealEstate on or off - all the lots in this area become free household.autopay_bills true or false - this one enables or disables monthly bill payments The Sims 4 Build Mode cheats modebb.moveobjects - lets you put items wherever you want bb.showhiddenobjects - reveals hidden objects and lets you buy them bb.enablefreebuild - lets you build wherever you want bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement - lets you get items that are usually locked into certain careers The Sims 4 Live Mode cheats resetsim [firstname lastname] - this will reset a stuck Sim, as long as you spell the name right aspirations.complete_current_milestone - completes the Sim's current aspirational goal sims.give_satisfaction_points [#] - type any number you want, your Sim will get that many satisfaction points fillmotive motive_Bladder or Energy or Fun or Hunger or Hygiene or Social - fulfils the specified motive sims.fill_all_commodities - fulfils every motive in the household The Sims 4 skill cheats To max out your Sim's skill level in any of the major skills in the game, these are the convoluted codes you'll want to use: stats.set_skill_level Major_Logic 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_HomestyleCooking 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_GourmetCooking 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Bartending 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Charisma 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Comedy 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Fishing 10 stats.set_skill_level Skill_Fitness 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Gardening 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Guitar 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Piano 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Violin 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Handiness 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Mischief 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Painting 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Photography 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Programming 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_RocketScience 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_VideoGaming 10 stats.set_skill_level Major_Writing 10 Or for child Sims, use these to advance their skills to the max: stats.set_skill_level Skill_Child_Creativity 10 stats.set_skill_level Skill_Child_Social 10 stats.set_skill_level Skill_Child_Mental 10 stats.set_skill_level Skill_Child_Motor 10 stats.set_skill_level_Toddler_Communication 5 stats.set_skill_level_Toddler_Imagination 5 stats.set_skill_level_Toddler_Movement 5 stats.set_skill_level_Toddler_Thinking 5 stats.set_skill_level_Toddler_Potty 3 The Sims 4 career cheats There are four main Sims 4 Career cheats you'll want to be aware of: careers.promote - your Sim gets promoted careers.add_career - gives your Sim a new career of your choice careers.remove_career - removes a career of your choice from your Sim careers.retire - your Sims retires from your chosen career and will get a weekly pension instead To use any of those Sims 4 Career cheats, type the bold wording above followed by the official designation for your career of choice. The list of Careers and their designated cheat code words is below, with the part you need to type in bold: Politician - Activist (requires The Sims 4 City Living expansion) Acting - Actor (requires The Sims 4 Get Famous expansion) Astronaut - Astronaut Athlete - Athletic Business - Business Criminal - Criminal Critic - Careers_Adult_Critic (requires The Sims 4 City Living expansion) Culinary - Culinary Detective - Detective (requires The Sims 4 Get to Work expansion) Doctor- Doctor (requires The Sims 4 Get to Work expansion) Entertainer - Entertainer Painter - Painter Scientist - Scientist (requires The Sims 4 Get to Work expansion) Secret Agent - SecretAgent Social Media - SocialMedia (requires The Sims 4 City Living expansion) Style Influencer - Influencer Tech Guru - TechGuru Writer - Writer For example, you would enter careers.promote Actor into the cheats console to promote a Sim that is pursuing an acting career. It's also worth noting that teen Sims have some different Career options, instead of the grown-up ones, with the corresponding cheat codes listed in bold below: Babysitter - Teen_Babysitter Barista - Teen_Barista Fast Food Employee - Teen_FastFood Scout - Scout (requires The Sims 4 Seasons expansion) Manual Laborer - Teen_Manual Retail Employee - Teen_Retail The Sims 4 romance cheats and friendship cheats relationship.introduce_sim_to_all_others - your Sim is instantly introduced to all their neighbours relationships.create_friends_for_sim - a friend will automatically spawn for your Sim modifyrelationship [YourSimFirstName] [YourSimLastName] [TargetSimFirstName] [TargetSimLastName] 100 LTR_Friendship_Main - your Sim and the target Sim instantly have maximum friendship modifyrelationship [YourSimFirstName] [YourSimLastName] [TargetSimFirstName] [TargetSimLastName] 100 LTR_Romance_Main - your Sim and the target Sim now have maximum romance With those last two, you can also put a lower number (where the 100 currently is) if you want to reduce your Sim's level of friendship or romance with another Sim. The Sims 4 killing cheats and unkilling cheats death.toggle true - kill your Sim death.toggle false - unkill your sim sims.add_buff Ghostly - your Sim becomes a ghost for four in-game hours stats.set_stat commodity_Vampire_SunExposure -100 - kills a Vampire sim (requires The Sims 4 Vampires expansion) The Sims 4 UI cheats headlineeffects on or off - controls headline effects such as speech bubbles hovereffects on or off - controls the hover effect when you move over a Sim fullscreenToggle - will make the game either full screen or windowed on PC fps on or off - will show or hide the current frames per second on the screen The Sims 4 Get to Work Cheats There are, of course, expansions for The Sims 4 that will bring with them their own cheats – so let's break those down too! Before you can use these, a new sim must be created and added to the neighbourhood. Use the cheats with that sim, hire them for your store and you're done! As for what the cheats are: stats.set_skill_level retail_workethic (number from 1 to 5) - Adjusts Work Ethic skill. stats.set_skill_level retail_maintenance (number from 1 to 5) - Adjusts Maintenance skill. stats.set_skill_level retail_sales (number from 1 to 5) - Adjusts Sales skill. And if you own a retail store and have at least one item for sale, you can activate these perks for every active sim in your household! bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalWorker_1 true - adds Additional Employee #1 bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalWorker_2 true - adds Additional Employee #2 bucks.unlock_perk CheckoutSpeed_Large true - Faster Checkouts (large) bucks.unlock_perk CheckoutSpeed_Small true - Faster Checkouts (small) bucks.unlock_perk CustomerBrowseTime true - Curious Shopper bucks.unlock_perk CustomerPurchaseIntent true - Serious Shopper bucks.unlock_perk DescreaseRestockingCost true - Cheaper Restocking bucks.unlock_perk ImproveRetailSocials true - Slick Salesman bucks.unlock_perk InstantRestock true - Instant Restocking bucks.unlock_perk PedestalMimic true - Provocative Pedestal bucks.unlock_perk RegisterMimic true - Register of Tomorrow bucks.unlock_perk RestockSpeed_Large true - Faster Restocking (large) bucks.unlock_perk RestockSpeed_Small true - Faster Restocking (small) bucks.unlock_perk RetailOutfit true - Snazzy Shirt bucks.unlock_perk SignageMimic true - Stunning Sign bucks.unlock_perk StorePlacard_1 true - Placard: My First Simoleon bucks.unlock_perk StorePlacard_2 true - Placard: Fobbs 500 bucks.unlock_perk SureSaleSocial true - Sure Sale DecreaseRestocking_Temporary true - Superfluous Surplus ImprovementManagementSocials true - Mega Manager The Sims 4 Parenthood Cheats Replace the X in the cheats below with a value from -100 to 100 here! stats.set_stat lifeSkillStatistic_ConflictResolution X - Adjusts Conflict Resolution. stats.set_stat lifeSkillStatistic_EmotionalControl X - Adjusts Emotional Control. stats.set_stat lifeSkillStatistic_Empathy X - Adjusts Empathy. stats.set_stat lifeSkillStatistic_Manners X - Adjusts Manners. stats.set_stat lifeSkillStatistic_Responsibility X - Adjusts Responsibility. The Sims 4 Island Living Cheats Jut two here and they are: traits.equip_trait trait_OccultMermaid - Turns Sim into a Mermaid. traits.remove_trait trait_OccultMermaid - Turns Sim back to normal. The Sims 4 Dine Out Cheats Every Sim in your household will benefit from these cheats – but you need to own a restaurant first. bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalChef true - Additional Chef bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalWaiter_1 true - Additional Waiter #1 bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalWaiter_2 true - Additional Waiter #2 bucks.unlock_perk CheaperIngredients_1 true - Ingredient Discount (small) bucks.unlock_perk CheaperIngredients_2 true - Ingredient Discount (large) bucks.unlock_perk ChefsHat true - adds The Chef's Hat bucks.unlock_perk EatFaster true - Fast Eaters bucks.unlock_perk ExpensiveOrders true - Well Funded Foodies bucks.unlock_perk IngredientCostDiscount true - Surplus Harvest bucks.unlock_perk IngredientQualityOptions true - Ingredient Quality Options bucks.unlock_perk InspirationalSpeechSocial true - Inspirational Speech bucks.unlock_perk LengthenImpatienceTimeout - Patient Patrons bucks.unlock_perk LowerChangeBadEvents_Small - Well Managed bucks.unlock_perk LowerEmployeeTrainingCost - Lowers the training cost bucks.unlock_perk MoreCustomers true - Meal Rush bucks.unlock_perk RecommendedDishFrequency - Curiouser Customers bucks.unlock_perk RecommendedDishSocial true - Curious Customers bucks.unlock_perk RiskFreeMarkup true - Tidy Tippers The Sims 4 Cats and Dogs Cheats Here are all the Vet Clinic Perk Cheats cheats! bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalVet_1 true - Additional Vet #1 bucks.unlock_perk AdditionalVet_2 true - Additional Vet #2 bucks.unlock_perk Vetperks_InspirationalSpeechSocial true - Inspirational Speech bucks.unlock_perk Vetperks_LowerEmployeeTrainingCost true - Lower Employee Training Costs bucks.unlock_perk Vetperks_LengthenImpatienceTimeout true - Patient Patients bucks.unlock_perk ReducePetStress true - Reduce Pet Stress bucks.unlock_perk SupplyQuality true Unlock - Vet Supply Quality bucks.unlock_perk Vetperks_MoreCustomers true - Vet Rush bucks.unlock_perk UnlockCASItem true - The Vet Coat bucks.unlock_perk Vetperks_LowerChanceBadEvents_Small true - Well Managed The Sims 4 Vampires Cheats Yep, there are bloodsuckers in Sims 4 and here are the basics for turning into one – and then reverting back again. traits.equip_trait trait_OccultVampire - Turns your Sim into a vampire. stats.set_stat commodity_BecomingVampire 2160 - Transitions your Sim into a vampire over a number of days. traits.remove_trait trait_OccultVampire - Turns a vampire Sim back to normal. And here are the cheats! stats.set_stat rankedStatistic_Occult_VampireXP 202 - Ranks up to Minor Vampire stats.set_stat rankedStatistic_Occult_VampireXP 630 - Ranks up to Prime Vampire stats.set_stat rankedStatistic_Occult_VampireXP 1058 - Ranks up to Master Vampire stats.set_stat rankedStatistic_Occult_VampireXP 1486 - Ranks up to Grand Master Vampire stats.set_stat rankedStatistic_Occult_VampireXP 1593 - Caps the Sim's vampire rank The Sims 4 Vampires Rank Cheats Quite a few in this one – and look at the rank level at the end of each one, as that is where you will need to be to use them. bucks.unlock_perk DetectPersonality true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Detect Personality (Req rank: Fledgling) bucks.unlock_perk BatForm true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Bat Form (Req rank: Fledgling) bucks.unlock_perk Hallucinate true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Hallucination (Req rank: Fledgling) bucks.unlock_perk AlwaysWelcome true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Eternally Welcome (Req rank: Fledgling) bucks.unlock_perk PotentPower_3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Occult Master (Req rank: Fledgling) bucks.unlock_perk AlluringVisage_3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Vampiric Fascination (Req rank: Minor) bucks.unlock_perk VampiricStrength_Level3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Vampiric Might (Req rank: Minor) bucks.unlock_perk Command true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Command (Req rank: Minor) bucks.unlock_perk GarlicImmunity true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Garlic Immunity (Req rank: Minor) bucks.unlock_perk VampireCreation true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Vampire Creation (Req rank: Minor) bucks.unlock_perk Mesmerize true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Mesmerize (Req rank: Prime) bucks.unlock_perk NocturnalAffinity_Level3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Master of Darkness (Req rank: Prime) bucks.unlock_perk IrresistibleSlumber true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Irresistible Slumber (Req rank: Prime) bucks.unlock_perk ManipulateLifeSpirit true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Manipulate Life Spirit (Req rank: Prime) bucks.unlock_perk VampiricSlumber_Level3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Vampiric Trance (Req rank: Prime) bucks.unlock_perk EmotionalDampening_Level3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Deadened Emotions (Req rank: Master) bucks.unlock_perk VampireRun true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Supernatural Speed (Req rank: Master) bucks.unlock_perk NeedsNaughtiness true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks: Deprive Needs (Req rank: Master) bucks.unlock_perk ResistanceSolis_Level3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Perfect Sun Resistance (Req rank: Master) bucks.unlock_perk LoseHumanity_Hygiene true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Odorless (Req rank: Master) bucks.unlock_perk EmotionalBurst_3 true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Control Emotion (Req rank: Grand Master) bucks.unlock_perk MistForm true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Mist Form (Req rank: Grand Master) bucks.unlock_perk TameTheThirst true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Tamed Thirst (Req rank: Grand Master) bucks.unlock_perk LoseHumanity_Social true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Beyond the Herd (Req rank: Grand Master) bucks.unlock_perk LoseHumanity_Fun true 40961 [Sim ID] - Unlocks Power: Immortal Pleasures (Req rank: Grand Master) The Sims 4 Werewolves cheats In the recent The Sims 4 Werewolves pack, these are the cheats you can use: traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Lunar_NightMark - Get Mark of the Night Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_AspirationTraits_BetterFuryContro - Get Refined Lupine Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_AspirationTraits_BetterTurning - Get Chomp Champion Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_AspirationTraits_FormerLycan - Get Werewolf Ally Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_AspirationTraits_FriendlyWolf - Get Fanged Friend Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_AspirationTraits_MoreFear - Get Threatening Presence Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_DormantWolf - Get Dormant Wolf Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_GreaterWolfBlood - Get Greater Wolf Blood Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_InitiationBonusTrait - Get Lunar Confidant Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_AntiCapitalistCanine - Get Anti-capitalist Canine Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_BigBadWolf - Get Big Bad Wolf Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Carnivore - Get Carnivore Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_EasyExcitable - Get Easy Excitable Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_FeelsOutcasted - Get Feels Outcasted Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Frisky - Get Frisky Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_GrumpyWolf - Get Grumpy Wolf Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_HatesBeingWet - Get Hates Being Wet Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_HungryLikeTheWolf - Get Hungry Like the Wolf Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Lunar_ForestMark - Get Mark of the Forest Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Lunar_HuntMark - Get Mark of the Hunt Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Lunar_WolfMark - Get Mark of the Wolf Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_MustBeClean - Get Must Be Clean Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_NightWolf - Get Night Wolf Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Prideful - Get Prideful Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_RestlessAnimal - Get Restless Animal Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_SensitiveHearing - Get Sensitive Hearing Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_SurvivalInstincts - Get Survival Instincts Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_Territorial - Get Territorial Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_WolfBrain - Get Wolf Brain Trait traits.equip_trait trait_OccultWerewolf_Temperaments_WrackedWithGuilt - Get Wracked With Guilt Trait traits.equip_trait trait_WerewolfPack_FriendA - Get Friend of the Moonwood Collective Trait traits.equip_trait trait_WerewolfPack_FriendB - Get Friend of the Wildfangs Trait The Sims 4 High School Years cheats Now that The Sims 4 High School Years Pack has come out, players with that DLC installed should also be able to use these cheats: traits.equip_trait trait_hsexit_dropout - Drop out of school traits.equip_trait trait_hsexit_expelled - Get expelled from school traits.equip_trait trait_hsexit_graduate_early - Graduate Copperdale High early traits.equip_trait trait_hsexit_graduate_honors - Graduate Copperdale High with honors traits.equip_trait trait_hsexit_graduate_valedictorian - Become Valedictorian stats.set_skill_level adultminor_entrepreneur <insert number from one to five here> - Set skill level for 'entrepeneur' trait traits.equip_trait trait_entrepreneur_theknowledge - Give an entrepreneur 'The Knowledge' trait traits.equip_trait trait_dauntless - Give 'Dauntless' trait traits.equip_trait trait_highflier - Give 'Highflier' trait traits.equip_trait trait_iconic - Give 'Iconic' trait traits.equip_trait trait_relatable - Give 'Relatable' trait careers.promote teen_simsfluencersidehustle - Promote influencer side hustle (teen) careers.promote parttime_simsfluencersidehustle - Promote influencer side hustle (adult) careers.demote teen_simsfluencersidehustle - Demote influencer side hustle (teen) careers.demote parttime_simsfluencersidehustle - Demote influencer side hustle (adult) careers.promote teen_streamersidehustle - Promote streamer side hustle (teen) careers.promote parttime_streamersidehustle - Promote streamer side hustle (adult) careers.demote teen_streamersidehustle - Demote streamer side hustle (teen) careers.demote parttime_streamersidehustle - Demote streamer side hustle (adult) careers.promote hsteam_cheerteam - Cheer team promotion careers.promote hsteam_chessteam - Chess team promotion careers.promote hsteam_computerteam - Computer team promotion careers.promote hsteam_footballteam - Football team promotion traits.equip_trait trait_reward_hsteam_cheerteam - Cheer team reward: Cheer Champion traits.equip_trait trait_reward_hsteam_chessteam - Chess team reward: Chess Master traits.equip_trait trait_reward_hsteam_computerteam - Computer team reward: L33T Hacker traits.equip_trait trait_reward_hsteam_footballteam - Football team reward: Star Player traits.equip_trait trait_teenpranks_prankster - Give 'Authentic Prankster' trait traits.equip_trait trait_untroubled - Give 'Untroubled' trait modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_bitter_st_hsprom_noprominvite - Add 'Bitter About No Prom Invite' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_close_lt_iknowtheyvegotmyback - Add 'They’ve Got My Back' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_close_lt_theyunderstand - Add 'They Understand' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_close_lt_twopeasinapod - Add 'Two Peas in a Pod' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_close_st_goodfirstimpression - Add 'Good First Impression' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_close_st_throwfootballbondingmoment - Add 'Bonding Moment' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_crush_lt_generic - Add 'Crush' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_guilty_st_hsprom_brokenpact - Add 'Guilty about Broken Prom Pact' sentiment modifyrelationship [Sim 1] [Sim 2] 100 sentimenttrack_hurt_st_hsprom_brokenditchpromise - Add 'Hurt about Broken Prom Promise' sentiment The Sims 4 Horse Ranch cheats The Sims 4 Horse Ranch DLC brought all sorts of equine shenanigans, including some handy cheat codes to improve your horse-adjacent skills. However, you will need your horse's ID for these codes to work. To do this you type the following: sims.get_sim_id_by_name [HorseFirstName] [HorseLastName] Once you've got this, you can use the codes below: stats.set_skill_level AdultMajor_EquestrianSkill 10 [HorseID] - Improve Horse Riding up to max level 10 stats.set_skill_level AdultMinor_RanchNectar 5 [HorseID] - Improve Nectar Making up to max level 5 stats.set_skill_level Horse_Temperament 10 [HorseID] - Improve Horse Temperament up to max level 10 stats.set_skill_level Horse_Agility 10 [HorseID] - Improve Horse Agility up to max level 10 stats.set_skill_level Horse_Jumping 10 [HorseID] - Improve Horse Jumping up to max level 10 stats.set_skill_level Horse_Endurance 10 [HorseID] - Improve Horse Endurance to max level 10 The Sims 4 For Rent cheats Currently, there is only one cheat available for The Sims 4 For Rent expansion pack. Once more are added from EA or modded in by fans, we'll make sure to update this list. bb.increaserentalunitcap off – Removes the rental unit cap on lots, so over six units can be featured in one Residential Rental bb.increaserentalunitcap on – reverses the rental cap The Sims 4 Lovestruck cheats Lovestruck introduces a few new features - you can get a job as a Romance Consultant, make a Sim more fickle when it comes to romance and complete Aspirations that reward you Satisfaction Points to spend on a Rewards Stone. With cheats, you can bypass a lot of the busy work (or make things harder). We've got them all listed below! careers.promote romanceconsultant – Give yourself a promotion as a Romance Consultant careers.demote romanceconsultant – Give yourself a demotion as a Romance Consultant modifyrelationship [YourSimFirstName] [YourSimLastName] [TargetSimFirstName] [TargetSimLastName] [1-100] LTR_Romance_Main – Increase or decrease a romantic relationship between two Sims stats.set_skill_level Major Romance [1-10] – Increase or decrease your Sim's romance skill traits.equip_trait trait_RomanticallyReserved – Make a Sim harder to win over aspirations.complete_current_milestone – This will complete your Aspiration milestones sims.give_satisfaction_points [amount] – Give yourself a desired number of Satisfaction Points The Sims 4 Life and Death cheats Life and Death is one of the biggest recent The Sims 4 expansions, bringing with it a life after death, new traits, careers and the Soul Journey system. Along with those additions come plenty of cheats to help you play around with what the expansion has to offer. aspirations.complete_current_milestone – Completes your Sim's current Aspiration Milestone careers.promote mortician – Gives yourself a promotion as a Mortician careers.demote mortician – Gives yourself a demotion as a Mortician careers.promote active_reaper – Gives yourself a promotion as a Reaper careers.demote active_reaper – Gives yourself a demotion as a Reaper sims.give_satisfaction_points X – Gives your Sim Satisfaction Points stats.set_skill_level minor_thanatology X (1-5) – Increases your Thanatology Skill traits.equip_trait trait_grief_anger – Gives the 'Anger Grief' trait traits.remove_trait trait_grief_anger – Removes the 'Anger Grief' trait traits.equip_trait trait_chasedbydeath – Gives the 'Chased By Death' trait traits.remove_trait trait_chasedbydeath – Removes the 'Chased By Death' trait traits.equip_trait trait_grief_denial – Gives the 'Denial Grief' trait traits.remove_trait trait_grief_denial – Removes the 'Denial Grief' trait traits.equip_trait ghostwhisperer – Gives the 'Ghost Whisperer' trait traits.remove_trait ghostwhisperer – Removes the 'Ghost Whisperer' trait traits.equip_trait grimborn – Gives the 'Grimborn' trait traits.remove_trait grimborn – Removes the 'Grimborn' trait traits.equip_trait grimdescendant – Gives the 'Grim Descendant' trait traits.remove_trait grimdescendant – Removes the 'Grim Descendant' trait traits.equip_trait trait_macabre – Gives the 'Macabre' trait traits.remove_trait trait_macabre – Removes the 'Macabre' trait traits.equip_trait trait_grief_depression – Gives the 'Sadness Grief' trait traits.remove_trait trait_grief_depression – Removes the 'Sadness Grief' trait traits.equip_trait trait_skeptical – Gives the 'Skeptical' trait traits.remove_trait trait_skeptical – Removes the 'Skeptical' trait The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies cheats A big switch from Life and Death, the Businesses and Hobbies expansion introduces a bunch of, you guessed it, businesses and hobbies! To help you get started with your new life as a small business owner, here are all the cheats available for this expansion: traits.equip_trait trait_beloved - Adds the 'Beloved' trait traits.remove_trait trait_beloved - Removes the 'Beloved' trait traits.equip_trait trait_idealist - Adds the 'Idealist' trait traits.remove_trait trait_idealist - Removes the 'Idealist' trait traits.equip_trait trait_shady - Adds the 'Shady' trait traits.remove_trait trait_shady - Removes the 'Shady' trait traits.equip_trait trait_speaker - Adds the 'Motivational Speaker' trait traits.remove_trait trait_speaker - Removes the 'Motivational Speaker' trait stats.set_skill_level major_pottery X (1-10) - Increases your Pottery skill stats.set_skill_level major_tattooing X (1-10) - Increases your Tattooing skill traits.masteryperk_auraactive - Unlocks 'Active Aura' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_aspirationalcreator - Unlocks 'Aspirational Creator' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_aspirationalthinker - Unlocks 'Aspirational Thinker' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_creativeaura - Unlocks 'Creative Aura' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_inthezone - Unlocks 'In the Zone' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_auramental - Unlocks 'Mental Aura' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_mentalexercise - Unlocks the 'Mental Exercise' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_pigeonholedactive - Unlocks the 'Pigeonholed (Active)' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_pigeonholedcreative - Unlocks the 'Pigeonholed (Creative)' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_pigeonholedmental - Unlocks the 'Pigeonholed (Mental)' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_pigeonholedsocial - Unlocks the 'Pigeonholed (Social)' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_powerfulperformer - Unlocks the 'Power Performer' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_secondwind - Unlocks the 'Second Wind' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_secretspice - Unlocks the 'Secret Spice' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_skillfulsleep - Unlocks the 'Skillful Sleep' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_spacebender - Unlocks the 'Spacebender' Mastery Perk traits.masteryperk_strongerwithage - Unlocks the 'Stronger With Age' Mastery Perk The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature cheats The Enchanted by Nature expansion gives you everything you need to create a magical woodland world filled with fairies and toadstoods alike. To get you into the groove of forest life, here are all the cheats you can use in this expansion: careers.promote naturopath - Gives yourself a promotion as a Naturopath careers.demote naturopath - Gives yourself a demotion as a Naturopath stats.set_skill_level major_apothecary X - Increases your Apothecary skill stats.set_skill_level skill_nls X - Increases your Natural Living skill stats.set_stat rankedstatistic_fairyoccult_fairyxp X - Gives yourself X exp to your Fairy Sim traits.equip_trait trait_mystical - Adds the 'Mystical' trait traits.remove_trait trait_mystical - Removes the 'Mystical' trait traits.equip_trait trait_rogue - Adds the 'Disruptive' trait traits.remove_trait trait_rogue - Removes the 'Disruptive' trait traits.equip_trait trait_plantlover - Adds the 'Plant Lover' trait traits.remove_trait trait_plantlover - Removes the 'Plant Lover' trait traits.equip_trait trait_naturesbestbud - Adds the 'Nature's Best Bud' trait traits.remove_trait trait_naturesbestbud - Removes the 'Nature's Best Bud' trait traits.equip_trait trait_naturalmeds_healswithpills - Adds the 'Well-Balanced Practitioner' trait traits.remove_trait trait_naturalmeds_healswithpills - Removes the 'Well-Balanced Practitioner' trait traits.equip_trait trait_fairystories_initiation_intothepixieland - Adds the 'Everdew Reward' trait traits.remove_trait trait_fairystories_initiation-intothepixieland - Removes the 'Everdew Reward' trait traits.equip_trait highfaelineage - Adds the 'High Fae Lineage' trait traits.remove_trait highfaelineage - Removes the 'High Fae Lineage' trait traits.equip_trait problemfairy - Adds the 'Problem Fairy' trait traits.remove_trait problemfairy - Removes the 'Problem Fairy' trait The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits cheats The Sims 4 Adventure Awaits introduced getaways for your Sims to visit, replete with new activities to do on their holidays, such as archery, diving, entomology and papercraft. It also added imaginary friends to the game, which can only be seen by the child who imagines them! But, to get the most out of your holiday, here are all the Sims 4 Adventure awaits cheats! stats.set_skill_level skill_archery X - Sets your archery skill (1-5) stats.set_skill_level diving X - Sets your diving skill (1-5) stats.set_skill_level entomology X - Sets your entomology skill (1-5) stats.set_skill_level major_papercraft X - Sets your papercraft skill (1-10) traits.equip_trait Trait_Competitive - Give your sim the Competitive trait Traits.remove_trait Trait_Competitive - Removes the competitive trait careers.promote parkworker - Promote you Sim if they are a Park Worker careers.demote parkworker - Demote you Sim if they are a Park Worker aspirations.complete_current_milestone - Complete your current milestone trait_simpreference_likes_activities_archery - Make your Sim like archery trait_simpreference_dislikes_activities_archery - Make your Sim dislike archery trait_simpreference_likes_activities_divingboard - Make your Sim like diving trait_simpreference_dislikes_activities_divingboard - Make your Sim dislike diving distrait_simpreference_likes_activities_entomology - Make your Sim like entomology trait_simpreference_dislikes_activities_entomology - Make your Sim dislike entomology trait_simpreference_likes_activities_papercraft - Make your Sim like papercraft trait_simpreference_dislikes_activities_papercraft - Make your Sim dislike papercraft traits.equip_trait trait_nature_ep20_asp_critterhunter_critterenthusiast - Give your Sim the Critter Enthusiast trait traits.equip_trait_trait_aspiration_ep20_asp_coolkid - Give your Sim the Cool Kind on the Block trait When future DLC packs come to the game, we'll try our best to keep this article updated with all the latest cheats. 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Doctor Who TARDIS interiors ranked from worst to best
The Doctor’s not the only one who regenerates. Here’s every time the TARDIS got a new model ranked from worst to best.
"The Doctor, in the TARDIS, next stop everywhere." It’s a formula that’s stood the test of time for Doctor Who. For the last 62 years, the Doctor has sailed throughout the universe in the TARDIS – or Time and Relative Dimension in Space. While humans and alien threats have come and gone, the Time Lord and his trusty time machine have stayed together like, well, two hearts beating in sync. It goes without saying that the image of the 1950’s police box is central to what has made Doctor Who so memorable all these years. Yet, while the iconic blue exterior has stayed largely the same, the inside has changed as many times as The Doctor – and then some. Every few years on this six-decade journey, the TARDIS has whipped out a fresh new look for the interior console room. Sometimes this was because of a new actor coming in, sometimes because the old room got destroyed within the show, or sometimes The Doctor clearly just decided that pillars were out. So, we’re going to reflect on every single console room by ranking them from worst to best. We’ll be basing our rankings on design and cultural impact, so hold on tight, because we’re about to take you back through time. 15. War Doctor The War Doctor’s TARDIS was shown for just a few moments in the 50th anniversary, and to be honest, we’re grateful it didn’t appear more. Conceptually, it makes sense that this TARDIS would be a blend of the classic series and modern one, and yes, we do love the round things. But there’s no getting away from the fact that the pillars just don’t gel with the white background, and neither seem to really fit John Hurt’s dark and damaged soldier Doctor. Plus, it’s just a bit ugly. 14. Third Doctor – first TARDIS When the Time Lords stranded the Third Doctor on Earth, he was forced to build this version of the TARDIS in secret. Half of the room is basically an ordinary lounge, with patterned wallpaper and wooden furniture, while the other half is more like a garage, with metal shelves and exposed brick. It definitely does the job of looking a bit jumbled and home spun, but that doesn’t mean we have to like its confused design. Buy Third Doctor figure and TARDIS set from £91.99 at Amazon 13. Third Doctor – second TARDIS In season 9, the Third Doctor did a “spot of redecoration” and got a brand-new console room. This redesign first appeared in 1972’s the Time Monster and was also used in The Master’s TARDIS too. While it was nice to see Jon Pertwee back in a proper time machine, this TARDIS swaps the much-loved roundels for plastic bowls that look an awful lot like frog spawn. Buy Third Doctor figure and TARDIS set from £91.99 at Amazon 12. Eleventh Doctor – second TARDIS The Eleventh Doctor’s second TARDIS came about halfway through season seven after the deaths of Amy and Rory. As a result, this console room has a much darker and colder design that, sadly, just doesn’t work for us. Although it’s understandable that a grieving Doctor would make such a room, the metal panels and lack of colours makes the whole thing feel lifeless and uninviting. Plus, it’s not at all suited to the general optimism of Matt Smith’s Doctor. Buy Eleventh Doctor's TARDIS figurine from £49.99 at The Who Shop 11. Fourth Doctor – secondary console room Look, we know in the '70s and '80s pretty much everything was brown, but that doesn’t excuse this grandma’s sitting room of a TARDIS. At the time, the designers were apparently going for a decadent manor house feel that was a reoccurring theme for the Fourth Doctor and Sarah Jane. Sadly, this doesn’t quite come across and instead what we get is a very plain and dark room that, thankfully, didn’t appear too often. Buy Fourth Doctor second console room toy from £49.99 at Ebay 10. Thirteenth Doctor The Thirteenth Doctor’s era did a great job at refreshing the design of many things, including the sonic, the Doctor’s wardrobe and the title sequence. But the problem with her TARDIS is that it feels too, well… alien. You can tell from the basic structure that it’s the TARDIS, but the jagged pillars are a bit freaky and the lighting is too dark, which takes away any feeling of comfort the TARDIS normally has. Plus, Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor never really spends much time in it. Buy Thirteenth Doctor's TARDIS console from £19.99 at Amazon 9. Third Doctor – third TARDIS Third time’s the charm for this Doctor. After the set from the Time Monster was damaged in 1972, Jon Pertwee got yet another redesigned TARDIS. This time, with the roundels back in place and a bigger room to play with, this console room even had a pull-out bed which we saw in Planet of the Daleks. Buy Third Doctor figure and TARDIS set from £91.99 at Amazon 8. Fourth Doctor – main console room The Fourth Doctor’s main console room definitely has the classic look. With its silver walls, roundels and bright lights, it’s very similar to the original set from 1963. However, it is the first TARDIS to have proper pillars, giving it a very Greek temple feel, and it also comes with a fresh console featuring a new red Time Rotor. We like this redesign, but by this point in the show they were doing so much with other spaceship sets, for instance The Ark in Space, that it looks a bit sparse and simple by comparison. All in all, it could have done with a slightly more drastic update. Buy Fourth Doctor figure and TARDIS set from £255 at Amazon 7. Twelfth Doctor Although very similar to the Eleventh Doctor’s second TARDIS, this sleek silver model is far more suited to Peter Capaldi’s Doctor. You could easily expect the man who wears sunglasses and plays guitars on tanks to live in this darker, metal model. Plus, the design is massively improved by the use of warm orange lighting rather than eerie green and over the three seasons, the Twelfth Doctor really made the space his own with the addition of bookcases, chalk boards, and a sneaky drinks cabinet. Buy Twelfth Doctor TARDIS console model from £29.99 at Amazon 6. Fifth Doctor This techno TARDIS was just perfect for the '80s. Moving away from the simpler design of previous years, this TARDIS got a flashy new console packed with way more buttons, lights, and screens. Although the rest of the interior stayed white, the addition of the colourful panels and shiny controls was enough to give the space a refresh, which is probably why it stayed the same up until the TV Movie. Buy Fifth Doctor TARDIS console from £39.99 at Amazon 5. Eighth Doctor How cruel is it that we never got more time with this one? In the Paul McGann TV movie, we get exactly what Jon Pertwee’s first TARDIS should have been: part time machine part cosy sitting room. With its armchairs, rugs and walls lined with books, this TARDIS feels like a space The Doctor would actually live in. Plus, it’s got a brand new bronze console and metal columns that still make it feel like a magical alien world. Buy Eighth Doctor TARDIS console from £39.99 at Amazon 4. Fourteenth Doctor/Fifteenth Doctor Yes, we know they're technically different TARDISes, but let's face it – they do look very similar. In this list, there's been a lot of talk about the blending of old and new, and this TARDIS does it better than ever before. Mixing the grandeur and scale of Matt Smith's first TARDIS with the gleaming white alien-ness of William Hartnell's original set, this spaceship spectacularly pays homage to the last 62 years while also driving the show into the future. 3. First Doctor Without this TARDIS, Doctor Who would never have become the show it is today. Not only is this the one that started it all but it’s also an incredible design. The control room is large and airy, perfect for the Doctor’s original three-person posse. Then, you have the contrast of the high-tech roundels with the Doctor’s earthly antiques, which shows off exactly who he is. Last of all, the console, with its buttons and dials, sharp hexagonal design and a moving time rotor that defined an entire genre. It may have been made in the '60s, but this room is nothing but timeless. Buy First Doctor TARDIS console from £66.99 at Amazon 2. Ninth/Tenth Doctor Who could ever forget the moment Billie Piper’s Rose stepped into the TARDIS for the first time? In one second, saw everything the show was and would be again. The Ninth and Tenth Doctor’s TARDIS had all the elements from the classic series, except with an overgrown, earthy look that made the space so magical for new viewers. With its bendy pillars and green central column, it wasn’t difficult to think of the room as an alien world, and yet it never felt dark or too strange, always making the audience feel safe inside it. Plus, with this model we got to stare right into the heart of the TARDIS itself. Buy Tenth Doctor TARDIS playset from £79.99 at Ebay 1. Eleventh Doctor – first TARDIS Matt Smith’s first TARDIS was truly the epitome of a mad man with a box. This TARDIS felt like something out of Alice and Wonderland or Narnia with its many staircases and corridors branching off. But at the same time, it was the pinnacle of sci-fi technology. The glass panels, bright lights and gloriously shiny buttons are iconic. We were truly fortunate to see the Doctor spend so much time in this TARDIS. It was large, warm, inviting and perfectly captured the essence of this era of Doctor Who. This was also the TARDIS we probably learnt the most about, with features like the scanner and zig-zag plotter pointed out to us across several episodes. Oh yeah, and we actually got to meet her. Buy Eleventh Doctor's TARDIS playset from £199.99 at Amazon Missing Doctor Who? Register now for Radio Times' Doctor Who Insiders club for exclusive interviews with Doctor Who legends every month. Doctor Who is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Sci-fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who has won the Ashes most? Head-to-head record and overall series results
Your round-up of how many Ashes series victories have been recorded by England and Australia.
First played in 1882, the Ashes is cricket’s oldest international series – and to many it is the sport's greatest rivalry. England and Australia have done battle every couple of years since the late 19th century, alternating host country - aside from back-to-back series in Australia in 1886-87 and 1887-88 and in England in the 1970s. Being part of an Ashes-winning team can define a career. It is where cricketers become national heroes, and where legacies are so often defined - whether we look back to Bodyline, the Ball of the Century or Ben Stokes’s heroics in 2019. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about who has won the Ashes most in history. <a id="menur5r7" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/channel/d944a714-1f03-4662-8cf0-ca3aefb2f0ea?tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2344812" href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/channel/d944a714-1f03-4662-8cf0-ca3aefb2f0ea?tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2344812" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Watch the Ashes on TNT Sports via discovery+ on Amazon Prime Video">Watch the Ashes on TNT Sports via discovery+ on Amazon Prime Video How many times have Australia won the Ashes? AUSTRALIA ASHES WINS – 34 Australia have won 34 Ashes series and 152 of the 361 Ashes Tests played overall. However, just 14 of Australia’s 34 series wins have come in England, and they have won only 30.1% of their Ashes Tests played in England, compared with 52.3% on home soil. The Aussies have not won a series in England since their triumph in 2001. That series marked the end of Australia’s most dominant Ashes period, which included four consecutive series wins in England and eight overall, starting with the success in 1989. Australia have had two other spells of holding the urn for six straight series. They won five of six series (drawing the other) between 1934 and 1950-51. They also went undefeated between 1958-59 and 1968, albeit with three drawn series during that period. They head into the 2025/26 Ashes having held the urn for the previous four series – two 4-0 wins in Australia and two 2-2 draws in England. In the Women’s Ashes, Australia have won nine of 23 series. How many times have England won the Ashes? ENGLAND ASHES WINS – 32 England have won 32 of 73 Ashes series and won 122 of 356 Ashes Tests since the first series in the early 1880s. Of their 32 series wins, 18 have come in England. Seven Ashes series have been drawn overall, five of which were held in England. England are undefeated in home Ashes series since 2001, winning in 2005, 2009, 2013 and 2015 before hard-fought series draws in 2019 and 2023. This represents a very strong period of home Ashes play for England, which also featured the historic 3-1 win down under in 2010-11. The first eight Ashes were won by England. Since then, they have never won more than three series in a row. They head to Australia searching for their first win down under since 2010/11 and looking to get their hands on the urn after more than a decade of Aussie possession. England have won six of 23 series in the Women’s Ashes. Past Ashes series results The last Ashes series, which was played in England in 2023, ended in a 2-2 draw. Australia raced out to a 2-0 lead thanks to thrilling wins at Edgbaston and Lord's but the hosts fought back and won at Headingley. England were on course for a famous victory in the fourth Test at Old Trafford before the rain saved the Aussies. Their lead would not last long, however, as led by the retiring Stuart Broad, Ben Stokes' side won and levelled the series on the final day at the Oval. The last series down under, which was played during Covid, made for grim viewing for English fans and finished in a comprehensive 4-0 win for Australia. England have not won an Ashes series since 2015 and have not won away since 2010/11. Australia have tended to win emphatically at home, with a pair of 4-0 wins and a couple of whitewashes since 2005, while England’s heaviest series win was their 3-0 in 2013. Last five Ashes series results 2023: England 2-2 Australia 2021-22: Australia 4-0 England 2019: England 2-2 Australia 2017-18: Australia 4-0 England 2015: England 3-2 Australia How to watch the Ashes on TV and live stream The Ashes will be shown live on TNT Sports. There are multiple ways to get TNT Sports. If you already have BT Broadband, you can add TNT Sports to your existing contract from just £18 per month. You can add the ‘Big Sport’ package for £40 per month which includes all TNT Sports and 11 Sky Sports channels via a NOW pass. 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Regular subscribers can also stream matches on a variety of devices including laptops, smartphones and tablets via the discovery+ app. discovery+ is the new streaming home of TNT Sports, showing events including live Premier League, UEFA Champions League, Premiership Rugby, UFC, Boxing and MotoGP. Learn more here: discoveryplus.com TNT Sports and discovery+ have exclusive live TV coverage of the Ashes, which can also be watched through Amazon Prime Video, while fans can listen to every ball of the series via Test Match Special on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
All the Call of Duty games in order - Complete series list
From the Second World War to the future and everywhere else in between, here's how to play the Call of Duty games in release or timeline order.
It's only been 22 years since Call of Duty first launched, but in this time we've been back to WWII and forward to a high-tech future. With new games in the series arriving all the time, CoD has solidified its status as one of, if not the biggest shooter out there. If you're thinking of taking a trip back through CoD history, but don't know which order the games all came out in, we've got you covered. And if you're looking to play them all in timeline order, we've got you covered there, too! Going through all the games will take you around 130 to 170 hours, which is still less time than it would take you to 100% Baldur's Gate 3, so you had better hop to it. Here's a full list of every Call of Duty game in both release date order and story order. How to play the Call of Duty games in release order Of course, the story-following timeline order isn't the only way in which you could play through the Call of Duty games. If you want to play the CoD games in the order they came out, this is the order you'll want to follow: Call of Duty (2003) Call of Duty: United Offensive (2004) Call of Duty: Finest Hour (2004) Call of Duty 2 (2005) Call of Duty 2: Big Red One (2005) Call of Duty 2 (Mobile) (2006) Call of Duty 3 (2006) Call of Duty 2 (Windows Mobile) (2007) Call of Duty: Roads to Victory (2007) Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007) Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Nintendo DS) (2007) Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Mobile) (2007) Call of Duty: World at War (2008) Call of Duty: World at War: Final Fronts (2008) Call of Duty: World at War (Nintendo DS) (2008) Call of Duty: World at War (Mobile) (2008) Call of Duty: Zombies (2009) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: Force Recon (2009) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized (2009) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Reflex Edition (2009) Call of Duty: Classic (2009) Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010) Call of Duty: Black Ops (Nintendo DS) (2010) Call of Duty: Black Ops Mobile (2010) Call of Duty: Black Ops Zombies (2011) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3: Defiance (2011) Call of Duty: Black Ops II (2012) Call of Duty: Black Ops: Declassified (2012) Call of Duty: Strike Team (2013) Call of Duty Online (2013) Call of Duty: Ghosts (2013) Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare (2014) Call of Duty: Heroes (2014) Call of Duty: Black Ops III (2015) Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare (2016) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered (2016) Call of Duty: WWII (2017) Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 (2018) Call of Duty: Mobile (2019) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) Call of Duty: Warzone (2020) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered (2020) Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War (2020) Call of Duty: Vanguard (2021) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (2022) Call of Duty: Warzone 2 (2022) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III (2023) Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (2024) Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (2025) How to play the Call of Duty games in timeline order If you want to play the Call of Duty games in an order that makes some kind of sense, the most coherent timeline to follow is that of real-life history. This isn't a perfect science, because some games span more than one era, but it's still a great way to play through the franchise. With that in mind, check out our recommended Call of Duty timeline order below. Call of Duty: WWII The first game in timeline order is WWII, which was released relatively recently in 2017. When we mentioned that some of these could be shuffled about, well the first entry is a good example of that as the game starts in 1940 - the earliest date in the COD timeline - but then moves on and takes place around 1944 - 1945. So while we have chosen to place it here, you can place it after World at War without it making a huge amount of difference. One advantage of starting here is that you can play zombie mode and wipe out Nazi zombies, which is every bit as fun as it sounds. Call of Duty: Finest Hour This is another game that jumps about in the timeline, but going by its earliest point, we have chosen to place it here. American, British, and Soviet soldiers all take centre stage in this one, which gives us three different campaigns in one game. Also, as a fun fact, this was the first game in the series to be made for consoles and it got a release on the original Xbox and the PlayStation 2. Call of Duty: World at War Kiefer Sutherland leads the voice cast in this World War II-based entry, which remains one of the highlights of the franchise even all these years on. This one is set in Pacific Theatre against the Imperial Japanese, and it is an epic campaign that still holds up to play today. Also, this was the first game to give us zombie mode, a reason in itself to name-check this game as one of the Call of Duty greats. Call of Duty 2 Again, we'll go by the earliest date shown in the game to decide its place, which is 1942. The sequel to the original game, Call of Duty 2 upped the ante and gave us four different lead characters of different nationalities, all with an eye on freeing the world from the evil Nazi regime. Call of Duty Now we go right back to the beginning with the original Call of Duty game that was first released in 2003. You get three different campaigns in this one, with British, Russian and American soldiers leading each one. The stories run from 1942 to 1944, but as with every other game we are going with the earliest date, so 1942 puts it here on our list - just after the game that followed it to keep us all on our toes. Call of Duty 3 Yet another game set in World War 2, this one at least makes it easier to place as it does not span multiple years. So we can pop it here with no aside complicating things. Call of Duty 3 takes place around the events of Operation Cobra, which involved the Allies battling their way out of Normandy. Call of Duty: Big Red One Taking place around 1944, this is a must-play game for fans of the hit mini-series Band of Brothers (if you haven't watched that, do yourself a favour and do so right now) as it features several members of the cast in its voice line up - including Michael Cudlitz and Richard Speight Jr. A real-life Army Infantry Division was called the Big Red One, if you were wondering where the game got its name from. Call of Duty: Vanguard Set near the closing days of World War II's European theatre in 1945, Vanguard's campaign also features numerous flashbacks that take place from 1941 to 1944. It revolves around five different soldier stories across the North Africa Campaign, Eastern Front, Western Front and Pacific War that led to the creation of Task Force One. Call of Duty: Black Ops Onto the hugely successful and popular Black Ops series now and we skip forward quite a few years to the Cold War era, starting in 1961. The story runs through to 1968, so it covers a lot of the decade. You play as Alex Mason who is part of the US black operations unit - or SOG as it is otherwise known. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War The most recent game in the series in terms of release, Cold War is set... well it's set in the Cold War funnily enough! Timing-wise, it is an '80s-centric game and the story involves the "pursuit of the alleged Soviet spy Perseus, whose stated goal is to subvert the United States and tilt the balance of power toward the Soviet Union". Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 One of the "easiest" games to complete on the brutal veteran difficulty, Black Ops 2 is where things get a tad more complicated in terms of when it takes place. This one switches between a 1960s setting like the original Black Ops and also takes place in the future (although 2025 is not as futuristic now). It also features many new additions to the gameplay that would become commonplace in the games set in the future. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 The newest Call of Duty takes place in the '90s as two rogue operatives embark on a mission to replace the deputy director of the CIA. As always, there's plenty of multiplayer action here, but this game also features some of the most daring and experimental missions we've ever seen in a CoD campaign. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007) One of the most popular games in the history of Call of Duty, Modern Warfare had a remaster a few years back so you can play it with improved graphics and gameplay - or just stick to the original version which still holds up to play now. This was the first game in the series, in release order, to move away from World War 2 and it came at the right time as this felt like the reinvigoration that the games needed at this point. Timing-wise, it mostly takes place in 2011 (despite coming out in 2007). Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) Following the massive success of the first game in the newly named series, 2009's Modern Warfare 2 did not disappoint when we all got to play it. This was one of the most "action movie"-like games in the franchise with Russians invading the USA and some memorable fights, including an invasion of the White House. Of all the games that Call of Duty has given us, this one is among the most replayable. It's set in 2016, just in case you were wondering. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) The excellent original Modern Warfare trilogy drew to a close with this game, and it certainly went out in style! Captain Price and Soap MacTavish return for the third story and it wastes little time in picking up exactly where the second game left off. So play these back to back and experience one heck of an adventure. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) The 2019-released Modern Warfare starts with General Barkov’s invasion of Urzikstan in 1999 - but things soon change and the setting moves to 2019 for the rest of the campaign. While technically a reboot, and therefore not strictly part of the continuity of the other Modern Warfare games, this is the only logical place to put the game. Think of it as another timeline like the multiverse. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2022) Modern Warfare 2 continues on from its predecessor, picking up a few years later than the original version in 2022. The single-player narrative covers the events of special operations unit Task Force 141 and Mexican Special Forces unit Los Vaqueros as they attempt to track down Hassan Zyani, a known terrorist who is in possession of American-made ballistic missiles. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) Modern Warfare 3 serves as a direct sequel to Modern Warfare 2 (2022), again following Task Force 141 as they attempt to thwart a global threat. The cast is made up of Captain John Price, Sergeant John "Soap" MacTavish, Lieutenant Simon "Ghost" Riley and Sergeant Kyle "Gaz" Garrick, along with the return of fan favourite villain Vladimir Makarov - who serves as the main antagonist. Call of Duty: Ghosts A coalition of South American nations is the threat to the US this time around, in a game that starts in 2017 and has a story that stretches across to around 2027. And Ghosts has perhaps one of the most bombastic starts to any of the games on this list. Several cities in the southwestern United States are wiped off the map as the story begins, destroyed by a superweapon in space that goes by the mighty name of Odin. After that occurs we skip ahead 10 years to play the rest. A large portion of Black Ops 2 that takes place in 2025 happens here, so if you wanted to move that game to this point in the list then that's certainly a valid choice. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 The most recent release in the series, CoD BO7, is set in 2035, meaning that it slots into the timeline right about here. We won’t say much about the story for fear of spoilers, but expect sci-fi fare that will have you questioning reality itself. Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 The Black Ops stories continue, but this time we go further into the future as the game is set in 2043. Researcher Savannah Mason-Meyer takes the lead here and she trains elite soldiers via a virtual simulation to get them ready to deal with a major threat that is on the way. Disappointingly, and controversially, this game does not have a regular single-player campaign and instead focuses on a Specialist HQ training mission, Battle Royale and zombies. These are all good fun, but not having a campaign makes it one that you may want to skip if you are only interested in the single-player experience. Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare We jump further ahead in time now to 2054, and it is at this point that things went very futuristic, something that many long-term fans of the series were not overly thrilled about. It is easy to see why - while the series had strayed from being a grounded military game many times before, now we have cloaking, hoverbikes and exoskeletons! It is still a ton of fun though, with some memorable moments - but it's no surprise that it wasn't long before the franchise started looking to the past again. Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 2065 is the setting for Black Ops 3 and the futuristic aspects of the game were really dialled up for this one, further alienating some players who were longing to get back to a more grounded version of the franchise. Military robotics in a dark twisted future is the name of the game here and the story covers five years, finishing in 2070. Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare And all this brings us to 2016's Infinite Warfare. The game takes place around 2080 (ish), so the furthest in the future by at least 10 years and you play as Captain Nick Reyes. Reyes is a Tier 1 Special Operations pilot and he leads his forces against the enemy - in space! Earth here is not as we know it and resources are depleting quicker than ever while the solar system is being explored to find replacements. We'll try not to worry that, in the eyes of the developers, we'll all be nearing extinction within 60 years. We'll be sure to update this list when more Call of Duty games are released. Until then, you should find plenty to keep you busy in the franchise... 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Fallout 4 quests: Full list of main chapters and side missions
A full breakdown of Fallout 4’s enormous list of story and side missions.
Bethesda has put out some beefy games over the years, and Fallout 4 is certainly up there thanks to its seemingly endless series of missions and quests. Spanning everything from taking down squads of raiders and recovering stolen tech to rescuing a cat, the wastelands of the Commonwealth are positively littered with things to do. With the new Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition's release – and so long to go until either The Elder Scrolls 6 or Fallout 5 – it's the perfect time to jump back into this bizarro post-apocalyptic world. So, to help you out on your gargantuan journey, we've put together a full list of all the Fallout 4 main missions and side quests! How many main quests are in Fallout 4? There are 12 main quests in Fallout 4. The game is split into a prologue and three separate acts. It is estimated that the story alone will take players around 27 hours to complete, according to HowLongToBeat. However, if you’ve ever played a role-playing game before, then you will know that there are enough side quests, oddball characters and intriguing locations to keep you distracted from finishing the main missions swiftly, so for a 100 per cent completion score it will take much longer. Full list of Fallout 4 main quests Read on for the full list of Fallout 4’s main story quests. Prologue War Never Changes Act One Out of Time Jewel of the Commonwealth Unlikely Valentine Getting a Clue Reunions Act Two Dangerous Minds The Glowing Sea Hunter/Hunted The Molecular Level Institutionalised Act Three Depending on how you choose to deal with The Institute at the end of the game, you will take on The Nuclear Option or The Nuclear Family quest. View Green Video on the source website Full list of Fallout 4 side missions If you are seeking to complete every aspect of Fallout 4, including its enormous selection of side missions, then it is estimated that you will need around 200 hours. The side quests are split into several different categories, so read on for a full breakdown. Faction missions Primary quests for The Minutemen: When Freedom Calls The First Step Taking Independence Old Guns Inside Job Form Ranks Defend the Castle The Nuclear Option With Our Powers Combined Out of the Fire Returning the Favour Sanctuary Troubled Waters The Sight There are also a further 16 quests based around a radiant settlement. Primary and side quests for The Brotherhood of Steel: Reveille Fire Support Call to Arms Semper Invicta Shadow of Steel Tour of Duty Show No Mercy From Within Outside the Wire Liberty Reprimed Blind Betrayal Tactical Thinking Spoils of War Ad Victorian The Nuclear Option A New Dawn A Loose End (side quest) Duty of Dishonour (side quest) The Lost Patrol (side quest) There are also a further five quests based around a radiant location. Primary and side quests for The Railroad: Road to Freedom Tradecraft Underground Undercover Precipice of War Rockets’ Red Glare The Nuclear Option Boston After Dark (side quest) Mercer Safehouse (side quest) Burning Cover (side quest) Butcher’s Bill (side quest) Butcher’s Bill 2 (side quest) Memory Interrupted (side quest) Operation Ticonderoga (side quest) To the Mattresses (side quest) Randolph Safehouse (side quest) There are also a further seven quests based around a radiant location. Primary and side quests for The Institute: Synth Retention The Battle of Bunker Hill Mankind Redefined Mass Fusion Pinned Powering Up End of the Line Airship Down Nuclear Family A House Divided (side quest) Building a Better Crop (side quest) Plugging a Leak (side quest) There are also a further five quests based around a radiant location. Non-faction side missions Banished from The Institute Cambridge Polymer Labs Confidence Man Curtain Call Dependency Diamond City Blues Emogene Takes a Lover Here Kitty, Here Here There Be Monsters Hole in the Wall Human Error In Sheep’s Clothing Kid in a Fridge Last Voyage of the USS Constitution Mystery Meat Order Up Out in Left Field Painting the Town Pickman’s Gift Public Knowledge Pull the Plug Short Stories Special Delivery Story of the Century The Big Dig The Devil’s Due The Disappearing Act The Gilded Grasshopper The Marowski Heist The Memory Den The Secret of Cabot House The Silver Shroud Trouble Brewin’ Vault 75 Vault 81 Art Appreciation Atom Cats Botany Class The Combat Zone Detective Case Files Diamond City’s Most Wanted Fallen Hero Find the Treasures of Jamaica Plain Fly Fishing Giddyip ‘n Go Greet the Dog Gun Run Hazardous Material Help Defend Home Plate MacCready for Action Meet Ness at the Crash Site Message in a Bottle - Trapped for Days Message in a Bottle - Predator Becomes Prey Message in a Bottle - Not Going Well Message in a Bottle - Need a Hand Message in a Bottle - Difficult to Kill Message in a Bottle - X Marks the Spot Nuca Cola Needs Pool Cleaning Prep School Recruiting Hancock Galleria The Cleaner Traffic Jam Vault 81 Tour Virgil’s Cure A Pillar of the Community Bill Sutton Brother Against Brother Familar Faces Fertiliser Woman Holly Lucy Abernathy Maintenance Man Quality Assurance Supervisor Brown Supervisor Green Wedding Day Benign Intervention (tasked by companion Cait) Emergent Behaviour (tasked by companion Curie) Long Road Ahead (tasked by companion MacCready) Long Time Coming (tasked by companion Nick Valentine) View Affiliate Playlist on the source website DLC/Expansion missions Missions from the Automatron DLC: Mechanical Menace A New Threat Headhunting Restoring Order Rogue Robot (radiant quest) Missions from the Far Harbor DLC: Far From Home Walk in the Park Where You Belong Best Left Forgotten The Way Life Should Be Cleansing the Land Reformation Close to Home Brain Dead Shipbreaker Condensers Down (radiant) Deadliest Catch (radiant) Super Mutants in the Fog (radiant) Trapper Attack (radiant) Acadian Ideals Data Recovery The Arrival The Price of Memory Hunting the Hunter Ablutions The Heretic Visions in the Fog What Atom Requires The Trial of Brother Devin Witch Hunt Blood Tide Hull Breach Hull Breach 2 Hull Breach 3 Living on the Edge Rite of Passage Safe Passage The Changing Tide The Great Hunt The Hold Out Turn Back the Fog Forbidden Knowledge Search and Destroy Missions from Vault-Tec Workshop: Vault-Tec Calling Better Living Underground A Model Citizen Explore Vault 88 Power to the People The Watering Hole Vision of the Future Lady Luck Overseer’s Most Wanted Missions from Nuka-World: All Aboard Taken for a Ride An Ambitious Plan The Grand Tour A Magical Kingdom A World of Refreshment High Noon at the Gulch Safari Adventure Star Control Home Sweet Home Power Play Amoral Combat Cappy in a Haystack Open Season Precious Medals Trip to the Stars There are also a further 13 radiant missions to complete. 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Fallout 4 cheats: Best console commands and how to use cheat codes
With the Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition celebrating the game's 10-year anniversary, there has never been a better time to jump back in. But if you're finding the gameplay a little stale in comparison to your first runs (or even the show), then you might want to spice things up with some Fallout 4 cheats. Thanks to console commands, you can do anything from using God Mode to become invincible to spawning a Fat Man to quite literally nuke anything in your path. We still have years to go until Fallout 5, so cheats are one of the simplest and best ways to get a bit more mileage out of the game until then. So, if you're after some nifty Fallout 4 cheats, you can read on for the full list of console commands and how to use them! Fallout 4 cheats: How to use console commands To activate Fallout 4 cheats, you’ll need to type in console commands. To use console commands, you need to press the grave key (`) – the key directly below Esc – if you’re playing on a standard British English keyboard. If you’re using an American English keyboard, meanwhile, you’ll press the tilde key (~). Pressing the key directly below Esc on your keyboard should open up the 'developer console screen'. Once this is open, you’ll need to type in the console command of the cheat you wish to use and press the Enter key to activate the cheat. The console commands aren’t case-sensitive. Don’t include any brackets (or what’s within), either - we’ve added those in for console command cheats such as to denote when to enter a Quest ID, item number or anything else that lets you choose from a list of specific things. So, for a console command such as coc (cell ID) below, enter coc 00001E45 (as an example) to teleport to Diamond City Radio. Read more on Fallout: Fallout games in order - best place to start Best Fallout 4 mods - and how to use them When is Fallout 4 set? Timeline explained Is Fallout 76 cross-platform? How to get Fallout 76 free - Prime Gaming deal Fallout: New Vegas cheats Fallout: New Vegas explained - how will TV address it? Fallout London release date - latest news Will there be a Fallout 3 Remastered? What we know Fallout 3 cheats Fallout 5 release date speculation Fallout 4 next-gen update - key details Fallout season 2 - will the TV show continue? Fallout 4 cheat codes: Best ones to try out Just before we reveal the full list of cheats in Fallout 4, we've rounded up a selection of our favourites if you're looking for something fast and fun. See below for our picks: coc qasmoke – Teleport to a room filled with boxes that contain every item in the game killall – Instantly kill everyone in the nearby area. Any character considered too vital to die (including your companions) won’t be killed, but will need reviving with a stimpack setav CA_affinity (number) – Set your companion's Affinity Level to a number of your choosing showbartermenu – Lets you barter with NPCs tgm – Turn on God Mode to become invincible and unlock unlimited ammo, carrying capacity and Action Points tim – Immortal Mode (lets you take damage but you can’t die) ts – Toggles sky display on or off Fallout 4 cheat codes: Console commands The list of the best Fallout 4 cheats and console commands is as follows: advancepcskill (advskill) – Move up a point on whatever skill you like bat (filename) – Completes a specified list of commands that are located in a .txt file callfunction "actor.switchtopowerarmor" – Order NPCs out of your power armour caqs – Complete the main story quests cgf "game.addperkpoints" (number) – Add a number of perk points of your choosing cgf "game.rewardplayerxp" (number) – Earn a number of experience points that you desire cl – Turns on or edits the rim lighting used on character models cl on for on cl off for off cl rim float to edit the amount of character lighting (default is 0.02) coc (Cell ID) – Teleport to a specific area. Cell IDs can be found on the Fallout Wiki coc qasmoke – Teleport to a room filled with boxes that contain every item in the game completeallobjectives (Quest ID) – Instantly complete all current objectives in a quest. Quest IDs can be found on the Fallout Wiki completequest (Quest ID) – Complete a quest of your choosing csb – Removes blood splatter, dust from explosions and other screen effects fov (first person FOV) (third person FOV) – Change the field of view. Set to 0 for the default field of view (NPC ID) or player.getav (character variable) – Brings up a list of character variables getav CA_affinity – Get your current companion’s affinity level getgs (string) – Show game settings values gr – Enable, disable or edit God-Ray frp – Forces the selected NPC onto a new path help (item name) (0-4) – Searches items, characters, commands and more (use to find item IDs, enemy and character IDs) hlp (espname) – Hotload Plugin. Used after and edit and save of the esp in CK or FO4Edit. This allows immediate testing of edits without the need to exit the game and reload. Prior to saving the ESP, you must first run FCF in game (as per the Fallout Wiki) fcf – Force close files. Closes all masters and plugins, releasing the file handle to the esp so that it can be saved to CK or FO4Edit. See HLP above kah – Kill every hostile enemy in the nearby area kill (NPC ID) – Instantly kill an NPC or creature of your choosing, wherever they are on the map. You can also click on the NPC when the developer console screen is open and type in kill to instantly kill that particular enemy or character killall – Instantly kill everyone in the nearby area. Any character considered too vital to die (including your companions) won’t be killed, but will need reviving with a stimpack load (filename) – Load the save file of your choosing modav CA_affinity (number) – Modify your companion’s Affinity Level moveto player (NPC ID) – Teleports an NPC of your choosing to you movetoqt (Quest ID) – Teleports you to the quest of your choice player.additem (item ID) (amount) – Add an item to your inventory Find an item ID by opening the developer console screen and clicking on the item in-game player.addItem 001EC66A 1 – Adds one of each type of shipment into your inventory You can also add items into your companion’s inventory by using their character ID instead of player (find it by clicking on them while the console screen is open) player.additem 0000000a (number) – Add as many bobbypins to your character as you like player.additem 0000000f (number) – Add as many bottlecaps to your character as you like player.addperk (Perk ID) – Add a perk of your choosing. Find the Perk IDs on the Fallout Wiki (NPC ID) or player.addtofaction (faction id) (0 or 1) – Add yourself or a chosen character to a faction. Find faction IDs on the Fallout Wiki player.forceav (character value) – Force a value such as carry weight or any other stat player.modav (skill) (number) – Boost a skill by an amount of your choosing player.moveto (NPC or item ID) – Move to the chosen item or NPC (NPC ID) or player.removefromfaction (faction id) – Remove yourself or the chosen NPC from a faction (NPC ID) or player.removefromallfactions – Removes you or the chosen NPC from all factions player.removeperk (Perk ID) – Remove a perk of your choosing player.resethealth – Resets your health player.setav speedmult (number) – Adds a multiplier to your movement speed player.setlevel (number) – Boost your character’s level to the number of your choosing player.setrace (Race ID) – Change your race, use player.setrace Human to reset (NPC ID).playidle editor_id – Make an NPC perform a specified idle qqq – Instantly quit the game recycleactor – Resets a character of your choosing (can even reset yourself) removefromallfactions – Removes the target from all factions resetAI – Reset a chosen NPC’s AI - use when an NPC character is being stupid resetquest (Quest ID) – Reset a quest of your choosing to replay it resurrect (NPC ID) – Works on all NPCs except those which are meant to be deadsave (filename) – Creates a save file with a name of your choosing screenshot – Take a screenshot scof (filename) – Writes console output to a specific file set timescale to (number) – Speed up or slow down time, default speed is 16 setally (faction id) (faction id) (0 or 1) (0 or 1) – Make two factions friendly (0) or allies (1) (NPC ID) or player.setav (character variable) – Set values for different variables including SPECIAL, skills, experience and more setav CA_affinity (number) – Set your companion's Affinity Level to a number of your choosing setcommandstate 1 – Can make NPCs or settlers do things outside a settlement setenemy (faction id) (faction id) (0 or 1) (0 or 1) – Make two factions either neutral (0) or enemies (1) with each other setessential (NPC Form ID) (0 or 1) – Set or remove unkillable (1) or killable status (0) on an NPC of your choosing (find an NPC’s Form ID under help) setgs fjumpfallheightmult (number) – Set your fall damage (0.1 is default) setgs fjumpheightmin (number) – Set how high you can jump, 90 is default setscale (number from 1 to 10) – Multiplies the physical scale of your selected target by the number specified. Works on yourself setstage (Quest ID) (Quest Stage number) – Move your current quest stage forward - good for getting past bugged areas if you encounter any. The Quest stage number should be 10, 10, 30, etc. sexchange (NPC ID) – Changes the sex of an NPC of your choosing Use player.sexchange to change your sex sgtm (multiplier) – Set a multiplier on the in-game time to speed things up or slow them down showbartermenu – Lets you barter with NPCs showspecialmenu – Edit your name and SPECIAL points slm (NPC ID or player) 1 – Edit your appearance (or that of an NPC) sqo (Quest ID) – Show all quest objectives (don’t input the Quest ID to see a full list of all quest objectives in the game) sqs (Quest ID) – Discover all the stages of a quest of your choosing sqt – Generate a list of quest targets (you can use this to find Quest IDs, too!) sqv (Quest ID) – Show all variables for a quest sucsm (number) – Change the speed of the free-flying camera: sucsm 10 for half speed sucsm 20 for default sucsm 40 for double speed View Affiliate Playlist on the source website tai (NPC ID) – Turns the chosen NPC’s AI off and causes them to freeze. Execute the tai console command without an NPC ID to make everyone freeze tb – Turns on cell borders (NPC ID).tc – Take control of an NPC. Use player.tc to remove control from the player character tcai – Turns NPC combat AI on or off. Use with an NPC ID to force a specific NPC out of combat tcl – You can turn collision off, meaning you can walk through walls tdetect – Turns off NPC detection so you can steal all of their stuff without any worries tfc – Make the camera free to move wherever you like in 3rd person view tfc 1 – This does the same as tfc above but also freezes all animations. If it’s screenshots you’re after, this is the cheat for you tfow – Turns on fog of war in local area tg – Turns on grass display tgm – Turn on God Mode to become invincible and unlock unlimited ammo, carrying capacity and Action Points tgp – Completely freezes the game (perfect for when you want to take screenshots) tim – Immortal Mode (lets you take damage but you can’t die) tll – Turns on distant LOD display tm – Hide all menus and UI - perfect if you’re after great screenshots tpc – Toggles pre-culling ts – Toggles sky display on or off twf – Turns on wire frame mode tws – Toggles water display on or off (only lasts a few seconds) unequipall – Unequip all items from the selected NPC You can find more details on how all of the Fallout 4 console commands and cheats work on the Fallout Wiki (along with even more specific codes). View Green Video on the source website Fallout 4 is available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows. 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John Lewis Christmas adverts ranked – and the winner is not who you'd expect
It's the most John Lewis-y time of the year, but which is its best advert of all time?
The nights are closing in and it's safe to say we're going to be spending a lot more time in front of the television, wrapped under a blanket. That also means we're about to watch a lot more advertisements from our favourite retailers as they vie for our custom over the busy festive period. One brand that always delivers a memorable advert is John Lewis, and the retailer pulls out all the stops every year to ensure customers remember their shop when it comes to buying presents for their loved ones. There's been 18 (yes, 18) adverts to date, ranging from the cute and cuddly to powerful tear-jerkers, and we at RadioTimes.com have taken it upon ourselves to rank them. So, while we wait for the next John Lewis Christmas advert, check out our ranking of all the previous entries below. Do you agree? 18. Shadows (2007) Cast your minds back 14 years and you might just remember Shadows. A sweet and snappy advert which showcased plenty of John Lewis's gift range in the form of silhouetting. Who would have thought a coffee machine and a feather boa could make a pretty convincing dog? Well, maybe Britain's Got Talent winners, Attraction... A far cry from the tear-jerking emotion-fests we're used to, but pretty punchy nevertheless. 17. The Feeling (2009) In at number 13, this is really the advert that started them all. This was the first to feature a dramatic cover while a cute sentimental scene played out on screen. This time, to the tune of Sweet Child o' Mine, kids open presents typically given to adults, prompting us all to "remember how Christmas used to feel". Ahh. 16. Clues (2008) Another one from the-before-times in at 12, with Clues, a cutesy advert with puns at the heart of it. With a cover of The Beatles' From Me to You at the heart of the advert, we met different characters and got a snapshot of their perfect presents – a tired man wanted a coffee machine, and so on. If only gifting really was that simple, eh? 15. Unexpected Guest (2021) During another difficult year for the UK, John Lewis knocked it out of the park with a sweet advert about friendship. An alien crash lands on Earth and makes friends with a young boy who teaches her all about Christmas, including showing her what a Christmas tree is. The advert's song was Together in Electric Dreams, and while incredibly sweet and quite different, it might not be the most memorable they've ever done. 14. Buster the Boxer (2016) Happy boxer dog Buster just wants to play. When he sees foxes and a badger among the myriad of animals playing on a young girl's trampoline she isn't allowed until Christmas Day, Buster has one thing on his mind. As she runs out to play on her new toy, she's beaten by the pup, who just wanted a bounce. Vaults provided a cover of One Day I'll Fly Away for this pretty cute advert. The only problem – not really the most festive, was it? And the poor girl had to wait even longer for her present. 13. The Boy & The Piano (2018) Look, we love Elton John as much as everyone else, so it was a real treat to see him appear on John Lewis's 2018 Christmas advert. But again, like our Buster above, it felt like more of an advert for Elt's autobiography (which is great, would recommend) or his latest single, than a festive ad. A cool advert with some really swish effect, just needed more Christmas, to be honest. 12. Give a Little Love (2020) After a tough year with the COVID pandemic, John Lewis brought an honest and thought-provoking message to screens, prompting everyone to "give a little love" with small acts of kindness. Celeste performed A Little Love on this sweet and understated advert, which was a true reflection of the time we were living in. John Lewis worked with many charities in the UK so profits from the tie-in range were spent wisely, and in-keeping with the lovely tone of the advert. 11. The Gifting Hour (2024) View oEmbed on the source website For the 2024 offering, John Lewis told a sweet story of two believable sisters, where one of whom is looking for the perfect gift for her sister. While she's struggling to find a present, our main character Sally finds a door behind a rack, which transports her back through memories of growing up with her sister. She looks at jewellery, clothes and more, just trying to find the perfect gift for her sibling, before she finally spots the right present. The advert ends as Sally gives her sister the perfect present after a lengthy search. The tagline is simple: “The secret to finding the perfect gift? Knowing where to look.” The lovely, relatable, family-based advert has a gorgeous acoustic rendition of The Verve's Sonnet by Richard Ashcroft. John Lewis also opened up a competition for viewers who could take to social media with their own covers of Sonnet, and the best would be played on Christmas Day in a special version of the ad. 10. Moz the Monster (2017) Elbow sing a beautiful version of The Beatles' Golden Slumbers for adorable Moz the Monster, which would most certainly win if we were ranking the songs. Big and bumbling Moz lives under a little boy's bed – he's afraid of the dark, but this friendly giant tells him exactly why he shouldn't be. While they have fun playing at night, it's not sustainable for the poor lad, who just wants to kip during the day. Thinking of what's best for him, Moz gifts a nightlight to his new friend and says goodbye, letting him get on with his life. Completely adorable, and a John Lewis classic, even if some did find Moz a bit scary. 9. A Tribute to Givers (2010) The one you'll all remember – at least for the song. Ellie Goulding's cover of Elton John rocketed up the charts when A Tribute to Givers was released, marking a whole new wave of touching John Lewis adverts. In this cute video, people prepare to give gifts to their loved ones, often struggling with wrapping tricky objects or conceal a rocking horse from two kids (Santa clearly couldn't carry that one...). This one reminded us all of the lengths we go to to give the perfect present – and the next advert on the list highlights just how special that feeling is. 8. The Long Wait (2011) As a follow on from A Tribute to Givers comes The Long Wait. You know the feeling – you've got your loved one the most perfect present, but you have to wait ages to give it to them. That's what happens to the little boy in this truly lovely advert which features Slow Moving Millie's cover of Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want. All the way through the ad, you think this is a little boy just waiting for Santa to come, but BAM! You get an emotional gut punch when it's revealed all he was really excited for was giving his hand-wrapped present to his parents. TOO. CUTE. 7. Snapper: The Perfect Tree (2023) View oEmbed on the source website Who would've thought a Venus flytrap would leave us with all the feels? That's the power of the John Lewis Christmas advert 2023. A young boy called Alfie plans on growing his own perfect Christmas tree after finding a kit on the market. But when it starts to sprout, he discovers it's not a usual Christmas tree – it's a carnivorous plant! Cue hilarity as Alfie adorably tries to dress up Snapper to look like a tree, much to the dismay of his family, who want to keep their traditions right. But in a genuinely heartbreaking scene, Snapper paws at the window, begging to be able to play with Alfie, even if he did try to eat their Pomeranian (we all make mistakes). Alfie and his family learn to embrace new traditions as they head outside to put some presents underneath Snapper for him to guard... until he eats them. Thankfully, he puts his recycling hat on and spits out the perfect gifts for the family while turning the packaging into a glorious and festive confetti-d scene. One big plus for the advert is actually a huge change for the retailer. Usually, they put out a cover of a well-known song with a popular artist performing it, but this year they went for an original composition, performed epically by none other than Andrea Bocelli. Though Snapper isn't as memorable as perhaps Edgar or Monty as a character, he has plenty of heart. And just because he's a Venus flytrap that might eat your family pet if he grows big enough, we love him all the same. 6. Excitable Edgar (2019) Set in Ye Olde times, Edgar just can't wait for Christmas, but the only issue is he blows flames when he's happy. The advert, set to Bastille's cover of Can't Fight This Feeling, shows the village fed up with the adorable dragon who's always (accidentally) ruining the fun until his little friend Ava finds the perfect gift that always needs a flame – a Christmas pudding. Funny, witty and downright sickly sweet, this is one to remember. 5. The Bear and the Hare (2013) We guarantee with just the title alone you know exactly which advert I'm talking about. Set to Lily Allen's famous cover of Keane's Somewhere Only We Know, The Bear and the Hare tells the tale of winter wildlife in charming 2D animation. A bear heads on hibernation, missing all the festive fun, until a thoughtful rabbit buys him an alarm clock, so he can enjoy Christmas with all his friends from the forest. Simple, beautifully-made, and catchy, The Bear and the Hare set the precedent for Christmas adverts across the land – but none have ever matched this masterpiece. 4. The Beginner (2022) View oEmbed on the source website John Lewis's 2022 Christmas advert features the touching story of a foster dad who goes out of his way for his new child coming. Ellie loves to skateboard so the middle-aged man takes it upon himself to learn the art and though he suffers a few bumps and scrapes along the way, manages to acquire a few skills just in time for the teenager to arrive. The advert shows that a little goes a long way while also highlighting the incredibly important issue of vulnerable children in care. Moving and poignant, John Lewis' 2022 advert is understated and packs a powerful punch. Read more: Best Christmas adverts 2023: From John Lewis to M&S and Asda John Lewis Christmas advert 2023: Meet Snapper the flytrap John Lewis launches Christmas advert starring Snapper the Venus flytrap 3. The Journey (2012) Gabrielle Aplin covered The Power of Love and was actually the first of the retailer's soundtrack songs to head to number one in the UK charts. The premise was glorious and ambitious: a snowman travelled across mountains, rivers and UK high streets to find his snow(wo)man the perfect gift – a hat and scarf set. Now, we're not sure personally how helpful the gift was, but you can't blame a man for trying. Nevertheless, this certainly got the nation talking as we all wished our partners were as good at buying gifts as a – *checks notes* – snowman. 2. The Man on the Moon (2015) View oEmbed on the source website Norwegian singer Aurora covered Oasis hit Half the World Away for this emotional and powerful offering. A young girl spots an old man living on the moon by himself and tries her best to get his attention. She eventually wins by sending him a telescope via balloons so he can watch Christmas from his home. John Lewis teamed up with Age UK to raise awareness of loneliness at Christmas among the elderly, while also raising much needed funds for the charity. This was – and still is – a true tearjerker with the most important Christmas message at the heart of it: "Show someone they're loved this Christmas." 1. Monty the Penguin (2014) View oEmbed on the source website I dare you not to melt completely after watching Monty the Penguin. Little boy Sam and his penguin pal Monty do everything together, but the latter feels there's something missing, especially when it hits Christmas time. He just wants a lover. Sam surprises him on Christmas morning with a girlfriend, as Tom Odell hits the crescendo of Real Love, but the actual twist comes just moments later as you realise Monty and his new lover are just Sam's toys – and that's the real love. (We're not crying, you are.) The advert was so successful it spawned a thousand memes (many of which are simply too rude to share here) and turned Monty the Penguin into a household name, starting the beginning of John Lewis's popular character-based offerings. Truly one of a kind and so innovative, it was always going to be number one. Visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
GTA 5 cheats: Full list of cheat codes for Xbox, PS5, PS4 and PC
Have more fun with these GTA 5 cheat codes on Xbox, PC, PS4 and PS5.
As much as we wish it were so, there is no cheat code to bring forward GTA 6, but there are plenty of GTA 5 cheat codes for Xbox, PS5, PS4 and PC. Said cheats can help stretch a little more fun out of the latest Grand Theft Auto, which came out a whopping 12 years ago in 2023. Time flies, and so can you with some GTA 5 cheats! Given GTA 5's vintage, we reckon it's not a gaming faux pas to indulge in some cheating. But, if cheats don't break the game quite enough for you, there is a whole world of GTA 5 mods to explore, which can change the game entirely into things such as GTA RP, a project which developers Rockstar have taken under its wing. If a game from 2013 is a little too cutting edge for your sensibilities, we also have cheat codes for other GTA games, namely GTA 3, GTA 4 and GTA San Andreas. But, without further ado, let's get to those Grand Theft Auto 5 cheat codes! Best GTA 5 cheat codes Our favourite GTA 5 cheat code is 1-999-BUZZOFF, which spawns a Buzzard attack chopper. Armed with miniguns and rocket pads, it's one of the best ways to cause chaos and have some mindless fun in the world. However, the best GTA 5 cheats to keep on hand are those focused on your health, weapons, and wanted levels. Regardless of the platform, bring up the phone number and enter the listed number of your cheat of choice. These are the cheat codes you'll want to know about: 1-999-887-853 [1-999-TURTLE] – Max Health and Armour 1-999-866-587 [1-999-TOOLUP] – Weapons and Ammo cheat 1-999-3844-8483 [1-999-FUGITIVE] – Raise Wanted Level 1-999-5299-3787 [1-999-LAWYERUP] – Lower Wanted Level 1-999-759-3483 [1-999-SKYDIVE] – Parachute cheat These cheats guarantee players don't run out of health, ammo, armour or weapons, and can keep those pesky cops away when they take offence to you eliminating half the population of Los Santos – or will even let players goad them into a high-stakes chase, just to demonstrate their immense power. A GTA money cheat would definitely make it into this list, but you'll need to find other ways to make money in GTA 5 as Rockstar hasn't added any money cheats. Stuck in a tight spot? These are also some handy ones to keep close: 1-999-727-4348 [1-999-RAPIDGT] - Spawn a sports car 1-999-762-538 [1-999-ROCKET] - Spawn a motorbike 1-999-2899-633 [1-999-BUZZOFF] - Spawn a helicopter 1-999-332-3393 [1-999-DEADEYE] - Gain slow-motion aim 1-999-7246-545-537 [1-999-PAINKILLER] - Become invincible If these didn't quite cut it for you, check out every GTA 5 cheat code you could imagine below. Jump to: How to use GTA 5 cheat codes GTA 5 cheat codes on Xbox 360, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S GTA 5 cheat codes on PC GTA 5 cheat codes on PS3, PS4 and PS5 Is there a GTA 5 money cheat? How to use GTA 5 cheat codes While most GTA games allow players to type in a cheat code while the character walks around, GTA 5 has a few different ideas to mix up that formula. Depending on the platform, here's how to use GTA 5 cheat codes: On Xbox, PC or PlayStation, input the code on the controller at any time while wandering around the game world. On PC, press one keyboard button (¬ in the UK or ~ in the USA) and then type in the cheat code. On Xbox, PC or PlayStation, enter cheat codes on the in-game phone. Press up on the D-pad to bring up the phone, then enter the unique code. Activate the Black Cellphone cheat by dialling 1-999-367-3767, for example. This will cause a random explosion somewhere overhead, change the phone's colour, and make it a touch bigger than normal. View oEmbed on the source website GTA 5 Xbox cheats For those looking to use GTA cheat codes on Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, here are all the button combos players will need to activate GTA 5 cheats. Invincibility: RIGHT, A, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, RB, RIGHT, LEFT, A, Y Max Health and Armor: B, LB, Y, RT, A, X, B, RIGHT, X, LB, LB, LB Raise Wanted Level: RB, RB, B, RT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT Lower Wanted Level: RB, RB, B, RT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT Fast Run: Y, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, LT, LB, X Fast Swim: LEFT LEFT LB RIGHT RIGHT RT LEFT LT RIGHT Recharge Ability: A, A, X, RB, LB, A, RIGHT, LEFT, A Give Parachute: LEFT, RIGHT, LB, LT, RB, RT, RT, LEFT, LEFT, RIGHT, LB Skyfall: LB, LT, RB, RT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LB, LT, RB, RT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT Explosive Melee: RIGHT, LEFT, A, Y, RB, B, B, B, LT Explosive Bullets: RIGHT, X, A, LEFT, RB, RT, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, LB, LB, LB Flaming Bullets: LB, RB, X, RB, LEFT, RT, RB, LEFT, X, RIGHT, LB, LB Slow Motion Aim: X, LT, RB, Y, LEFT, X, LT, RIGHT, A Drunk Mode: Y, RIGHT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, X, B, LEFT Weapons: Y, RT, LEFT, LB, A, RIGHT, Y, DOWN, X, LB, LB, LB Super Jump: LEFT, LEFT, Y, Y, RIGHT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, X, RB, RT Moon Gravity: LEFT, LEFT, LB, RB, LB, RIGHT, LEFT, LB, LEFT Change Weather: RT, A, LB, LB, LT, LT, LT, X Slidey Cars: Y, RB, RB, LEFT, RB, LB, RT, LB Slow Motion: Y, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, X, RT, RB Spawn Buzzard: B, B, LB, B, B, B, LB, LT, RB, Y, B, Y Spawn Comet: RB, B, RT, RIGHT, LB, LT, A, A, X, RB Spawn Sanchez: B, A, LB, B, B, LB, B, RB, RT, LT, LB, LB Spawn Trashmaster: B, RB, B, RB, LEFT, LEFT, RB, LB, B, RIGHT Spawn Limo: RT, RIGHT, LT, LEFT, LEFT, RB, LB, B, RIGHT Spawn Stunt Plane: B, RIGHT, LB, LT, LEFT, RB, LB, LB, LEFT, LEFT, A, Y Spawn Caddy: B, LB, LEFT, RB, LT, A, RB, LB, B, A Spawn Rapid GT: RT, LB, B, RIGHT, LB, RB, RIGHT, LEFT, B, RT Spawn Duster: RIGHT, LEFT, RB, RB, RB, LEFT, Y, Y, A, B, LB, LB Spawn PCJ-600: RB, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, RT, LEFT, RIGHT, X, RIGHT, LT, LB, LB Spawn BMX: LEFT, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, X, B, Y, RB, RT Read more: GTA 6 could cause delays to live-service game updates, as release date still remains up in the air GTA 6 release date absence explained by Take-Two CEO as fans clamour for news Full list of GTA Vice City cheat codes Full list of GTA San Andreas cheat codes Full list of GTA 3 cheat codes Full list of GTA 4 cheat codes Fastest car in GTA 5 - how to get it GTA 5 voice actors - the full cast GTA 5 PC cheat codes Players need to type a word in to use a GTA 5 cheat code on PC - maybe it'll be the same if we get GTA 6 on PC too. Here are the question words for those playing the game on Steam, Epic Games Store or the Rockstar Launcher. Director Mode: JRTALENT Super Jump: HOPTOIT Flaming Bullets: INCENDIARY Explosive Melee Attack: HOTHANDS Explosive Bullet: HIGHEX Give Parachute: SKYDIVE Moon Gravity: FLOATER Drunk Mode: LIQUOR Recharge Ability: POWERUP Slow Motion: SLOWMO Skyfall: SKYFALL Spawn BMX: BANDIT Spawn Comet: COMET Spawn PCJ-600 Motorcycle: ROCKET Spawn Sanchez Dirt Bike: OFFROAD Spawn Rapid GT: RAPIDGT Spawn Limo: VINEWOOD Spawn Trashmaster: TRASHED Spawn Buzzard Attack Helicopter: BUZZOFF Spawn Stunt Plane: BARNSTORM Slow Motion Aiming (enter 3 times for full effect): DEADEYE Invincibility: PAINKILLER Slow Down Gameplay: SLOWMO Max Health & Armor: TURTLE Fast Run: CATCHME Fast Swim: GOTGILLS Raise Wanted Level: FUGITIVE Lower Wanted Level: LAWYERUP Change Weather: MAKEITRAIN Slippery Cars Drifting: SNOWDAY GTA 5 PlayStation cheat codes If you want to bend the rules on PS3, PS4, or PS5, these GTA 5 cheat codes will show you how to do it. Invincibility: RIGHT, X, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, R1, RIGHT, LEFT, X, TRIANGLE Max Health and Armor: CIRCLE, L1, TRIANGLE, R2, X, SQUARE, CIRCLE, RIGHT, SQUARE, L1, L1, L1 Give Weapons: TRIANGLE, R2, LEFT, L1, X, RIGHT, TRIANGLE, DOWN, SQUARE, L1, L1, L1 Super Jump: LEFT, LEFT, TRIANGLE, TRIANGLE, RIGHT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, SQUARE, R1, R2 Moon Gravity: LEFT, LEFT, L1, R1, L1, RIGHT, LEFT, L1, LEFT Raise Wanted Level: R1, R1, CIRCLE, R2, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT Lower Wanted Level: R1, R1, CIRCLE, R2, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT Fast Run: TRIANGLE, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, L2, L1, SQUARE Fast Swim: LEFT, LEFT, L1, RIGHT, RIGHT, R2, LEFT, L2, RIGHT Recharge Ability: X, X, SQUARE, R1, L1, X, RIGHT, LEFT, X Give Parachute: LEFT, RIGHT, L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, LEFT, LEFT, RIGHT, L1 Explosive Melee Attacks: RIGHT, LEFT, X, TRIANGLE, R1, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, L2 Bang Bang (Explosive Bullets): RIGHT, SQUARE, X, LEFT, R1, R2, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, L1, L1, L1 Flaming Bullets: L1, R1, SQUARE, R1, LEFT, R2, R1, LEFT, SQUARE, RIGHT, L1, L1 Slow Motion Aim: SQUARE, L2, R1, TRIANGLE, LEFT, SQUARE, L2, RIGHT, X Drunk Mode: TRIANGLE, RIGHT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, SQUARE, CIRCLE, LEFT Slidey Cars: TRIANGLE, R1, R1, LEFT, R1, L1, R2, L1 Slow Motion: TRIANGLE, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, SQUARE, R2, R1 Spawn Buzzard Attack Helicopter: CIRCLE, CIRCLE, L1, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, L1, L2, R1, TRIANGLE, CIRCLE, TRIANGLE Spawn Comet: R1, CIRCLE, R2, RIGHT, L1, L2, X, X, SQUARE, R1 Spawn Sanchez: CIRCLE, X, L1, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, L1, CIRCLE, R1, R2, L2, L1, L1 Spawn Trashmaster: CIRCLE, R1, CIRCLE, R1, LEFT, LEFT, R1, L1, CIRCLE, RIGHT Spawn Limo: R2, RIGHT, L2, LEFT, LEFT, R1, L1, CIRCLE, RIGHT Spawn Stunt Plane: CIRCLE, RIGHT, L1, L2, LEFT, R1, L1, L1, LEFT, LEFT, X, TRIANGLE Spawn Caddy: CIRCLE, L1, LEFT, R1, L2, X, R1, L1, CIRCLE, X Spawn Rapid GT: R2, L1, CIRCLE, RIGHT, L1, R1, RIGHT, LEFT, CIRCLE, R2 Spawn Duster: RIGHT, LEFT, R1, R1, R1, LEFT, TRIANGLE, TRIANGLE, X, CIRCLE, L1, L1 Spawn PCJ-600: MotorcycleR1, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, R2, LEFT, RIGHT, SQUARE, RIGHT, L2, L1, L1 Spawn BMX: LEFT, LEFT, RIGHT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, SQUARE, CIRCLE, TRIANGLE, R1, R2 Is there a GTA 5 money cheat? There's no money cheat code in GTA 5. The developers from Rockstar like players to have some fun with cheating, but they have not provided a way to make a ton of free cash, which is not in the least bit surprising. This applies to both single-player and multiplayer, with no GTA money cheat available for either. While that makes sense for GTA Online considering that's the big incentive for the mode and players are competing against each other, it's surprising not to see unlimited money in single-player. Previous games like San Andreas featured a cheat code to unlock $250,000, which could then be repeated endlessly. If Rockstar decides to roll out a money cheat, we'll make sure to update this piece. In the meantime, there is an infinite money hack workaround that is worth trying out to get some extra cash. Check out this video courtesy of IGN for the details below: View oEmbed on the source website Grand Theft Auto 5 is available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC. Get more from games with cheat codes: Little Alchemy cheats | Pokémon Emerald cheats | Age of Empires 3 cheats | RDR2 cheats | The Sims 4 cheats | LEGO DC Super Villains cheats | LEGO Star Wars codes | Roblox promo codes | Age of Mythology cheats | KotOR cheats | Shindo Life codes | Cookie Clicker cheats | Sims 3 cheats | Sonic Origins cheats | Sonic Origins Blue Spheres codes | Subway Surfers codes | Saints Row 2 cheats | KotOR 2 cheats Looking for something to watch? Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our definitive list of the best football teams in the world in 2025 – do you agree with our top 10?
"We're by far the greatest team the world has ever seen." Everyone sings it, but only one team can ever boast it as truth. Maintaining success in modern football is a tough task – a fact that European heavyweights like Manchester United and Juventus can vouch for – and being a top team is about consistent winning, rather than flashes of brilliance. We have based our rankings on a host of aspects, including short-term form and medium-term success. Trophies and honours do count towards a club's standing, but context is crucial. Continental performance is often a strong barometer of success when comparing the titans in each nation. Infrastructure, current squad, manager and overall trajectory have also been considered as we ponder the greatest teams in world football right now. RadioTimes.com brings you the top 10 best football teams in the world in 2025. Check our more football features: Best players of all time Best players in the world 2025 Best strikers in the world 2025 Best wingers in the world 2025 Best midfielders in the world 2025 Best defenders in the world 2025 Best goalkeepers in the world 2025 Best young players in the world 2025 10. Chelsea Our list starts with the reigning Club World Cup champions Chelsea, who showed their quality by beating PSG to win the revamped and expanded FIFA competition in the summer. The West Londoners' bullish transfer strategy is starting to bear fruit thanks to the success of Enzo Maresca, who has the Blues competing again in the Premier League and claimed a dominant Conference League triumph in his first season at the helm. Chelsea's squad is packed full of exciting young talent, including the likes of Estevao, but their strength is undoubtedly the midfield trio of Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, and Cole Palmer. 9. Napoli Napoli's return to the summit of Italian football has been wonderful to see. They have won two Serie A titles in the last three years and the celebrations in Naples have been predictably wild. It's hard to look past their midfield. Scott McTominay has been reborn since swapping Man Utd for the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona and André-Frank Anguissa has taken his game to new levels at the club, while the pair are now joined by Kevin de Bruyne. The next step for Antonio Conte's side is to make their mark in European football, having not made it past the quarter-finals of the Champions League in recent years. 8. Inter Milan Inter Milan may lack the riches of some of their Premier League or La Liga counterparts but the Serie A giants continue to mix it with the best in Europe. I Nerazzurri have reached two Champions League finals in the last five years and enjoyed plenty of domestic success as well in that period – winning two league titles, two Coppa Italias and three Supercoppas. Alessandro Bastoni and Federico Dimarco are among the most underrated defenders in world football, while the likes of Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoglu, and Lautaro Martínez continue to impress. 7. Man City It has been a chastening few years for Manchester City but they are still deserving of a place on this list. They have won six of the last eight Premier League titles, secured a first Champions League title and historic treble just a few years ago, and have the best coach in the world in Pep Guardiola, who is in control of a stacked squad. In Erling Haaland, they have arguably the world's best striker and once Rodri is back on song, perhaps the top midfielder on the planet as well. It has been some time since they have looked at their dominant best but you wouldn't bet against Guardiola finding a way to click them back into gear and add to their bulging trophy cabinet. 6. Arsenal It is starting to feel like this is going to be Arsenal's season. After falling short to Man City and then Liverpool, the Gunners have emerged as the frontrunners for the Premier League title in 2025/26. Trust in the process has allowed Mikel Arteta to build a squad packed with quality, with arguably the best defence in world football and a seemingly unstoppable set-piece threat, while the likes of Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka are truly world class players. Where previously they've stuttered, they now look like a confident and composed side that know how to get the job done. The run to the 2024/25 Champions League semi-finals, which included knocking out Real Madrid, felt like a coming-of-age moment, even if it did end in defeat at the hands of PSG. Their five-year trophy drought is the only thing hanging over them at the moment but they may rise further up this list once they get their hands on some silverware. 5. Bayern Munich Bayern Munich have re-established their domestic dominance in Germany. Vincent Kompany's side won their 12th Bundesliga title in the last 13 years in 2024/25 as they put the disappointment of the prior campaign behind them. Many could argue that the relative weakness of the league should count against them, but that's where Champions League performance has to play a factor in determining their true strength. They are a regular presence in the latter stages of Europe's premier club competition and got their hands on the trophy in 2019/20. Harry Kane's goal tally continues to skyrocket while around him the likes of Michael Olise, Jamal Musiala, and Luis Díaz sparkle. 4. Real Madrid Real Madrid are still finding their feet under Xabi Alonso but the initial signs are that the former midfielder is set for success at the Bernabeu. The talent Alonso has in his ranks is remarkable. Kylian Mbappe has long been considered one of the world's best, Jude Bellingham's star continues to rise, Vinicius Jr. is a nightmare for opposition defences, and the likes of Fede Valverde, Antonio Rudiger, Thibaut Courtois, and Eder Militao are players that any manager would love to have. Los Blancos remain arguably the toughest draw in European football, having won the Champions League trophy an extraordinary seven times since 2014. For context, only six teams have won four or more trophies since the European Cup's inception in 1956. 3. Liverpool To win the Premier League title by some distance in the first season after Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool departure was a remarkable feat. That Arne Slot has spent hundreds of millions improving his squad in a busy summer transfer window should be a concern for the rest of the English top flight and Europe. The Dutch coach still has the backbone of the squad that has been one of European football's dominant forces in recent years and is now building for the future. It's taking a little bit of time for some of their new arrivals to bed in but class is permanent and it would be no surprise to see the Reds back to their brilliant best sooner rather than later. Though the Anfield outfit have plenty of quality in their ranks, it is their attacking firepower that really sets them apart and when they're on song, you'd back them to blow away any opposition. 2. Barcelona Hansi Flick has brought the good times back at Barcelona. The German coach led the Catalan outfit to a domestic treble in 2024/25 – storming to the La Liga title and beating El Clásico rivals Real Madrid in both the Copa del Rey and Supercopa finals. Not only that, Barca re-established their place among the European heavyweights with a blistering Champions League run that, were it not for Inter Milan's late heroics, would have seen them face PSG in the final. The club has returned to their tried and tested formula – weaving stars like Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Marcus Rashford and Jules Kounde into a team packed with La Masia products. The jewel in the crown is, of course, Lamine Yamal, who many consider the best winger in the world at the age of just 18. 1. PSG It should be no surprise to see the European champions at the top of our list. PSG finally got their hands on the Champions League trophy last season and few would debate that they were not deserving in their triumph. Luis Enrique deserves a huge amount of credit for his team-building in the French capital. It used to be all about star power at the Parc des Princes but, though there is no denying the talent in their ranks, their recent success has come as a result of their performances as a unit. There are standout players, of course. Achraf Hakimi is the best full-back in the world, the midfield trio of Vitinho, Joao Neves, and Fabian Ruiz is outstanding, and ahead of them, Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele leads a frightening forward line. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our comprehensive round-up of the 10 best young players in the world in 2025.
Nothing excites football fans like a young player breaking through. Despite the physical, technical, and mental demands at the top level in the modern game, we are blessed with a raft of bright talents that are getting their chance to shine. With a World Cup on the horizon, we've taken on the task of rounding up and ranking the best young footballers – those under 23 at the time of writing – on the planet right now. After looking at recent form, trophies won, impact for club and county, future potential, as well as some stats, we've crunched the numbers to build a list of the hottest prospects on the planet. Some big names miss out but that just speaks to the quality in the generation of players that are starting to really make their mark. RadioTimes.com brings you our definitive list of the 10 best young football players in the world in 2025. Check our more football features: Best players of all time Best players in the world 2025 Best strikers in the world 2025 Best wingers in the world 2025 Best midfielders in the world 2025 Best defenders in the world 2025 Best goalkeepers in the world 2025 Best teams in the world 2025 10. Désiré Doué (PSG) Désiré Doué is an entertainer. The PSG winger's lightning pace and dazzling footwork are a joy to watch but he is certainly not lacking in end product either. Still just 20, it really does feel like the sky is the limit for the man the French giants paid €50 million for in 2024. 9. Estevao (Chelsea) There's something special about a Brazilian wonderkid and Estevao already has pulses racing in West London, having hit the ground running in the Premier League. The 18-year-old plays with a fearlessness, that combined with his quick feet and direct running, making him so hard to stop. 8. Warren Zaïre-Emery (PSG) He is still only 19 in March but Warren Zaïre-Emery has already made more than 140 appearances for Paris Saint-Germain, which is a clue that we’re dealing with a proper talent. A force to be reckoned with at the base of midfield, Zaïre-Emery is destined to become a serial trophy winner. 7. Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich) Jamal Musiala's sky-high talent has been clear for years now. The attacking midfielder has been carving up opposition defences for Bayern Munich and Germany since breaking through as a teenager in 2020/21. The 22-year-old caught the eye at Euro 2024 and will hope to do the same at next summer's World Cup, with his return from injury expected before the end of the year. 6. Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen) Florian Wirtz has not found his feet at Liverpool yet but the Anfield outfit spent big on him for a reason. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder came of age in 2023/24, playing a crucial role in Bayer Leverkusen's unbeaten Bundesliga campaign and run to the Europa League final. 5. Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona) It's rare to see a player so young thriving at centre-back for a top European team but Pau Cubarsi has become one of the first names on the teamsheet at Barcelona. The 18-year-old reads the game brilliantly, does not shy away from the physical battle, and is an asset as a distributor as well. He will only improve as he fills out. 4. João Neves (PSG) Don't let his diminutive stature fool you, João Neves is one of the best defensive midfielders in the game. The Portugal international relishes his work off the ball but is also excellent in possession and an agile ball carrier. The 21-year-old was running the Benfica midfield as a teenager and has dazzled in the same role at PSG – helping them to win the Champions League last season. 3. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) The jewel in English football’s crown, Jude Bellingham is the epitome of a Rolls Royce footballer. The 22-year-old glides through midfield like a hot knife through butter, scores a hatful of goals, but also does the dirty work so well. He will, no doubt, be the first name on the Three Lions team sheet for the next decade. 2. Pedri (Barcelona) It's easy to forget that Pedri is still just 22, as the midfielder has been pulling the strings for Barcelona and Spain for years now. The €5 million it cost to sign him from Las Palmas in 2019 has to go down as one of the Nou Camp club's greatest-ever bargains. 1. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) Surely the most exciting talent to come out of the La Masia talent factory since Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal has already stamped his authority on the game for club and country. Despite being just 18, he's already considered one of the best attacking players in the world and the growing pressure on him has only helped him raise his game. Who is the best young player in the world? Lamine Yamal is the real deal - and he’s surely only going to get better. Barcelona have developed a gem, he plays with a maturity that is well beyond his tender years and his trophy cabinet already boasts some impressive titles. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our comprehensive round-up of the 10 best defenders in the world in 2025.
The task of a defender in modern football goes far beyond just stopping opposition attackers. The days of the no-nonsense, brutes that would look straight for Row Z are long gone and their successors are also asked to dictate play, launch attacks, create overloads in midfield, and pile further forward – both in open play and at set pieces. As modern managers search for an advantage wherever they can find it, we've seen the rise of ball-playing central defenders and inverted full-backs, while with a shift toward more direct tactics at the top level, those at the back are still required to be physical phenoms that remain defensively diligent. The sheer variety of defenders that grace the modern game makes building a list of the world's best a tricky puzzle to piece together. However, the number of trophies a player has lifted, their current form and key long-term stats help inform our top 10. RadioTimes.com brings you our definitive list of the 10 best defenders in the world in 2025. Check our more football features: Best players of all time Best players in the world 2025 Best strikers in the world 2025 Best wingers in the world 2025 Best midfielders in the world 2025 Best goalkeepers in the world 2025 Best young players in the world 2025 Best teams in the world 2025 10. Alessandro Bastoni (Inter) We start with perhaps the most underrated defender in world football, Alessandro Bastoni. A centre-back that oozes class, both in his calm yet assertive defensive style and confidence in possession, the Italian is a key factor in Inter's Serie A triumphs and Champions League final appearances in recent years. 9. Jules Kounde (Barcelona) A manager's dream, Jules Kounde has developed into one of Europe's most reliable defenders – whether that's at centre-back or full-back. The Frenchman reads the game brilliantly, has the physicality to match up with a striker and pace to keep a winger quiet, and is hugely influential in the slick passing system Hansi Flick has implemented at Barcelona. 8. Marquinhos (PSG) Marquinhos was never the highest-profile name at PSG, but he has been a leader at the back for the star-studded French side for a number of years. A reliable figure is all a manager can ask for from his commanding centre-backs. The Brazilian has won more than 20 major trophies for club and country. 5. Gabriel (Arsenal) Often overlooked at the expense of his flashy partner in crime, William Saliba, Gabriel is an imperious defender who loves a physical duel with the best of them. Gabriel boasts plenty of aerial dominance too, at the back and going forward, as he reaps plenty of goals from Arsenal's revered set-piece routines. 4. Antonio Rudiger (Real Madrid) Antonio Rudiger is a perfect blend of the old and the new. He's a physical brute with the ability to slam strikers into submission, as well as delicately dance out of the defence with the ball at his feet. The Germany international has been brilliant since making the move to the Bernabeu – helping to deliver the double in 2023/24 and then proving a bright spot as the team struggled last term – and will surely be central under Xabi Alonso. 3. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) If there's one defender in world football you'd have picked for your money-no-object team over the last 10 years or so, Virgil Van Dijk is your man. The towering Liverpool centre-back was one of the trailblazers of modern defending as the world realised big men at the back didn't necessarily have to be technically limited players. 2. Achraf Hakimi (PSG) Achraf Hakimi is the gold standard among full-backs. An attacking asset and diligent defender, the Moroccan has established himself as a leader and key player in the PSG team that were crowned champions of Europe last season. Pace, industry, technical quality, and heart, Hakimi has it all in spades and is, quite simply, the complete package. 1. William Saliba (Arsenal) A Rolls-Royce of a defender, Arsenal star William Saliba has everything you'd look for in a modern centre-back – pace, power, intelligence, ability on the ball and aerial prowess. The Frenchman is the key cog in the defence that Mikel Arteta has built in North London and looks set to play a key role at World Cup 2026 with France. Who is the best defender in the world? William Saliba has usurped Premier League rival Virgil van Dijk, whose shown some shaky signs recently, at the top of our rankings. The only thing he is missing now are trophies – something he'll hope to put right over the next year with Arsenal and France. The scary thing is that at just 24, Saliba's best may well be yet to come. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Best football players of all time ranked
Our round-up of the top 10 best football players of all time – ranked and rated.
Football is a game of opinions and no debate is as well-trodden as the one surrounding the best players of all time. Two names have been polarising in that discussion in the modern era but looking back across the annals of time, there are so many more who deserve consideration. Of course, comparing a 21st-century athlete to a player from the early 20th century is a virtually impossible task. The game has changed so much in that time and the older players are increasingly judged on stats and descriptions from the history books, rather than by those who actually saw them in the flesh. Some brilliant players are staking their claim right now – not least a trio of European goalmachines in Erling Haaland, Harry Kane, and Kylian Mbappe – but who are they chasing down on the list of the best to ever kick a ball? You will almost certainly disagree with our selections and in truth, there may be no correct answer to the question: who is the greatest of all time? We've left no stone unturned in pursuit of finding an answer. RadioTimes.com brings you our round-up of the best football players of all time. Check our more football features: Best players of all time Best players in the world 2025 Best strikers in the world 2025 Best wingers in the world 2025 Best midfielders in the world 2025 Best defenders in the world 2025 Best goalkeepers in the world 2025 Best young players in the world 2025 Best teams in the world 2025 10. Andres Iniesta Some players were simply born at the wrong time to dominate world football, and some of those absolutely maxed out their careers regardless. In a world without Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, Iniesta would have scooped it all. The fact he didn't claim at least one Ballon d'Or in his fabled career is a tragedy. We – and I include myself here – are increasingly obsessed with stats. Obscene goalscoring tallies and off-the-scale numbers of assists, but some players can't be measured by raw numbers alone. Football isn't played on a spreadsheet. Iniesta's influence on every team he has played in should never have to be defended. Nobody, arguably not even Messi himself, could pull strings in a game like Iniesta. He may have been aided by Xavi alongside him, with a bona fide Argentinian wizard ahead of him to aim for, but Iniesta's touch, ingenuity, creativity and vision were virtually unparalleled. The Spanish megastar didn't need the sheer explosiveness of Messi to become the second-best Barcelona player of all time and the most important player for his country in history, leading them to one World Cup and two European Championships. 9. Ronaldo Though Iniesta's career has been somewhat overshadowed by his supernatural teammate, Ronaldo's legacy has been criminally overlooked by his supernatural namesake. R9 is one of the all-time top centre-forwards in football history, without doubt. In an era of wide forwards and false nines, it's easy to forget the impact of a world-beating, complete No.9. Ronaldo was the face of a generation, the ultimate all-rounder, a player who transcended sport and became synonymous with greatness. The Brazilian superstar had pace and power in perfect balance like none other before or since. He simply had everything. Physical dominance, technical ability in bucket-loads and a predatory instinct to know when to time his devastating runs, where he needed to be at all times. There are few more intense, downright scary, sights in football for a defender than the sight of R9 approaching at full throttle with the ball at his feet. O Fenomeno. 8. Alfredo Di Stefano Di Stefano is widely regarded as the greatest player in Real Madrid's illustrious history. That is a staggering claim, considering the numerous golden ages the club has enjoyed, the Galacticos that have strode across the threshold of the Bernabeu and carved their names into the locals' hearts. The striker was born in Argentina, and even represented them on six occasions before switching allegiances to Colombia (!) before finally settling on Spain, where he played shockingly few international games – just 31 caps with 23 goals to his name. Di Stefano was, like Ronaldo Nazario, a complete striker, well-rounded with immense strength, pace and endurance as well as technical ability far beyond his era in the 1940s and '50s. He slammed home a whopping 308 goals in 396 games for Madrid across a remarkable 11-year period following a decade of tormenting teams in his native South America. 7. Franz Beckenbauer It's incredibly difficult to compare players in all areas of the field with one another, but Beckenbauer's quality, and versatility to play in a whole range of positions, makes him an easy selection for the list. The German started life as a midfielder before dropping into the heart of the defence for Bayern Munich where he effectively invented the modern sweeper role. In an age of no-nonsense defending and route one, burly centre-backs, 5ft 11ins Beckenbauer was a revelation with the ball at his feet. His comfort on the ball was unparalleled among defenders, to the point he would effectively become a box-to-box midfielder from the centre-back position. The man effectively ran 90-minute bleep tests with the ball glued to his feet and was rewarded with an astonishing 98 goals in his 754-game career, including 75 in 584 for Bayern Munich. Beckenbauer was a player ahead of his time and would be one of the most sought-after defenders in the world had he emerged in the 2010s. 6. Johan Cruyff Another revolutionary figure, Cruyff effectively lit the touch paper on 'tiki-taka football' almost 40 years before Pep Guardiola's Barcelona and the Spanish national team conquered the world with it between 2008-2014. Cruyff was a conductor of the concept of 'Total Football' with Ajax, where he started his career and scored 257 goals in 329 games. The Dutchman openly admitted, long after retiring, that he felt many other players were more technically gifted, stronger, fitter, more powerful, but that his success as an individual boiled down to nailing his tactical designs. He was a firm believer in not only winning football matches but winning them in the 'right' way. His 'win-with-style' philosophy may not be for everyone, but for Cruyff, it was everything. At Barcelona, he was given freedom to play his way, with immense success. The Cruyff Turn has translated from the pitch of the Nou Camp to schoolyards around the world over decades. So much of the modern game finds its origins in Johan Cruyff, a visionary footballer with on-field intelligence like no other. 5. Zinedine Zidane If Ronaldo was the ultimate complete striker, Zidane goes down as the ultimate complete midfielder. The Frenchman boasted an unreal level of technical ability, with all the elegance and grace you wouldn't expect from a six-foot-one powerhouse. His touch, as delicate at the grass he strode across, was otherworldly. His control over the ball, mesmeric. His ability to shift through the gears to convert an innocuous reception into the start of a blood-and-guts drive through the field has barely been replicated since. Zidane will go down as one of the greatest dribblers of all time, but his intelligence on the ball added all the more threat to his attacks – he wasn't going to run out of road or ideas, he made clinical decisions with consistency, and the ball would find a teammate or the back of the net more often than not. In terms of sheer achievements, Zidane's trophy cabinet is surprisingly not as full as you might expect, but everything is in there at least once. The World Cup, the Euros, La Liga, Serie A, the Champions League. But silverware isn't the ultimate metric of greatness. The level of fear he'd strike into every opponent in his path? That's a hallmark of greatness. 4. Pele All of Brazilian football is geared towards embodying the spirit of Pele. Anything you've ever seen a Brazilian footballer do well, it is because Pele has done it before them. He is arguably the greatest ever player on the international stage with 77 goals for Brazil in just 92 games with three World Cups to his name. Pele's legacy is an interesting one. There are those who scrunch up their faces at Pele's records, most particularly his claimed '1,281 goals in 1,363 games' line, when in fact a tranche of those games were exhibition showpieces against far weaker opposition. However, his record excluding those games remains immense. He notched a reported 643 goals for Santos in 659 games across an 18-year spell before taking his talents to the US with New York Cosmos to wrap up his career. Many use the fact he never played regularly in Europe as a stick to beat Pele with, but his international record speaks volumes about his talent in any context. His devastating pace and deadly accurate finishing were simply too much for some of the world's greatest defences at the time, and would likely be too much for them today at his prime. 3. Cristiano Ronaldo To fully appreciate Ronaldo's greatness, you need to zoom out and not let his shambolic 2022 antics cloud your judgement of him. In time, once his career is all said and done, Cristiano will have more than earned his seat at the top table of all-time greats. I know I said stats aren't everything, and trophies aren't everything, but when they are largely the result of one man, the most ferocious competitor in the history of football, they become incredibly difficult to ignore. Ronaldo has lit up the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A, claiming each nation's domestic title and cup trophy. He boasts five Champions League titles across two teams and lifted the European Championship trophy with Portugal. In each of those seasons, in every triumph, Ronaldo will have produced a clutch moment of brilliance. Last-minute penalties? No problem. Thunderous strikes against the run of play? Sorted. Fire-and-brimstone performances that could turn the tide against the odds? Done. Ronaldo's career has been a masterclass in winning. His never-say-die attitude and matchday mentality at his prime was unrivalled. Even now, into his 40s, he cannot stop. You can say what you like about the quality of the Saudi Pro League but CR7 continues to score goals at an alarming rate for both club and country. He is closing in on 1,000 career goals – a remarkable milestone – and likely will not rest until he gets there. 2. Diego Maradona Rarely is a player deified in the way Maradona has been by fans on both sides of the Atlantic. Argentina is awash with tributes to their greatest son, while the streets of Naples, Italy remain awash with Maradona-ism in response to their icon, their legend, their saint. The diminutive Argentine forward boasted a low centre of gravity and the outrageous technical ability that could see him drift by players in unstoppable fashion. Maradona's intensity and direct running ability made him a menace for all who dared oppose him. This intensity not only struck fear into the hearts of opposition, but it emboldened teammates around him to raise their level, like an army general in the heat of battle. Maradona's trophy cabinet is surprisingly bare for a player many still feel is the greatest footballer of all time. One league title in Argentina, none with Barcelona, you'd be forgiven for wondering, 'Is that it?' Though it's the manner of the trophies he did win that live long in the memory. Napoli were a middling, solid yet unspectacular entity in Serie A before Maradona arrived from Barcelona. Within five years of his presence, they won the league twice and capped it off with the UEFA Cup, all while winning the World Cup with Argentina – the last time they have done so. Maradona's legendary dribbling skills, vision, marksman-like passing ability and raw desire to win completely transformed Napoli and Argentinian football. He dragged them to success, kicking and screaming. A one-man army. 1. Lionel Messi There's not a lot to be said that hasn't already been said about Lionel Messi, but I'm going to try. We'll get the stats out of the way first. Messi has bagged 891 goals and 399 assists in 1,131 games for club and country. That works out at 72 minutes per goal contribution. Every 72 minutes. Over more than two decades' worth of matches. Many elite players are figured out, they're sussed, they enjoy a few seasons in the sun before someone cracks the code and neutralises them. Not Messi; never Messi. Messi has adapted throughout his career, mainly to accommodate his gentle deceleration, but the end product has always remained the same. His touch is extraordinary, applying the correct weight to every delicate tap like a fine artist working on their masterpiece. The ball sticks to his feet, under his spell, and his measured passing ability is simply the greatest of all time. Nobody has or will ever split a defence quite like Lionel Messi. When he doesn't feel like passing through you, the Argentine megastar will simply turn the world's greatest defenders inside out. He has pulled many of them around like rag dolls in front of their families. He leaves few prisoners. And at the end of those runs, he has shown great selflessness in the past to cut the ball back with pin-sharp accuracy or he'll slide, dink or flick the ball over the keeper. In every great chance he creates, Messi effectively gives himself a multiple-choice question about how he'd like to score in that given moment. It's not about whether he'll find the net, it's about how. All that combines to say: Lionel Messi boasts the purest form of magic that makes us all love football in the first place. Simply, he chisels a smile on your face while watching him. It has been a privilege, and will continue to be a privilege until the day he hangs up his boots. The certified, undisputed Greatest of All Time. 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How to play the Pokémon games in order: Complete timeline of story and release
The Pokémon series is one of, if not the most, iconic gaming franchises to ever exist, but with so many games, it can be hard to know how to play them, or whether to do so in release or chronological order. Outside of Nintendo's flagship consoles, the franchise is still going strong across the animated series and the mobile game Pokémon Go. But when it comes to Nintendo's own main series games, it can be a struggle to play them all, as many are still trapped on older hardware like the Nintendo DS, and going even further back, the Game Boy series of consoles. So, if you're curious what order the Pokémon games released in, or where the latest entry, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, fits into the chronological story order, let's take a look! Do you have to play the Pokemon games in order? Most of the big titles in the mainline Pokemon RPG games are great standalone games to dive into. But if you want want to start from the beginning, there are two different ways to play in order: by release date or chronologically. Reckon you're already a Pokémon master? Pit your wits against our Pokémon quiz below! View Riddle on the source website Which Pokemon games should I play first? It's best to start with the games that were released first. This way, you'll be gradually introduced to new regions and more cute critters as you go, rather than being absolutely overwhelmed at the start of your journey. Read on for everything you need to know about Pokemon games in order of release. Pokemon games in order of release We've omitted spin-off titles like Pokemon Snap on this list because really you can dip into those whenever you want, and you'll have a nice time without having to worry about the timeline. If it's the main saga of Pokémon that you want to play through, though, below you'll find the best order in which to do it! Pokémon Red, Blue, Green and Yellow (1996) The following games are the first out for the franchise and they were all released for the original Game Boy. One side note here is that Green was only available in Japan - although many have been able to get their hands on the game over the years. Another thing to note is that, unless you're a true completionist, you only really need to play one game from each generation. These are your options to start off with: Pokémon Red Pokémon Blue Pokémon Green Pokémon Yellow Pokémon Gold, Silver and Crystal (1999) The Game Boy Color was the home for the generation 2 games in the Pokémon series, with the graphics getting a much-needed colourful upgrade. The games released as part of this generation are: Pokémon Gold Pokémon Silver Pokémon Crystal (an enhanced version of Gold and Silver) Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald (2002) Onto Gen 3 now, and these were all games that were released on the Game Boy Advance! Again, the world got a little bit brighter and more colourful, and there were even more new creatures to catch. This is also the generation that first introduced remakes to the mix, with the Game Boy Advance playing host to some new versions of the original generation. Pokémon Ruby Pokémon Sapphire Pokémon Emerald (enhanced version of Ruby and Sapphire) Pokémon LeafGreen (remake of Gen 1's Green) Pokémon FireRed (remake of Gen 1's Red) Pokémon Diamond, Pearl and Platinum (2006) Generation 4 moved us into the era of the Nintendo DS - a home for Pokémon games for several years until the 3DS and the current Switch console came along. The games you can play to catch all the gen 4 Pokémon are as follows - and remakes of Diamond and Pearl are meant to be coming to the Switch later in 2021. Pokémon Diamond Pokémon Pearl Pokémon Platinum (enhanced version of Diamond and Pearl) Pokémon HeartGold (remake of Gen 2's Gold) Pokémon SoulSilver (remake of Gen 2's Silver) Pokémon Black and White (2010) The Unova region was the go-to destination for generation 5 of Pokémon and once again the games that came out for it were released exclusively for the Nintendo DS. Interestingly, this generation went down the route of giving itself a hasty brace of sequels, rather than remaking any old generations. Pokémon Black Pokémon White Pokémon Black 2 Pokémon White 2 Pokémon X and Y (2013) Welcome to the world of 3DS! The evolution of the last Nintendo console gave us more Pokémon games and this time they were from the sixth generation! The games that were part of gen 6 were: Pokémon X Pokémon Y Pokémon Omega Ruby (remake of Gen 3's Ruby) Pokémon Alpha Sapphire (remake of Gen 3's Sapphire) Pokémon Sun and Moon (2016) Generation 7 was a transition period for gaming on the Nintendo as the 3DS was phased out and the revolutionary Nintendo Switch took its place from the Let's Go games onwards! The Gen 7 games are: Pokémon Sun Pokémon Moon Pokémon Ultra Sun (enhanced version of Sun) Pokémon Ultra Moon (enhanced version of Moon) Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu! (remake of Gen 1's Yellow) Pokémon Let's Go Eevee! (remake of Gen 1's Yellow) Buy Let's Go Pokemon at Amazon Pokémon Sword and Shield (2019) Welcome to the present day and generation 8, with the Nintendo Switch playing host to a whole new generation of Pokémon experiences, channelling The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild to give us larger environments than ever! Pokémon Sword Pokémon Shield Sword and Shield's Isle of Armour DLC Sword and Shield's Crown Tundra DLC Buy Pokemon Sword and Shield at Amazon Sword and Shield and its DLC are Nintendo Switch exclusives and the last of the mainline games to be released so far. But with Pokémon, remarkably, not showing any signs of slowing down, look for more to come along before too long. Pokémon Legends: Arceus (2022) Set in the picturesque Hisui region, Pokémon Legends: Arceus turned the clock back to the past, where your Pokédex is but a notepad and paper. Continuing on as part of Gen 8, players must find all Pokémon after instruction from none other than Arceus. Things are complicated, however, by spacetime rifts that cause powerful Noble Pokémon to appear. Buy Pokémon Legends: Arceus at Amazon Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (2022) Stepping away from the usual Japanese-inspired locales such as Kanto, Johto or Hisui, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet takes place in Paldea, a volcanic region modelled after the Iberian Peninsula, featuring all-new Gen 9 Pokémon to boot. In Paldea, a mysterious effect known as the Terastal phenomenon causes Pokémon to temporarily appear like precious stones and with new abilities. Mysteriously, ancient and otherworldly Pokémon such as Koraidon and Miraidon have begun to appear, as well. You as the player have just moved to this strange land, whose secrets begin to unravel as you explore the phenomenon. Buy Pokémon Scarlet at Amazon Buy Pokémon Violet at Amazon Pokémon Legends: Z-A The second game in the Legends series, Pokémon Legends: Z-A brings us back to the Kalos region of Pokémon X and Y, taking place entirely in the metropolis of Lumiose City. Potentially the last game of Generation 9, Z-A sees players training their Pokémon to conquer the Battle Zone, a nightly competition between the city's trainers. As you progress from Rank Z to A, defeating scores of spontaneously appearing Mega Pokémon, your aim is to earn yourself a wish by reaching the very pinnacle of the Battle Zone's challenges. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pok%C3%A9mon-Legends-Z-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B0FBMC37JM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=22ZSS8P5SVZS7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Lg8j8-AnpFv-mj9qRNw8m07G7hUNSrN-iBIxHpHqhOU69QMmk_GIAaNnDNwNabjtFFGnSUklhEJO6AmsePU-gCXe6pZ7HeXftr0xZYED-odyU7LT4tdMc7fqPPsy3eQgtdG_acbdBLlhZ1E97UsOpZm6zQk6Cp81Uo7v7stLrwLpzljvWdCTutZ402RSbmSHLjKYQpXm4Xcv8Gy2JswpUdWhRSEVHwUcbrkN1ig5Ldg.e8gyhzaWcY2WuSf-qZe210zRLShkYJzM0i1fgIrMceA&dib_tag=se&keywords=pokemon+legends+z-a&qid=1760630737&sprefix=pokemon+legends+z-a%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-3&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-1163567" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Buy Pokémon Legends: Z-A at Amazon How to play Pokemon games in chronological story order If you want to attempt to follow the convoluted chronological timeline, here are all of the mainline Pokemon games in chronological story-based order: Pokémon Legends: Arceus Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow (or remakes) Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald (or remakes) Pokémon Gold, Silver and Crystal (or remakes) Pokémon Diamond, Pearl and Platinum (or remakes) Pokémon Black and White Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Pokémon X and Y Pokémon Legends: Z-A Pokémon Sun and Moon Pokémon Sword and Shield Pokémon Scarlet and Violet If you missed the video at the top of this page, you can also check it out below! 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No need to hunt down a viewing order for this anime. We've got it right here.
Hunter x Hunter, based on the series created by Yoshihiro Togashi, is a story so popular, the anime version ended up being adapted twice. If that doesn't tell you how iconic this series is, we don't know what will. The story revolves around a young boy, Gon, who learns that his long-gone dad is actually famous for being a world-renowned hunter. Eager to follow in his father's footsteps, Gon leaves his home island to try his hand at passing the Hunter Examination. Unsurprisingly, Gon's journey isn't exactly easy, which gave both the 1999 and 2011 anime adaptations plenty to work with and expand upon. If you're unsure on where to start, then here’s everything you need to know about watching Hunter x Hunter in full. How to watch Hunter x Hunter 1999 If you're anything like us, your first venture into Hunter x Hunter may have been the 2011 version. However, it wasn't the first iteration of the popular series. That was the 1999 version of Hunter x Hunter, which lasted through to 2003. Including the OVAs, there’s a total of 92 episodes, which have been praised by fans for their distinct animation style. Though this adaptation largely focuses on the Hunter Exam arc, there are filler episodes that can be skipped if needed — which can largely be found in the OVAs. Here’s the chronological and release order for how to watch Hunter x Hunter: Hunter X Hunter (1999) Hunter X Hunter: Spider (OVA, 2002) Hunter X Hunter: Greed Island (OVA, 2003) Hunter X Hunter: Greed Island Final (OVA, 2004) How to watch Hunter x Hunter 2011 The 2011 version of Hunter x Hunter is essentially a reboot of the 1999 one. The beauty of this is that, regardless of whether you want to start from the beginning or a more modern take, you could watch either version in any order and not really lose out on anything. However, there are some distinct pros in Going beyond the Hunter Exam arc, the 2011 version takes much more of the story in that the 1999 original. Racking up 148 episodes by the time it finished in 2014, this version essentially acts as its own standalone story. Watching this Hunter x Hunter adaptation will look something like this: Hunter Exam arc (Episodes 1-26) Heavens Arena arc (Episodes 27-38) Phantom Troupe arc (Episodes 39-58) Greed Island arc (Episodes 58-75) Chimera Ant arc (Episodes 76-136) Election arc (Episodes 136-148) How to watch the Hunter x Hunter films On top of the two original adaptations, viewers also have the option to add the Hunter x Hunter films to their watch list. Released while the 2011 version of Hunter x Hunter was still going, these films aren’t considered to be canon — meaning they won’t have a huge effect on the overall story. At the same time, both of them offer up plenty of new information, fleshing out the plot lines that you might already be familiar with. Here’s the best order to watch the Hunter x Hunter films: Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge (2013) Hunter x Hunter: The Last Mission (2013) View oEmbed on the source website Where to watch Hunter x Hunter in the UK Episodes of Hunter x Hunter can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll by UK fans. Additionally, the Hunter x Hunter films can be found on Prime Video and Tubi. You can catch Hunter x Hunter on Crunchyroll. Sign up to Crunchyroll from £5.99 per month with a 14-day free trial. Check out more of our anime coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Need to know the best way to get your Baki fix and watch the brutal martial arts anime in order? We've got just the thing.
Who doesn't love an anime series where you can watch a guy punch away all his problems? If that sounds like you, then Baki is the series for you. As blasé as that statement may sound, Baki does, in fact, have an epic legacy in Japanese pop culture. The series originally debuted in 1991 and follows a classic fighting genre narrative, placing us in the shoes of a 13-year-old boy whose goal is to defeat his father, Yuujirou Hanma, and become a fighting champion. Baki, also known as Baki the Grappler, has undergone multiple adaptations over the years, with an anime series released in 2001, 2018, and 2022. However, the latest iterations are available on Netflix, with a new instalment, BAKI-DOU having recently been confirmed to release sometime in 2026. But where do you even begin with this beloved franchise? There's an intimidating amount to watch, so if you're looking to watch Baki in order, then search no more: we've got the perfect guide for you. What order should I watch Baki? Fortunately, Baki has a relatively straightforward story arc, with a timeline that aligns with its release date. There's very little jumping around from past to present, making it easier to follow compared to a series with more elaborate plots. We're looking at you, Naruto and Dragon Ball. Baki Hanma, the Netflix series that ran from 2021 to 2023, is a standalone sequel to the original Baki that aired in 2001. However, the two series are connected, with the new Netflix show focusing more on its title character. Meanwhile, the Baki Hanma vs Kengan Ashura crossover with the gladiator-fighting anime Kengan Ashura provides even more material for those who want to see even more intense combat and muscle-bound battle scenes. Here's the perfect order to watch Baki: Baki The Grappler: The Ultimate Fighter Baki The Grappler – Season 1: Kid Saga/Underground Arena Saga Baki The Grappler – Season 2: Maximum Tournament Saga Baki: Most Evil Death Row Convicts Special Anime Baki – Season 1: Most Evil Death Row Convicts Saga Baki – Season 2: Great Chinese Challenge Saga/Godlike Clash of the Kids Saga Baki Hanma: Son of Ogre - Season 1: Combat Shadow Fighting Saga/Great Prison Battle Saga Baki Hanma: Son of Ogre - Season 2: Pickle Wars Saga/The Father VS Son Saga Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura Baki-Dou (Release Date TBC) Are Baki 2001 and 2018 the same? Like many long-running anime series, Baki can confuse new viewers because there's more than one season 1 and season 2. The original first season of Baki is the first season of Baki the Grappler, which aired in 2001, followed by a second season later that same year. However, Baki season 1 (2018) is actually the second part of this story, loosely connecting the plot of both shows. Fortunately, you don't need to watch these earlier series to understand Netflix's recent adaptations. Are there Baki filler episodes that I can skip? There's no filler in the traditional sense of a list of skippable episodes. There are, however, two OVAs that serve as an interesting time capsule of the series's history, most of which is recapped later. The must-watch instalments are the main series themselves: Baki the Grappler, Baki and Baki Hanma. The OVAs in question that you can live without are Baki: The Ultimate Fighter and Baki: Most Evil Death Row Convicts Saga. Will there be a Baki Hanma season 3? Technically no, but there will be a continuation of the Baki series under a new title: BAKI-DOU. This was announced at the very end of season 2. What is BAKI-DOU? Taking place after Baki Hanma, BAKI-DOU has Baki facing a brand new threat: the resurrection of Japan’s greatest swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi. Other warriors, such as Doppo Orochi, Jack Hanma, and Kaoru Hanayama, also make a return to the fight. Baki's greatest strength (and weapon) are his fists, but can this legendary underground fighter take on iconic and powerful samurai? We'll find out sometime in 2026. You can watch the teaser trailer for BAKI-DOU below. View oEmbed on the source website Where can I watch Baki in the UK? View oEmbed on the source website The majority of the Baki franchise is available on Netflix, including the second season of Baki Hanma: Son of Ogre. Unlike its previous season, which only had 12 episodes, the second season was split into cours and featured 13/14 episodes respectively. For those without a Netflix subscription, Crunchyroll also offers the anime in its entirety. Read more: How to watch Pokémon in order: All the TV series, movies and specials How to watch Evangelion in order How to watch Code Geass in order Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
RadioTimes.com brings you our definitive list of the 10 best Premier League players of all time.
The Premier League is the league. The league of leagues. The richest pool of talent in world football. In the 30+ years since its inception, the English top flight has become the gold standard – attracting more eyeballs than any of its rivals. Storylines, rivalries, magic moments, inspired goals, and controversies, controversies, controversies galore have all helped the Premier League transcend sport and move into mainstream public life. Dynasties have come and gone – with Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City, and Liverpool all enjoying dominant spells at the top – but the superstars have always been there. The Premier League has played host to no shortage of modern footballing greats and we've picked out the very best, the cream of the crop, for this list based on stats, trophies, awards, entertainment value and pure talent. RadioTimes.com brings you our definitive list of the 10 best Premier League players of all time. Check our more football features: Best players of all time | Best players in the world 2025 | Best strikers 2025 | Best midfielders 2025 | Best defenders 2025 | Best goalkeepers 2025 | Best young players 2025 | Best teams in the world 2025 10. Ryan Giggs Ryan Giggs has to be on a best Premier League players of all time list, simply because of his longevity and trophy haul. The Welshman made 632 Premier League appearances for United from 1992-2014, with only Gareth Barry playing more games. Giggs also scored 109 times and he has the most assists in Premier League history with 162. He also won a record 13 Premier League titles as well as winning the Champions League twice, the FA Cup four times and the League Cup three times. Giggs, who was a tricky winger with an eye for a pass as well as being a goal threat, was named in the PFA Team of the Year six times. 9. Kevin De Bruyne From one side of Manchester to the other, Kevin De Bruyne was the beating heart of Man City's dominance under Pep Guardiola. A technical genius who could see and make passes that others couldn't, the Belgian midfielder was the Premier League's best player for a good chunk of his 10-year stint at the Etihad. De Bruyne's decorated decade at Man City included six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, five League Cups, and a Champions League triumph in a treble-winning season. He sits second in the all-time Premier League assists chart while he is just the third player to win back-to-back PFA Player of the Season awards after Thierry Henry and Cristiano Ronaldo. 8. Mohamed Salah The only current player on this list, Mohammed Salah has established himself as a modern Premier League great at Liverpool. Like De Bruyne, a stint at Chelsea early in his career proved disappointing but since his move to Anfield, the Egyptian King has been one of the division's most feared forwards. Only four players have scored more Premier League goals than Salah, who also has two titles, three PFA Player of the Season awards, and four Golden Boots to his name. In an era where wide forwards were king, the 33-year-old was the gold standard. He has dazzled on Liverpool's right flank and is not done yet. 7. John Terry We've had two creative influences so far on our list so we're showing a centre-back some love now, with John Terry coming in at No. 8. The Chelsea legend was probably the best centre-half in the world at his peak, with Terry being named the PFA Players' Player of the Year in 2005. Terry made 492 Premier League appearances for Chelsea - as well as collecting 78 England caps - and he won five titles at Stamford Bridge. He was a no-messing defender who would put his body on the line for club and country. However, he also had the ability to play inch-perfect cross-field passes with both feet as well as being an attacking threat, with Terry scoring 41 Premier League goals. 6. Frank Lampard From one Chelsea hero to another, Frank Lampard comes up next on our list. Lampard is probably the best goalscoring midfielder of his generation, with the former West Ham, Chelsea and Manchester City man netting 177 Premier League goals. He's Chelsea’s all-time leading scorer - as well as winning three titles there - and his double figures goal haul in 10 consecutive seasons remains unmatched. Lampard is No. 7 on the Premier League all-time scorer list, with everyone else in the top 10 being forwards. If his goal threat isn't enough for you, he also ended up with 102 assists by the time he retired in 2016. 5. Steven Gerrard Unfortunately for England fans, Lampard and Steven Gerrard couldn't co-exist for the Three Lions, however they're next to each other on our list. Gerrard was Liverpool's main man since he broke into the first team after coming through the Reds' academy on Merseyside. He was the complete box-to-box midfielder and his driving runs, tenacious tackles and incredible finishing (from long and short range) guided Liverpool to the Champions League in 2005. While Gerrard didn't win the Premier League, he won nine major honours with his beloved Liverpool and he ended up with 120 goals and 92 assists for the Reds. 4. Wayne Rooney We were told to remember the name Wayne Rooney when he broke onto the scene at Everton after his wonder strike against Arsenal at Goodison Park in 2002. Rooney was just 16 years and 360 days old when he netted that day - and he lived up to the hype. He is one of the most complete forwards we've ever seen in the Premier League, with Rooney scoring 208 goals, putting him third on the all-time list and assisting 103 times. While he was an incredible goalscoring talent who had a superb range of passing, Rooney also took pride in his defensive work and his aggression and competitiveness made him a fan favourite. Rooney won five Premier League titles at United as well as lifting the Champions League trophy in 2008. He was named the PFA Players' Player of the Year in 2010 after winning the PFA Young Player of the Year in 2005 and 2006. 3. Alan Shearer We're into our top three now and in third place is the Premier League all-time top scorer Alan Shearer. Shearer, who scored 260 Premier League goals, won the title early on in his career at Blackburn before joining Newcastle in 1996. Shearer won three Premier League Golden Boots and scored some incredible goals during his remarkable career. He did tap-ins and headers but he also had numerous long-range screamers, with both feet, to get St James's Park rocking. He had brilliant hold-up play and he was brave in every aspect of his game. Shearer is one of the best strikers we've ever seen. 2. Cristiano Ronaldo Shearer could easily have been second on our list but we're siding with Cristiano Ronaldo, who is widely regarded as one of the best players of all time. While it seems Lionel Messi has pulled away in the debate of the greatest of all time following his World Cup triumph with Argentina, Ronaldo's achievements are undeniable. Ronaldo, who has scored over 900 goals in his career, won the Champions League four times at Real Madrid plus another 28 major trophies during his time at United, Real and Juventus. He's also won five Ballon d'Or awards and he was the driving force behind Portugal's Euro 2016 success. He dominated in the Premier League and he turned from a tricky winger in his early years to a complete attacker who could play anywhere up top. Ronaldo can score every type of goal and he's also got the physicality to match any opponent. He just misses out on the No. 1 spot but he's right up there with the best to ever play the game. 1. Thierry Henry We're here, we've made it to the No. 1 spot, and it felt wrong to have anyone but Thierry Henry at the top of the list. The Frenchman was not only a sensational player, he did everything on the pitch with elegance and pure class. Henry, who finished with 175 Premier League goals, moved from a winger to a centre-forward under Arsene Wenger at Arsenal and he scored 20-plus league goals for five consecutive seasons, while also picking up four Golden Boots. He was also selfless enough to set up his teammates, despite him having the ability to always go on his own, and he registered a record 20 assists in the 2002-03 season, while ending up with 74 in total. Henry had blistering pace and sensational touch but he also possessed the calmness and awareness to score brilliant goals, whether it was in the six-yard box or from outside the area (see his stunner against United in 2000 at Highbury). Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has said Henry "affected him mentally on a pitch" and his mentality was to not get embarrassed by the Frenchman. Henry was simply one of a kind and he's our No. 1, the best Premier League player of all time. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our definitive list of the best Premier League players around in 2025 – do you agree with us?
The Premier League is the best league in the world. The cliche that anyone can beat anyone still rings true but it is the amount of talent in the English top flight that really sets it apart. It isn't even just the top clubs anymore; there are players with star quality throughout the league. Week after week, Premier League fans get to watch some of the best players on the planet – from dominant defenders, to majestic midfielders, thrilling forwards, and the top shot-stoppers – strut their stuff. We've looked across all positions and based our picks on several factors including trophies won, historical performances and recent displays, style, ability, goals, assists and more. We've also tried to avoid being swayed by short-term dips and sudden bursts of form. RadioTimes.com brings you our round-up of the top 10 best Premier League players in 2025. Check our more football features: Best players of all time | Best players in the world 2025 | Best strikers 2025 | Best midfielders 2025 | Best defenders 2025 | Best goalkeepers 2025 | Best young players 2025 | Best teams in the world 2025 Best Premier League players 2025 10. Gianluigi Donnarumma (Man City) A new addition to the Premier League and indeed this list, Gianluigi Donnarumma is truly world class. The Italian is considered the best goalkeeper in the award by many, with his recent Yashin Trophy win at the Ballon d'Or awards backing up that claim, and has already shown his quality between the sticks for Pep Guardiola's side. 9. Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd) Where would Man Utd be without Bruno Fernandes? It simply doesn't bear thinking about for the Old Trafford faithful. The Red Devils have been through plenty of turmoil in recent seasons but their captain remains one of the best creators in the world. Indeed, at the time of writing, no player in Europe's top five leagues has created more chances than Fernandes – and it's not even close. There is a debate to be had about whether a deeper midfield role really suits him, or what he could've achieved had he jumped ship, but he is more than deserving of a place on this list. 8. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) Bukayo Saka has made the transition from Arsenal's starboy to one of the Premier League's most feared attackers over the past few seasons. Saka's impact off the right flank cannot be underestimated – with his goals and assists central to the Gunners' recent title challenges. Injuries limited his influence a little last term but the England star will hope this can be the season he fires the North Londoners back to the top of the pile. 7. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) Virgil van Dijk should be considered among the ranks of the all-time Premier League great defenders once he hangs up his boots, alongside Rio Ferdinand, Nemanja Vidic, and John Terry to name a few. Perhaps a little past his imperious best, the Dutch defender remains a dominant force, a constant, reassuring, stabilising presence at Anfield and captained the Reds to another Premier League last term. The 34-year-old, who was named the PFA Players' Player of the Year in 2019, has won the Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup and Champions League during his time with Liverpool and is far from being done just yet. 6. William Saliba (Arsenal) William Saliba is likely to dominate the Premier League for years to come, providing Arsenal continue to threaten at the sharp end of domestic and continental football. The commanding centre-back has the physicality to deal with any striker and the pace to manage threats in behind the back four. He has it all, and if he stays in England, he'll be a top contender for the PFA Team of the Year every campaign. Saliba is a key cog in the Premier League's best defence from each of the last two seasons and will be central as Mikel Arteta's side chase silverware this term. 5. Cole Palmer (Chelsea) Cole Palmer is a true talent. The 23-year-old left Man City and quickly established himself as not only Chelsea's talisman but one of the Premier League's most effective attackers. Masterful as both a goalscorer and creator, having notched 72 goal contributions in his first two seasons in West London, he plays with a calmness and composure few others possess. He is a roaming, wandering presence for Enzo Maresca's Blues, afforded freedom of the final third to pick holes and exploit every single gap, every single time. 4. Rodri (Man City) Rodri was rightly rewarded for the key role he played in the recent success of Manchester City and Spain with the 2024 Ballon d'Or but he has not quite returned to his previous heights since recovering from a season-ending ACL injury. Man City's struggles without him were further evidence of just how good a player the 29-year-old is. He is the gold standard among defensive midfielders, a Rolls-Royce in the middle of the park, doing City's dirty work, orchestrating a perfect symphony between attack and defence, while taking games by the scruff of the neck and chipping in with important goals himself. Rodri was crucial in City completing the treble and lifting the Premier League five times in a row. He'll be a major part of the club's history so long as he's wearing sky blue. 3. Declan Rice (Arsenal) Declan Rice has taken his game to another level since joining Arsenal. It feels like only a matter of time before he is wearing the captain's armband for both club and country. The midfielder, who guided West Ham to UEFA Europa Conference League success before his move to North London, is as accomplished sitting deep as a holding midfielder as he is roaming from box to box, or even sitting higher up the field as a full No. 8. By adding goals, assists, and serious set-piece threat to his game, Rice has established himself as arguably the best midfielder in world football. 2. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) The Egyptian King produced one of the greatest seasons of his career – 34 goals and 23 assists – to help the Reds to a second title in 2024/25 and he isn't done just yet. Only three players have scored more Premier League goals than Salah, who will be keen to leapfrog Wayne Rooney on that list this term despite a slow start by his standards. For all the money Liverpool have spent adding to their frontline in recent windows, the 33-year-old remains their talisman and one of the best players in the division. 1. Erling Haaland (Man City) Erling Haaland is inevitable. The Man City frontman is on course to smash Alan Shearer's record and become the fastest player to 100 Premier League goals. He may not have the playmaking ability of a forward like Harry Kane or the fast feet of Kylian Mbappe but when it comes to putting the ball in the net, Haaland is the best in the world. Haaland has made a mockery of Premier League goalscoring statistics since heading to England. The 24-year-old is averaging around a goal per game and though last season was a disappointment, due to Man City's struggles and his injuries, he still added 34 to his tally. Back to his brilliant best, the Etihad marksman is hunting a third Golden Boot in four years. Though he isn't always involved in City's build-up, his positioning, strength, pace and intelligence ensure he is always in the right place at the right time. That isn't luck, it's pure skill. Long may – and will – his reign continue. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our comprehensive round-up of the 10 best goalkeepers in the world in 2025.
There's an argument to be made that goalkeepers have never had it tougher. It's no longer enough just to keep the ball out of the net, the very best between the sticks are required to be excellent in possession, play a key part in their side's build-up, patrol the edge of their penalty area, and deal with balls flying into the box from all angles as teams get more and more direct. Mistakes in goal are more costly than anywhere else on the pitch and reputations can be tarnished quickly as a result. There are plenty of quality goalkeepers in the modern game but the very best at the position are able to set themselves apart with their consistency. We've compiled a top 10 based on long-term career success, recent form and key stats. You're probably going to disagree with us, but it's a game of opinions, right? RadioTimes.com brings you our definitive list of the 10 best goalkeepers in the world in 2025. Check our more football features: Best players of all time Best players in the world 2025 Best strikers in the world 2025 Best wingers in the world 2025 Best midfielders in the world 2025 Best defenders in the world 2025 Best young players in the world 2025 Best teams in the world 2025 10. Yann Sommer (Inter) Yann Sommer has aged like a fine wine. The Swiss goalkeeper spent much of his career as one of the most underrated at the position on the planet. That was, in part, due to long stints at FC Basel and Borussia Monchengladbach but his move to Inter has allowed him to get the credit he has long deserved. As he was in the Swiss Super League and Bundesliga, Sommer has been exceptional for the San Siro outfit and played a key part in their run to the Champions League final last term. 9. Joan Garcia (Barcelona) Barcelona's summer signing has been backed to become the best keeper in the world – and for good reason. At 24, his presence, shot-stopping, and quality in possession has already set him apart. Joan Garcia made his name at Espanyol before making the controversial move across the Catalan capital and the early signs are that he has what it takes to deal with the pressure of being the No.1 at a European heavyweight. 8. Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa) While some goalkeepers prefer to quietly go about their business, Emiliano Martinez provides a dominant presence in the Aston Villa and Argentina goal. Martinez had to work for his chance, cutting his teeth in the Arsenal youth system and on loan in the EFL, but it came at Villa Park and he has not looked back. The towering 33-year-old has been outstanding in recent years, winning the 2022 World Cup and the Yashin Trophy - awarded during the Ballon d'Or ceremony - in 2023, and is arguably the best penalty saver in the game. 7. Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao) It speaks volumes of about his quality that of the three Spanish goalkeepers on this list, it is Unai Simon that has established himself as his country's No. 1. The 28-year-old has been a safe pair of hands at the back for Athletic Bilbao for years and, having returned from injury, formed part of La Liga's meanest defence last term as the Basque club qualified for the Champions League. Now entering his prime, Simon has taken his game up a level in possession in recent seasons as well. 6. Jan Oblak (Atletico Madrid) A long-standing wall in the Atletico Madrid goal, Jan Oblak may not have won the trophies that some on this list have, but he has established himself as one of the best shot-stoppers of his generation. While Oblak's commanding box presence has been always been a key part of his game, the Slovenian deserves credit for reinventing himself over the years to become more comfortable in possession. 5. Mike Maignan (AC Milan) Mike Maignan has taken up Hugo Lloris's mantel as France's No. 1 with great aplomb. The AC Milan star is a brilliant shot-stopper, known at the San Siro for coming up clutch in big moments, and one of the best ball-playing goalkeepers. His contract situation is likely to make him the subject of much interest in upcoming windows and a Premier League move would be no surprise. 4. David Raya (Arsenal) Eyebrows were raised when Mikel Arteta opted to sign David Raya just a year after splashing the cash on Aaron Ramsdale, but the Spanish stopper quickly became Arsenal's number one and has taken his game to new heights at the Emirates Stadium. Raya, 29, is renowned for his ball-playing skills and willingness to quickly start attacks - a staple of Artetaball - but it is his cat-like reflexes that could help the Gunners end their trophy drought this season. 3. Alisson (Liverpool) Liverpool spent big on Alisson in 2018 and it would prove an inspired investment. The silky-smooth shot-stopper that has been an integral cog during the Reds' trophy-laden spell in recent years, it is difficult to think of a goalkeeper more perfect for the modern era than Alisson. The Brazilian combines lightning-fast reflexes, excellent positioning and a huge frame with an ability to start attacks and involve himself in build-up play. 2. Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid) Thibaut Courtois is a towering presence in the Real Madrid goal but it's the way he manipulates his 6ft 7in frame that has put him among the best shot-stoppers in the game for so many years. His glittering CV speaks for itself. Wherever he has gone, from Genk to the Bernabeu, trophies have followed and now, well into his 30s, the Belgian remains one of the most consistent goalkeepers in the world. 1. Gianluigi Donnarumma (Man City) Gianluigi Donnarumma was destined for greatness when he made his debut for AC Milan at the age of 16 and he's gone on to establish himself as one of the world's leading goalkeepers. A remarkable shot-stopper with a massive reach, the Italian helped PSG finally win the Champions League last season and was rewarded with his second Yashin Trophy in September. Now at Man City, Premier League fans are beginning to properly understand just how good he is. Who is the best goalkeeper in the world? There are better ball players and those more assured under the high ball but Gianluigi Donnarumma is the best goalkeeper in the world right now. That he has joined Pep Guardiola at Man City is a scary thought, as is the prospect of the 26-year-old getting even better under the Spanish coach. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Bleach filler list: The episodes you can skip
Bleach boasts an amazing backlog of episodes - but some stories are more important than others.
Known as one of the "big three" 2000s-era anime series alongside One Piece and Naruto, Bleach is a bona fide classic. An icon of the shonen genre, it influenced a generation of anime fans and creators following its original debut in 2004. However, no long-running anime series is completely free from padding, and at 366 episodes long, this dark fantasy masterpiece does indeed include some filler. Adapting the manga series by Tite Kubo, Bleach includes a lot of subplots that don't directly relate to the central plot, or add new canon to the original source material. As such, many of those episodes are considered nonessential viewing. At the same time, there's debate over what "filler" really means here. The show features some memorable moments (for instance the introduction of the Bount) which you can technically skip in favour of more plot-centric storylines. But these sections can still be exciting and rewarding to watch. Basically, the question here is whether you want to be a completist and marathon your way through 366 episodes, or if you'd prefer a more stripped-down version of the show, trimming away the less important subplots. With more than half of Bleach's current episodes being characterized as filler, the second option is certainly more efficient. So if you want to know which episodes to skip, read on! What are Bleach's filler episodes? Running for 16 seasons between 2004 and 2012, the original Bleach series included 166 filler episodes, covering lighter side-stories and detours from the central plot. For example, there's one episode where the supporting characters Ikkaku and Yumichika, a duo of soul reapers, embark on a mission to the human world, which basically amounts to an entertaining but pointless standalone story. Elsewhere in the show, you'll find stereotypical fan-service episodes, alongside slice-of-life moments that don't offer much in the way of plot or character development. If you're planning to skip those sections, here's our list of filler episodes to avoid: Episode 33 Episode 50 Episodes 64-108 Episodes 128-137 Episodes 147-149 Episodes 168-189 Episodes 204-205 Episodes 213-214 Episodes 227-265 Episode 266 Episode 287 Episode 298 Episode 299 Episodes 303-305 Episodes 311-316 Episodes 317-341 Episodes 355 While a few of these episodes do help to flesh out the broader Bleach canon (for instance by setting up the Bleach: Hell Verse film), if you watch all of them then you'll spend just as much time engaging with filler as following the main plot. What filler episodes are a must-watch? Regarding the question of what actually qualifies as "filler," a couple of these arcs do add something meaningful to the story, even if they're generally classified as filler material by Bleach fans. The first would be the Bount arc, which covers episodes 64-108. This arc introduces a new race of dangerous supernatural villains, but since it doesn't appear in the original manga, it's seen by some as an unnecessary addition. So while it's dramatically rewarding to watch, it's not actually relevant to later arcs. Later on, in episodes 311-316, we get some insight into the Reigai Uprising, establishing a more serious and gritty tone for the show going forward. If you skip that section, you may miss out on some important context. This sequence then leads into an arc where Kageroza Inaba creates Modified Soul copies of the Gotei 13, placing them in Reigai bodies. He then uses these bodies to attack the Soul Society, so if you skip these episodes, you'll miss some important context for the final status of the Soul Society. In terms of sheer entertainment value, the Zanpakuto Unknown Tales episodes (230-265) offer new insight into the show's main characters and fantasy worldbuilding. This arc explores how a Shinigami's Zanpakuto (or sentient weapon) can rebel against its master, disrupting our expectations for how this kind of relationship typically plays out. How to watch Bleach in the UK All 16 seasons of Bleach are available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. 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Naruto and Naruto Shippuden filler list: The episodes you can miss
Naruto and Naruto Shippuden have legendary episodes – but there's still plenty you can skip if you want to.
Naruto is one of the most iconic anime franchises in existence – a status it enjoys both due to its longevity, and thanks to its continuing popularity with kids. Its nostalgia value is undeniable. For many anime fans, Naruto was the show that made them fall in love with the medium, and for that reason alone it's widely regarded as a must-watch. Adapted from a long-running manga series by writer and artist Masashi Kishimoto, Naruto (and its sequel series Naruto Shippuden) is a ninja adventure story about an orphan boy named Naruto Uzumaki, who wants to grow up to become the Hokage (or leader) of Leaf Village. His journey involves training in martial arts and battling an ever-increasing number of enemies. While this is obviously an action franchise, the violence is kid-friendly, balanced out by comedic moments and storylines about love and friendship. In terms of sheer volume, Naruto is also one of the biggest anime/manga franchises around. Alongside the original comics, fans can enjoy spin-off video games, live-action adaptations, a vast array of merchandise, and even a musical. As for the actual anime, Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden boast an intimidating 700+ episodes combined, running from 2002 to 2017. And after that there's the sequel series Boruto, which ran for almost 300 further episodes. Given the length of those two original Naruto adaptations, it's no surprise that some of those episodes are filler. While seriously dedicated fans may want to watch every single episode, you can definitely skip some sections and still enjoy all the important parts of the story. But which bits qualify as essential viewing? Happily, we're here to help you answer that question. Read on for our guide to all the filler episodes in Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden, advising you on which episodes you can comfortably skip. What are the Naruto filler episodes? For newcomers to the world of Naruto, the following episodes are all generally agreed to be filler: 26 - Special Report: Live from the Forest of Death! 97 - Kidnapped! Naruto's Hot Spring Adventure! 101-106 - The Land of Tea Escort Mission Arc 136-140 - The Land of Rice Fields Investigation Mission Arc 143-219 You may notice that this list includes an eyebrow-raising run of 77 consecutive episodes. That's because this chunk of later episodes don't include anying that really develops the main characters or drives the plot forward. Some fans consider them to be a waste of time, but if you're concerned about skipping such a long section of the show, you can obviously drop in and check out a couple of episodes to get an idea of the tone. For instance episodes 169 to 173 see Naruto, Ino and Shino join forces with Anko for some higher-level missions, giving us a new perspective on how these characters work as a team and forge bonds together. Meanwhile episodes 102 to 106 cover a period after the Konoha Five fail to return with Sasuke. It's basically an extended conclusion to the Sasuke Retrieval arc, leading into the next storyline without really adding anything to the main plot. Read more: How old is Naruto? Explaining his timeline Is Naruto dead in Boruto? Naruto fans crown most popular character – and he's getting a spin-off What are the Naruto Shippuden filler episodes? Acting as a direct sequel to the original series, Naruto Shippuden continues the story two years later, meaning that our titular protagonist is now a little older. Clocking in at 500 episodes, this series represents a major undertaking for completists. However nearly 200 episodes of Naruto Shippuden are considered to be filler. If you want to enjoy a lean, stripped-down version of Naruto Shippuden, here's the list of episodes to skip: 57-71 - Twelve Guardian Ninja Arc 91-112 - Three-Tails' Appearance Arc 144-151 - Six-Tails Unleashed Arc 170-171 176-196 - Past Arc: The Locus of Konoha 223-242 - Paradise Life on a Boat Arc 257-260 271 279-295 - Fourth Shinobi World War: Confrontation Arc 303-320 347-361 - Fourth Shinobi World War: Climax / Kakashi's Anbu Arc 376-377 388-390 394-413 - In Naruto's Footsteps: The Friends' Paths Arc 416-431 - Birth of the Ten-Tails' Jinchuriki Arc 427-450 - Jiraiya Shinobi Handbook: The Tale of Naruto the Hero Arc 464-468 - Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes Arc 480-483 - Childhood Arc As with our filler list for the original Naruto, a lot of these episodes either don't add anything to the core plot, or introduce new and extraneous material that didn't occur in the original manga. However there's some debate over whether the Kakashi: Shadow of the ANBU Black Ops arc (episodes 347 - 361) qualifies as filler or not. This section fleshes out the role of Kakashi (one of the strongest Naruto characters), and gives the Hyūuga sisters a more prominent role. So while it isn't necessary viewing for plot purposes, a lot of fans love these episodes for their strong character moments and action scenes. Likewise episodes 464 - 468 have plenty to offer, despite their reputation as filler. This brief arc explores a key element of the show's worldbuilding, the history of the Shinobi. So it's important viewing for lore-heads. How to watch Naruto in the UK For fans based in the UK, both Naruto and Naruto Shippuden are available to watch on Crunchyroll. You can also watch Naruto via Netflix, but that platform doesn't currently offer Naruto Shippuden. Over in the US, Naruto is one of several well-known anime shows that are now available for free on YouTube in a subtitled format. Unfortunately for international viewers though, those YouTube streams are geo-locked to the US - and don't include the dubbed versions of the show. View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
One Piece filler guide: All canon and skippable episodes
With now over 1100 episodes to its name, the One Piece anime is ever than ever, but that means there might be more filler episodes to distinguish from the canon ones, too — making you need a watch guide like this one to follow the adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's manga properly. If you're coming back in the series after some time away, the anime's general premise is the same as it was back when One Piece first aired in 1999: a mischievous rubber man, Monkey D Luffy, has set off on a pirate journey to assemble a crew, reach the Grand Line, and find the franchise's titular treasure that will earn him the name of King of the Pirates. You'd think such a story wouldn't take over 26 years and 1140-something episodes to finish, but both the manga and anime cover a multitude of different stories as part of that overarching plot. In order to help widen the gaps between the manga and anime, though, the latter sometimes introduces filler episodes that are completely disconnected from the source material. These give the manga creators time to catch up, but we know there are plenty of fans who want nothing more than to skip them and just get to the core story. To help give you the best watching experience of all of One Piece's arcs to fit your preferences, we'll take you through which anime episodes are filler and canon, what's a mixture of the two, and where you can watch the whole series right now. Which One Piece episodes are purely skippable filler? After confirming reports by Crunchyroll and Anime Filler List, the complete list of One Piece episodes that are entirely skippable filler is as follows: Episodes 54-60: Warship Island arc Episodes 98-99: Arabasta arc Episode 102: Arabasta arc Episodes 131-135: Post-Arabasta arc Episodes 136-138: Goat Island arc Episodes 139-143: Ruluka Island arc Episodes 196-206: G-8 arc Episodes 220-225: Ocean’s Dream arc Episodes 279-283: Enies Lobby Arc Episodes 291-292: Enies Lobby Arc Episode 303: Enies Lobby Arc Episodes 317-319: Post-Enies Lobby Arc Episodes 326-336: Ice Hunter arc Episodes 382-384: Spa Island arc Episodes 406-407: Boss Luffy arc Episodes 426-429: Little East Blue arc Episodes 457-458: Marineford arc Episode 492: Post-War arc Episode 542: Fish-Man Island arc Episodes 575-578: Z’s Ambition arc Episode 590: Punk Hazard arc Episodes 626-627: Caesar’s Retrieval arc Episodes 747-750: Silver Mine arc Episodes 780-782: Marine Rookie arc Episodes 895-896: Cidre Guild arc Episode 907: Romance Dawn arc Episodes 1029-1030: Uta arc To clarify, we're referring to 'pure filler' as in content that is entirely original to the anime and was not adapted from the manga whatsoever. These can either be add-ons to currently existing arcs, or arcs that are exclusive to the anime altogether. For instance, episodes 131-143; the Post-Arabasta arc, Goat Island arc, and Ruluka Island arc; were stories that were not featured in manga at all — essentially adding more between the Alabasta and Jaya arcs. Meanwhile, episodes 98-99 were extra inclusions to the Alabasta arc. Of course, you're free to try out watching some of the filler arcs if you wish, but the rule of thumb is that these are somewhat lower quality than the manga-faithful episodes. These One Piece episodes are 100 per cent skippable if you're going for a viewing experience that follows the manga. Which One Piece episodes are mixed canon and filler? In anime like One Piece, mixed canon/filler episodes refer to those with a mix of both content that is still featured in the manga, but shares screen time with filler material as well. As laid out by the hardworking team at Anime Filler List and double-confirmed by Radio Times, the complete list of One Piece episodes that are mixed canon and filler is as follows: Episodes 45-47: Arlong Park & Buggy Side Story arcs Episode 61: Warship Island arc Episodes 68-69: Koby and Helmeppo arc Episode 101: Alabasta arc Episode 226: Foxy’s Return Arc Episode 354: Thriller Bark arc Episode 421: Amazon Lily arc Episode 489: Marineford arc Episode 520: Return to Sabaody arc Episode 574: Fish-Man Island arc Episode 625: Punk Hazard arc Episode 628: Caesar Retrieval arc Episode 633: Dressrosa arc Episode 653: Dressrosa arc Episode 657: Dressrosa arc Episode 679: Dressrosa arc Episode 690: Dressrosa arc Episode 731: Dressrosa arc Episode 738: Dressrosa arc Episode 751: Zou Arc Episodes 777-778: Zou Arc Episode 789: Whole Cake Island arc Episode 803: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 878-879: Reverie arc Episodes 881-885: Reverie arc Episodes 887-890: Reverie & Land of Wano Arc Act 1 arcs Episode 924: Land of Wano Arc Act 3 arc Episodes 988-989: Land of Wano Arc Act 3 arc Episode 991: Land of Wano Arc Act 3 The general rule around these episodes is that they're technically optional as well, but fit in nicely with the fully canon One Piece episodes, since they flesh out a bit more of the story in their respective arcs. The exceptions might be those like episode 61, which is the conclusion of the entirely filler Warship Island arc – which might be confusing to those jumping straight in. Nevertheless, episodes like these are still a good bit of fun and are worth the additional tidbits of manga-faithful material. View Green Video on the source website Which One Piece episodes are completely canon? After reconfirming the findings by Crunchyroll and Anime Filler List, we've found that the complete list of One Piece episodes that are entirely faithful to the manga is as follows: Episodes 1-44: East Blue arc Episodes 48-49: Loguetown arc Episodes 52-53: East Blue arc Episodes 62-67: Arabasta arc Episodes 70-92: Drum Island & Arabasta arcs Episodes 94-97: Arabasta arc Episode 100: Arabasta arc Episodes 103-130: Arabasta arc Episodes 144-195: Jaya & Skypiea arcs Episodes 207-212: Long Ring Long Land arc Episodes 217-219: Long Ring Long Land arc Episodes 227-278: Enies Lobby arc Episodes 284-290: Enies Lobby arc Episodes 293-302: Enies Lobby arc Episodes 304-316: Enies Lobby arc & Post-Enies Lobby arcs Episodes 320-325: Post-Enies Lobby arc Episodes 337-353: Thriller Bark arc Episodes 355-381: Thriller Bark arc Episodes 385-405: Sabaody Archipelago arc Episodes 408-417: Amazon Lily arc Episodes 422-425: Impel Down arc Episodes 430-452: Impel Down arc Episodes 459-488: Marineford arc Episodes 490-491: Post-War arc Episodes 493-496: Post-War arc Episodes 500-505: Post-War arc Episodes 507-519: Post-War & Return to Sabaody arcs Episodes 521-541: Return to Sabaody and Fish-Man Island arcs Episodes 543-573: Fish-Man Island arc Episodes 579-589: Punk Hazard arc Episodes 591-624: Punk Hazard arc Episodes 629-632: Dressrosa arc Episodes 634-652: Dressrosa arc Episodes 654-656: Dressrosa arc Episodes 658-678: Dressrosa arc Episodes 680-689: Dressrosa arc Episodes 691-730: Dressrosa arc Episodes 732-736: Dressrosa arc Episodes 739-746: Dressrosa arc Episodes 752-774: Zou arc Episode 776: Zou arc Episode 779: Zou arc Episodes 783-788: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 790-802: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 804-806: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 808-877: Whole Cake Island arc Episode 880: Whole Cake Island arc Episode 886: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 891-894: Wano Country arc Episodes 897-906: Wano Country arc Episodes 908-923: Wano Country arc Episodes 925-987: Wano Country arc Episode 990: Wano Country arc Episodes 992-1028: Wano Country arc Episodes 1031-1083: Wano Country arc Episodes 1085-1145: Egghead arc Where to watch One Piece in the UK and US All episodes of the One Piece anime are available to watch right now on Crunchyroll, both in the UK and US. UK viewers can also find the One Piece anime on Netflix. If you're in the UK and don't feel like paying for a subscription, One Piece is also available to watch on BBC iPlayer. Keep in mind, however, that iPlayer only has access to the English dub, which has only covered up to episode 1088. You also need to have a paid TV license in order to access the BBC iPlayer service. In the US, the One Piece anime is also available to watch via streaming services like Netflix & Hulu, but they are regularly behind Crunchyroll in terms of current episodes as well. Read more: One Piece anime confirms return date after 6-month hiatus You can catch One Piece on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Our comprehensive round-up of the 10 best midfielders in the world in 2025.
In the heart of every great team lies its engine room. Midfielders in the modern game are required to do it all - break up play, drive their side forward, provide a creative spark and find the net themselves. The best of the best come in different shapes and sizes, from physical enforcers to all-action athletes and poetic playmakers, but it is their influence on games that really defines them. Picking just 10 from the wealth of talent in the game today is no mean feat. We've looked at out-and-out midfielders rather than those that play a little further forward while to guide our hand, we’ve judged players on their talent, recent success and production, and aesthetics. RadioTimes.com brings you our definitive list of the 10 best midfielders in the world in 2025. Check our more football features: Best players of all time Best players in the world 2025 Best strikers in the world 2025 Best wingers in the world 2025 Best defenders in the world 2025 Best goalkeepers in the world 2025 Best young players in the world 2025 Best teams in the world 2025 10. Scott McTominay (Napoli) Scott McTominay enjoyed one of the great seasons in 2024/25. Underappreciated at Man Utd, the Scot has become a fan favourite at Napoli and was named Serie A player of the season after helping them to win the title. McTominay's constant energy, driving runs forward, and goal-scoring talents make him a perfect fit for Antonio Conte, and in return, the Italian coach has turned him into a top player. 9. Federico Valverde (Real Madrid) Great midfielders raise the levels of the players around them. Enter Real Madrid’s Fede Valverde. The Uruguayan has had to work to establish himself but has become a key piece of the Los Blancos puzzle with his ceaseless industry, smart passing, and ferocious right foot. Though he is often overshadowed by the stars at the Bernabeu, he gets his dues on this list. 8. Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool) Ryan Gravenberch's ascent in recent years has been a little unexpected but the Dutchman has become the key cog in Liverpool's Premier League-winning midfield. Gravenberch combines defensive solidity with calm yet incisive distribution, driving runs forward, and even a proper goal threat. It's easy to forget – and frightening for those outside Anfield – that he is still just 23. 7. Joao Neves (PSG) Beating off other European giants in the race for Joao Neves might prove to be one of the best pieces of business that PSG ever do and has already delivered them the Champions League. It's rare to see a diminutive midfielder be as defensively dominant as the 21-year-old is, while he is nothing short of brilliant with the ball at his feet and has the agility to weave through defenders. 6. Moises Caicedo (Chelsea) Moises Caicedo faced a lot of early criticism but is living up to his hefty price tag at Stamford Bridge under Enzo Maresca. The amount of ground he covers and defensive work he gets through can often mean his quality on the ball is overlooked but the Ecuadorian is fast becoming one of the Premier League's most complete midfielders. 5. Vitinha (PSG) Vitinha established himself as one of the world's finest midfielders as he helped PSG end their long wait for Champions League success last season. The Portugal international is ridiculously composed and smart in possession, which, alongside his vision, allows him to pull the strings and run games from the centre of the park. 4. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) Jude Bellingham has thrived in the Real Madrid pressure cooker and followed up his remarkable debut campaign with a strong second season. Whether it's in a holding role or further forward, the Birmingham boy turned global superstar continues to take hold of games and has shown a talent for producing in big moments– something England fans will hope to see continue at the World Cup in 2026. 3. Rodri (Man City) Were it not for his recent ACL injury, the Man City and Spain midfield general would likely still top this list. Rodri offers an unparalleled defensive presence in the middle of the park while his creativity and penchant for important goals are underrated. Man City's struggles without him only served to further emphasise his talents but his time on the sidelines has allowed others to move above him in our thoughts. 2. Pedri (Barcelona Still just 22, Pedri is already among the finest midfield operators in the world. His dazzling feet, clever movement and brilliant passing make him a nightmare for opposing sides and a joy to watch. Standing out in Barcelona and Spain squads stacked with talent is not easy but the Spaniard always shines, no matter whether he's on a domestic, European, or international stage. 1. Declan Rice (Arsenal) Declan Rice has established himself as a truly world-class all-action midfielder since arriving at Arsenal and, in our eyes, the finest player at the position in the game. The 26-year-old's defensive strengths and ability to drive his side forward have long been clear but the attacking quality and set-piece threat that he has shown for the Gunners have seen him reach new heights. Who is the best midfielder in the world? No one is more influential from the middle of the park – both with and without the ball – than Declan Rice. He will be central to Arsenal's trophy charge this season and to England's hopes of winning the World Cup 2026. 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How to watch all Demon Slayer arcs in chronological order: All anime seasons & movies
The way to view the whole anime series correctly, now that the Infinity Castle films are in the mix.
With the first Infinity Castle movie out, the ongoing watch order for the Demon Slayer anime has just gotten bigger, but there are some key tidbits to keep in mind if you want to see the whole series correctly in chronological order. Whether you're checking the anime out for the first time or are simply revisiting the show whilst waiting for Infinity Castle Part 2, there's no better time to get into the anime that's been taking the medium's world by storm over the years. After all, the tale of Tanjiro Kamado's journey to climb up the ranks of the Demon Slayers, and avenge his family against Muzan Kibutsuji, who transformed his sister into a demon, is essentially a modern classic at this point. However, Demon Slayer's own success has ended up making certain parts a bit confusing for some fans – with anime TV seasons and movies covering the same events making what and what not to watch slightly confusing. For any anime lover who wants to watch Demon Slayer the right way, including which anime chapters to check out and where you can find them, this quick and easy watch guide will take you through all you need to know. How to watch Demon Slayer in order – your recommended watch order Starting with the 26-episode first season from 2019, all the way up to the Infinity Castle trilogy, the correct chronological watch order for the Demon Slayer anime TV seasons and movies is as follows: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season 1 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train OR Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season 2 - Mugen Train Arc Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season 2 - Entertainment District Arc Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba - To the Swordsmith Village OR Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba season 3 - Swordsmith Village Arc Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba - To the Hashira Training OR Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba season 4 - Hashira Training Arc Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle movie Part 1 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle movie Part 2 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle movie Part 3 Why are there movies and anime seasons for almost every Demon Slayer arc? The reason that most seasons of Demon Slayer also have movie options is that each film covers the anime series' equivalent events for a cinematic release. There will be some very slight differences, but the story being told in each is the same overall. For example, Demon Slayer's Mugen Train movie has a higher production quality, but the arc's coverage in the first half of the anime's season 2, will provide some extra detail (since it came out after the cinematic version) while also being slightly longer. The next film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Swordsmith Village, covers the final two episodes of season 2, and the premiere episode of season 3. So there's also some overlap there. After that, season 3 adapts the Swordsmith Village arc from the manga, followed by the Hashira Training arc in season 4 – and its equivalent movie, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba – To the Hashira Training. Do I need to watch both the movies and TV seasons? It might be good to see both the film and TV seasons across different chronological viewings of Demon Slayer altogether, but watching all of them back-to-back is definitely not necessary. Will there be a Demon Slayer season 5? View oEmbed on the source website Despite the confusing precedent set by the other films, the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movies will not be adapted into a season 5 of the TV anime. Starting with 2025's Infinity Castle part 1, that and the remaining two films of the trilogy will conclude the entire Demon Slayer anime franchise. We haven't been given exact clarification as to why, but we're assuming it's along the lines of wanting to go out with a bang in the biggest way possible, rather stretch things out with a TV anime adaptation of slightly lower quality. With how quickly Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle went on to achieve various broken box office records, it's definitely worked in studio Ufotable and distributor Crunchyroll's favour. The manga's epic Infinity Castle arc then follows in the Infinity Castle trilogy of new movies, the first of which is out now and has broken box office records. Where to watch Demon Slayer in the UK and US The best place to watch Demon Slayer in the UK, US, and other territories is Crunchyroll — as this is home to all of the anime's TV seasons and movies, both in the English dub and Japanese version with subtitles. However, if you've already got a Netflix or Hulu (US-only) subscription, Demon Slayer is available there as well; we'd only recommend Netflix or Hulu if you're set on not seeing any of the movie versions of the anime's covered story arcs, though, since this particular streaming service does not have any of those films currently available. How many episodes of Demon Slayer are there? At the time of writing, there are 63 episodes of Demon Slayer. If you are short on time, you can watch the equivalent but shorter Demon Slayer movies above, so you can be generally caught up before watching Infinity Castle. All four seasons of Demon Slayer are currently available to watch on Crunchyroll. Visit our Fantasy hub for the latest news and features, or find something to watch with our TV Guide and Streaming Guide. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
14 cosy games to snuggle up with this autumn – including one where you run a bookshop
Stay cosy with these games and avoid the autumnal blues.
Autumn is the perfect time to snuggle up with a cosy game. Whether you want to run a tiny bookshop or unpack a load of boxes, there's a cosy game for that. If anything will help you get through the cold months ahead, it's the smooth-brain lo-fi chill vibes of cosy gaming. When we spoke to the developers of the upcoming cosy game Moonlight Peaks, they were keen to praise this sub-genre that is always providing good vibes. Producer Erik Kors said: "I think, during COVID, there were a lot of people that started with Animal Crossing. And don't get me wrong, it helps [game developers] if a lot people start playing a certain game genre, and I think a lot of people got introduced to gaming in that way," Game director Yannis added: "Next to that, it's fair to say that games in general provide a bit of escapism, right? And, I mean, there's a lot of awful things going on in the world, and cosy games are a good escape for that as well. So they provide some comfort, and yeah, a really nice place to be." Indeed, as the nights get longer, the weather gets colder and any evening plans start to look less appealing, you may well find yourself being drawn to quaint, calm, low-stakes games to play at home. If that’s the case, we have you covered. Here are 14 games which’ll give you a cosy autumnal feel without having to leave the house. Stardew Valley If you're into your cosy games, chances are that you've at least heard of Stardew Valley. And if you haven't already had the pleasure of playing it, prepare to say goodbye to all your spare time. In the game, you'll inherit your grandfather's old farm plot in a place called — you guessed it — Stardew Valley. It's a simple setup, and the graphics are charmingly basic too, but the gameplay loop will suck you in for days. As the official synopsis puts it, "Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?" Eric Barone, also known as Concerned Ape, is the solo developer of Stardew Valley. And while you wait for his next game, Haunted Chocolatier, it'll be well worth your time to take a trip to Stardew Valley and see for yourself what all the fuss is about. Buy Stardew Valley on Nintendo Switch (Amazon) Buy Stardew Valley on PlayStation Buy Stardew Valley on Steam Buy Stardew Valley on Xbox Buy Stardew Valley on iPhone Buy Stardew Valley on Google Play Unpacking Unpacking is a perfect example of a cosy game that goes above and beyond the call of duty to deliver a truly memorable experience. On paper, it looks like a simple task-completing game. Indeed, it gives you a series of boxes to empty and rooms to arrange, and it won't outstay its welcome. It's also something far deeper than that. As you move through the game's levels, you'll gradually piece together the story behind the boxes you're unpacking. There's love, loss and loads more to discover as you come to understand why each move has happened. Low stakes, high enjoyment – it's everything you need from a cosy game! Buy Unpacking on Switch (Amazon) Buy Unpacking on Steam Buy Unpacking on PlayStation Buy Unpacking on Xbox Tiny Bookshop Let’s face it, everyone who loves reading has had a dream about opening their own bookshop and having thoughtful conversations with likeminded customers while sharing your impeccably curated selection with the world. Well, with Tiny Bookshop, you can live that dream as you enter the fictional seaside town of Bookstonbury with your own trailer and a dream to keep the literate town afloat with your latest stock. Players can decorate their trailer however they see fit, with a remarkable number of objects open to buying in various stages of the game. And of course, you must maintain a well-stocked trailer, so it’s best to hit the newspaper listings every day and pick out the best boxes of books from all sorts of genres to make sure you’re giving the punters what they want. You’re encouraged to tailor your stock and your trailer for different locations with the main aim of selling out every day – which is surprisingly harder than you think… and the best bit is meeting the weird and wonderful residents of Bookstonbury who will come to your shop every single day and ask for recommendations. You get to scour your shelves made up of real books and a couple of fictional ones to find the right thing for them – or something a little bit different that might pique their interests. It’s easy to find yourself completely immersed in the world of Bookstonbury as you make your way through the seasons to new locations to sell your books. You get to tittle-tattle with the locals, cause a little bit of mischief with some tasks, and even get to adopt a dog, making this one for the booklovers and the gossips among us. Sign us up! Buy Tiny Bookshop on Steam Buy Tiny Bookshop on Switch A Little to the Left As the official synopsis puts it: "A Little to the Left is a cozy puzzle game that has you sort, stack, and organise household items into pleasing arrangements." There is, of course, a catch! You'll need to keep your eyes peeled for "a mischievous cat with an inclination for chaos". Even cosy games need something for the player to rally against. There are over 100 "satisfying messes to tidy" in this chilled puzzle experience. And if that sounds like your cup of tea, what are you waiting for? Buy A Little to the Left on Steam Buy A Little to the Left on Xbox Buy A Little to the Left on PlayStation Buy A Little to the Left on Switch Buy A Little to the Left on iPhone Buy A Little to the Left on Google Play Bugsnax Created by Young Horses, the team behind Octodad: Dadliest Catch, Bugsnax rarely takes its tongue out of its cheek. If Rare had developed Pokémon in the 1990s, it might have felt like this. Playing as a hard-boiled journalist on the tail of a missing explorer, you arrive at an island occupied by critters who are halfway between, as you may well guess, a bug and a snack. There are 112 to capture and feed to others in order to progress – with punning portmanteau names like Shishkabug, Flapjackarak and Cinnasnail. Kevin Zuhn’s script has the same goofily dry humour, and its cast of muppet-adjacent characters - who you’ll have to interview to progress the story - are impeccably titled. In the course of your investigation, you’ll be happily acquainted with Texan ketchup-farmer Wambus Troubleham, obnoxious photographer Beffica Winklesnoot, and general practitioner Eggabell Batternugget. Even though Bugsnax is suffused with off-the-wall wholesomeness, there’s a morbid secret at the heart of Snaktooth Island, but we’ll leave you to uncover it. Even as the story gets darker, the action keeps its dedication to silliness. Buy Bugsnax for Nintendo Switch from the Nintendo eShop Buy Bugsnax for PS4 from Amazon Buy Bugsnax for PS5 from Amazon Buy Bugsnax for Xbox One and Series X/S from the Microsoft Store Buy Bugsnax for PC from Steam Untitled Goose Game Swans may be the property of the crown, but it’s geese who think they own the place. Untitled Goose Game invites you to step into the webbed feet of a particularly antisocial bird, a bird who can’t have a relaxing afternoon unless several others have been ruined. Heartwarming cel-shaded graphics and short musical snippets of Debussy’s piano Préludes give this one the air of a leisurely jaunt – but make no mistake, your modus operandi is to be as mean as possible. Over the length of about three hours, you’ll drop a bucket onto a punter, relocate a delicious lunch and cause a man to shatter his dartboard, to name just a few hijinks. It’s cosy and it simmers with lazy energy – but we can’t help but feel that it’s also a way to develop dark triad personality features. Rarely have we felt so morally compromised by a game as when stealing a small, confused boy’s model aeroplane and then doubling back to pinch his glasses. There’s no abuse like goose abuse. Buy Untitled Goose Game for Nintendo Switch from Amazon Buy Untitled Goose Game for PC from Steam Buy Untitled Goose Game for PS4 from Amazon Buy Untitled Goose Game for Xbox One and Series X/S from the Microsoft Store Bee Simulator If Bugsnax hasn’t fulfilled your creepy-crawly quota, there’s an even more low-tempo insect game to try. Climate change and habitat loss are famously making life hard for our humble Hymenoptera, so we’re on board with anything that gives bees a PR boost. The ‘simulator’ part of this game’s title is a tad misleading – this isn’t an intensely detailed recreation, but more of a storybook version of beehood. To call its tone ‘twee’ would be to undersell how honey-sweet it is – your character’s name is ‘Beescuit’, and no questionable pun on the word ‘bee’ is left unexploited as you island-hop from pollen source to pollen source. Some of the controls can be a bit bumbling, though, and moving up and down feels jerky at times, as though your bee’s just woken up from a long nap. The best part of the game has to be the stirring, romantic soundtrack from Mikołaj Stroiński, who worked on The Witcher 3. The whole atmosphere is unbeatable for a sunny Sunday with no commitments, perfect for a chilled barbecue. BYO-Bee. Buy Bee Simulator for Nintendo Switch from Amazon Buy Bee Simulator for PS4 from Amazon Buy Bee Simulator for Xbox One from Amazon Buy Bee Simulator for PC (Steam) from CDKeys Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker may lure you into a comparable state of unstable relaxation. On the one hand, it’s frankly adorable, inspired by Japanese hakoniwa, small boxed gardens which often have miniature figures placed inside them. On the other hand, it won’t give your brain an easy ride. If a toddler watches you play this game, twisting miniature dioramas so that a joyful cartoon mushroom can uncover their beloved stars, they might be lulled into an afternoon doze. What they’d be missing is the steam coming out of your ears as you try to reverse engineer Nintendo EAD’s intricate primary-coloured Rubik’s Cubes. Even as you put your noggin to good use, the stakes are gloriously low. Captain Toad can’t jump, nor is he very inclined to move quickly. There is no Kingdom-ending danger here, as the yelping, fluting, whistling soundtrack will assure you. Captain Toad is just a fungus who’s up for a challenge, as we all should be. Buy Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker for Nintendo Switch from Amazon Eastshade It’s a great time to raid your savings and book a flight to any country which has rolling vistas more appealing than a Morrison’s car park. If your overdraft’s a bit imperilled, though, we can heartily recommend Eastshade, which will see you becoming an itinerant painter who’s shipwrecked on an aesthetically pleasing island, occupied by a range of bawdy animal-people. The coast of Eastshade is a sedate one, and the activities it offers are as soothing as aloe vera on a sunburn: you’ll spend time crafting canvases, conversing with eccentrics, and framing your next masterpiece. The questing here has the feeling of the downtime in Majora’s Mask or the Elder Scrolls – you’ll be doing neighbourly, entirely non-stressful tasks like giving dating advice to a merchant, or painting a heroic portrait of a chicken, while wandering hallowed woods adorned with butterflies. Eastshade is gaming as aftercare, guaranteed to lower your heart rate. If you’ve had one too many ciders at sports day, then daubing a portrait of a woman with the head of a deer might be the only thing you can deal with. Buy Eastshade for Xbox One and Series X/S from the Microsoft Store Buy Eastshade for PS4 and PS5 from the PlayStation Store Buy Eastshade for PC from Steam Chibi-Robo The release of the Switch 2 and its accompanying online GameCube library has prodded a few undervalued classics back into the gaming public’s consciousness, not the least of which is the bonsai-sized android simulator Chibi-Robo. At 10 centimetres tall, the titular robo is a half-pint-sized hero with a plug on his tail that will need the occasional charge to restore full vim and vigour. The story places this metal housekeeping droid to look after the young girl of a family, a little like if Robin Williams's Bicentennial Man were shrunk to pocket-sized proportions. In this case, your owner Jenny is a rather eccentric girl who only speaks in ribbits – and while this isn’t a work of gritty social realism, there is a little thematic complexity to the story as the Sanderson family’s ‘moolah’ problems become clear. To begin to sort out their issues, you’ll have to make do with what you kind find on the floor – a toothbrush, a spoon, a dog tag. It might be too hot to do your real chores – but in this case, it can be incredible fun to deal with someone else’s. Spyro 2 (Spyro Reignited) There’s a Saturday morning nostalgia about this game, with its mild cartoon peril and heady surreal mixture of spelunking mice, nonchalant fauns and bumbling monks. It’s a sort of gentle fever-dream, so don’t expect everything to make sense. Why does the amply-winged Spyro need to learn to climb ladders? No, this is a place beyond rationality. Summer Forest, the first hub world, is a demi-paradise, where sheep spring, waterways tumble on, and your dragonfly assistant Spark can, against all the logic of the food chain, eat as many frogs as they like. Calming exterior aside, Spyro 2 will occasionally test your mettle, like when it impels you to charge into several gyrating hula girls in a row. You might think that the dragon’s name comes from fire – ‘pyro’. But this is a game that you can put on to steady yourself, a dragon world where nothing can go too wrong – so maybe it’s more like the Spanish ‘espiro’ – to breathe. Buy Spyro Reignited Trilogy (Steam key) from CDKeys Buy Spyro Reignited Trilogy for Xbox One and Series X/S from CDKeys Buy Spyro Reignited Trilogy for PS4 from Amazon Bear and Breakfast Bear and Breakfast certainly subscribes to the cutesy model of ursine life. The title gives a big clue as to the game’s setup – you control Hank, a bear with insomnia who comes into possession of a B&B via a creepy shark he meets in the woods. This is a management game that’s laid-back, even when you start to operate a small chain of wooden establishments. It’s not too open-ended, with a clear linear story which sends you on a raft of errands – like helping Charlotte, a witch who’s also a crocodile, who’s run out of charcoal lilies for her pickle juice. ‘Humans are wack,’ says Will the drunk bird, ‘I read it in a magazine’. Even so, they have disposable income, and if you’re serious about acquiring the bear necessities then you’ll need to run a tight ship as a hotelier. And all of it is very enjoyable, but why they didn’t choose the title ‘BearBnB’, we may never know. Buy Bear and Breakfast (Steam key) from CDkeys Buy Bear and Breakfast for Nintendo Switch from Amazon Buy Bear and Breakfast for PS4 from the PlayStation Store Dave the Diver As the weather gets colder, many of us yearn for a sunny beach. Dave the Diver is the next best thing – probably the most respectable ‘pixellated scuba diving/sushi bar simulator’ in the business. The setting is the Blue Hole, a mystifying patch of water which morphs its contents and geography every time you come back for air. In these diving sections, you’ll have to collect fish for the evening’s service – via the most satisfying harpoon gameplay ever created – as well as constructing underwater firearms, investigating the civilisation of the Sea People and hoovering up bits and bobs for eclectic characters. By night, Dave is a sushi server at Bancho’s diner – carefully sloshing green tea into the cups of expectant customers, building a tempting menu and choosing which stools go with which lamps for optimum profit. This waterlogged game is filled with lapping waves, charming dialogue and shirts which might have been rejected from Miami Vice for being ‘too loud’. If you're missing the ocean, this is the place to jump in, head-first. Buy Dave the Diver: Anniversary Edition for Nintendo Switch from Amazon Buy Dave the Diver: Deluxe Edition for PC (Steam) from CDKeys Buy Dave the Diver for PS4 and PS5 from the PlayStation Store Spiritfarer A ‘psychopomp’ is the name for a mythological role which has existed in many cultures – it means someone who’s a spiritual guide to the afterlife. Anubis; the Valkyries; Heibai Wuchang – all of these figures offer to hold your metaphorical hand and lead you to the next world after your clogs are popped. If this sounds a bit too morbid to be classified as ‘cosy’, you’ve not come across Spiritfarer yet. In this award-winning effort from Thunder Lotus Games, you and your delightful pet cat inherit the role of metaphysical ferrymaster from Charon. As you go, you’ll invite departed spirits aboard your boat, each with their own backstory to unravel and characterful minigame to unlock. In charting the far corners of the sea and tweaking your boat, the gameplay settles into a well-realised genre combo of platformer and city builder. The art direction is sumptuous – warming, charming and redolent of your favourite animation from childhood. More than anything, Spiritfarer feels like an emotionally nourishing game – it’s like a long hug at a funeral, encouraging the player to embrace loss and to find the love behind grief. Buy Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition for PC (Steam) from CDKeys Buy Spiritfarer for PS4 from Amazon Buy Spiritfarer for Nintendo Switch from Amazon Buy Spiritfarer for Xbox One and Series X/S from the Microsoft Store Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Slow Horses books: How to read the Jackson Lamb novels in order
The Apple TV+ espionage show is based on Mick Herron's popular book series.
It's time to return to Slough House, with acclaimed spy series Slow Horses returning this week for its fifth season on Apple TV+. This new run is based on Mick Herron's novel London Rules, and sees the team investigating a series of bizarre events taking place across the city – including Roddy Ho having a glamorous new girlfriend. The new season, which once again stars Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden and Kristin Scott Thomas, arrives just after Herron's latest novel in the series, Clown Town was released – it seems it's still full steam ahead for both Herron and for Apple's adaptation of his works. Read on for everything you need to know about how to read the Jackson Lamb novels in order. Is Slow Horses based on a book? Yes – the television series is based on the Slough House series, a long-running collection of books featuring the brilliant but irascible Jackson Lamb, who's played on screen by Gary Oldman. The first season of Slow Horses was based on the first book in the series, while the second season was based on the follow-up book, Dead Lions. Season 3, likewise, was based on the third book in the series, Real Tigers, with season 4 being based on the fourth book, Spook Street, and season 5 being based on the fifth book, London Rules. Herron has been very supportive of the adaptation and season 1-5 showrunner Will Smith, and has had oversight of any changes made to the stories – even coming up with some of them himself. Earlier this year, he told Radio Times exclusively: "For me, the biggest difference between the novels and the adaptation is purely the medium. I think that everything that could be done to bring a book onto the screen has been done by [Smith] and the other writers and the producers and designers and everybody involved. "Obviously, there have to be changes, because most novels, and certainly mine, deal with interiority. You can't go into a character's head – I mean, not without doing voiceover. So, instead of me writing down all the characters' thoughts and feelings, we find different ways to portray them on the screen. "But it's done with such enormous fidelity to the characters – not to the plots, which is not important to me, but to the characters, which is important to me – that the difference is purely one of transmission. [Smith] totally, as do the other writers, gets the mood and tone of the books." How many books are there in the Slough House series? There are currently eight books in the Slough House series, with the most recent being released on 11th September 2025. Here's the full list of Slough House novels in order. Slow Horses (2010) Dead Lions (2013) Real Tigers (2016) Spook Street (2017) London Rules (2018) Joe Country (2019) Slough House (2021) Bad Actors (2022) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Clown-Town-thriller-bestselling-inspired/dp/1399800434/ref=zg-te-pba_d_sccl_1_1/259-2607502-1530636?pd_rd_w=NFxPB&content-id=amzn1.sym.c072daa0-3920-4b4d-83e5-1f5f31c763e0&pf_rd_p=c072daa0-3920-4b4d-83e5-1f5f31c763e0&pf_rd_r=E11H6J1SH7M6MB7TCMVP&pd_rd_wg=DJoru&pd_rd_r=09e837eb-f982-4b2f-86d2-16374133a062&pd_rd_i=1399800434&psc=1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-1616774" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Clown Town (2025) Alongside the nine novels, Herron has also written four novellas in the series - The List (2015), The Marylebone Drop (2018), The Catch (2020) and Standing by the Wall (2022). Meanwhile, Herron's novels Reconstruction (2008), Nobody Walks (2015) and The Secret Hours (2023), while not officially part of the series, take place in the same world and include some of the same characters. We don't yet know if Slow Horses’ success will see these spin-off books also brought to screen. "There haven’t been discussions about filming them, but it certainly remains a possibility," said Herron back in 2022. "For the time being, it's the Jackson Lamb series which is being focused upon." Showrunner Will Smith then called The Secret Hours "a wonderful book", and said "there's definitely an opportunity to do a shorter-run [series] or a film or something". Meanwhile, Tom Brooke, who plays JK Coe, has said he would be "game" for a spin-off telling the story of Nobody Walks, which includes his character's backstory. Most recently, Smith, who has left the show following the fifth season, has said that he could see himself returning to adapt <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Secret-Hours-Instant-Bestselling-Thriller/dp/139980054X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39K0LBN8T8V8M&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pkuxMIRjo1cUm1wB-KjskQ_WFR0ecS0JTnwiigCR5dnmgc3ZmPFmz9UWnvpMO01AI3mu4QTklQGh2m-p-afmGxvUyw7EIsv8zeiKAGBlw2dPdeJLjMZ96bVxGu93Aok1foN6oCeBWG0zaXUDpZQJSJWPQtmAFGnqIKYDHFYVYsfEIE68NApZ84r99g-pIIR2pwjN_pleH7OiMG2iVUrYJQh8w_AV0iMdYoKNewgOndk.rgsoOzUcqdPo0FpMMEHmjs7Giv_14Vf-M9sDKY_tT7Y&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+secret+hours&qid=1753870089&sprefix=the+secret+hours%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2301192" target="_blank" rel="noopener sponsored">The Secret Hours, adding that it's "the one I was always saying we should do" as a spin-off. "He started writing a standalone book in the Slough House universe, and you could feel the Slow Horses coming in, and it ends up flashing back to it," Smith said of Herron. "It’s a kind of Lamb/Molly/David prequel, as well as a book set in the present. "And it’s absolutely brilliant. And it’s one of my favourites he’s done. I think that could be a great standalone film or a three-episode miniseries." Does Jackson Lamb feature in all of the novels? Lamb appears in all of the Slough House novels, meaning there should be plenty of scope for Gary Oldman to return as the character time and again. However, in an exclusive interview with RadioTimes.com, Oldman revealed that Herron hadn't always intended it to be that way. Oldman explained: "Lamb was never originally going to appear. Lamb was up somewhere on the eighth floor, or the seventh floor or somewhere in the building and that he was such a sort of legend that people talked about him, but he never appeared. "And Mick said that he wrote one scene with Lamb and once he gave him the voice, he went, 'Oh no, this guy's too interesting,' and that's how the whole thing shifted – which is fascinating to me that he was going to be an off-stage character." Will the Apple TV+ series adapt more of the books? It will indeed. Filming has already taken place on a sixth season of the show, which will for the first time adapt two of Herron's novels at once – 2019's Joe Country and 2021's Slough House. Meanwhile, a seventh season has also been confirmed, with that run set to be based on 2022 novel Bad Actors. That just leaves Clown Town of the mainline series to be adapted, with that novel only having been released this month – hopefully we will get confirmation of an eighth season in due course. If we do, then there's a good chance the series could run out of books to adapt, and may need to overtake Herron in some way. Herron previously told RadioTimes.com that he’d be "delighted" if his whole run of novels did get adapted. He said at the time: "I'd be delighted if that does happen – everybody seems to be happy with the work done so far, but we've no way of knowing what the future holds. I don't know – but I do know that barring some unforeseen catastrophes, books one to four will be on television screens within the next couple of years." Slow Horses season 5 will start streaming on Apple TV+ from Wednesday 24th September. Seasons 1-4 are available to watch now – sign up to Apple TV+ here. Add Slow Horses to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to watch The Conjuring and Annabelle movies in order - Full chronological timeline and release order
The Conjuring and Annabelle movies can be watched in two different orders.
The Conjuring Universe has always proved extremely popular with horror audiences – but the latest entry in the long-running franchise has just accomplished a new record, enjoying the best opening weekend of any of the previous movies in the series. The Conjuring: Last Rites – which is billed as the final entry in the main series starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren – has already raked in a total of $83 million in the US and $187 million globally, further cementing the franchise's place as the highest-grossing horror franchise ever. It remains to be seen whether such monumental success will see New Line back pedal on their decision to make this the final entry in the main saga, or whether they will continue with their plan on shifting the focus to spin-offs, but it certainly proves that the franchise still has legs. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com ahead of the release, series creator James Wan had explained how he and the rest of the creative team were desperate to give the central pair a fitting send-off with the new film. "Patrick and Vera know the characters really, really well and they have an ownership to them, as they should," he said. "They know the world, and they feel very connected to them. And the biggest thing that they wanted to do is is the same as what we all wanted... we all feel like we want to be able to send them off in a way that was appropriate, that was worthy of of them, and the movies that they've played together in this franchise." Ahead of seeing the new movie, fans might be hoping to revisit (or watch for the first time) the previous nine films – comprising sequels, spin-offs and prequels – in the franchise. But this is no easy feat: the movies jump around a bit in time – with all of them set somewhere between the '40s and the '80. So, if you're wondering how to watch the Conjuring movies in chronological order according to the series timeline, which kicks off with The Nun (which was the fifth film to be released), or simply want to absorb all the eeriness in the order the movies were released, then read on for everything you need to know. *Warning: spoilers for all The Conjuring movies follow.* How many The Conjuring movies are there? There are 10 films set within The Conjuring Universe: four Conjuring movies, three Annabelle movies, The Nun, The Nun 2, and The Curse of La Llorona. Meanwhile there are further plans afoot, with A Conjuring TV series that takes place in the same universe confirmed for the streaming platform, Max. DC Studios co-chairperson and CEO Peter Safran, who has acted as producer for every Conjuring film, is leading the charge. James Wan, who directed the first two Conjuring movies and produced others in the series, is also in talks to be part of the project. The Conjuring and Annabelle movies in chronological order This option gives you the chronological order to watch the movies. You kick off things with The Nun, which is set in 1952, through to The Conjuring 2, set in 1977. Director Michael Chaves has since argued that The Curse of La Llorona shouldn't be counted, as it wasn't made with the franchise team, but we've left it here for a sense of completeness. The Nun (Set in 1952/1971, released in 2018) Annabelle: Creation (Set in 1943/1952/1955/1967, released in 2017) The Nun II (Set in 1956, released in 2023) Annabelle (Set in 1967, released in 2014) The Conjuring (Set in 1968/1971, released in 2013) Annabelle Comes Home (Set in 1968/1969 or 1971/1972, released in 2019) The Curse of La Llorona (Set in 1973, released in 2019) The Conjuring 2 (Set in 1976/1977, released in 2016) The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (Set in 1980/81, released in 2021) The Conjuring: Last Rites (Set in 1986, released in 2025) How to watch The Conjuring and Annabelle movies in release order This order does what it says on the tin; it follows the order the movies were released. We kick off with our first introduction to Ed and Lorraine Warren and end with a breakaway tale that doesn't feature our main duo. The Conjuring (2013) Annabelle (2014) The Conjuring 2 (2016) Annabelle: Creation (2017) The Nun (2018) The Curse of La Llorona (2019) Annabelle Comes Home (2019) The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) The Nun II (2023) The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) What's the best order to watch The Conjuring and Annabelle movies? Our view is that the first option – watching them in chronological order – is best as it adds more depth to the events of the original films, meaning you'll get more out of the story when you finally get to them. That said, watching in release order is a more natural fit as the ideas developed over time. Ultimately, it is up to you and you may enjoy things clicking into place as you go through the movies in order of release. Whichever you choose, you are guaranteed to have a great and spooky time, though we can't say how much sleep you'll get after getting through them all – so it might be worth watching some comedy picks to calm your nerves. Where to watch The Conjuring and Annabelle movies in the UK The Conjuring 1 and 2 are both currently available to stream with a subscription to Netflix, while the first two Annabelle films and the first Nun film are all available on both NOW and Sky Go. Meanwhile, all nine of the previously released films are can be rented or bought on various digital platforms including Prime Video and Google Play with Last Rites now playing in cinemas. Meanwhile, The Conjuring movies are available to buy on Blu-ray and DVD. The Conjuring 1 and 2 comes as a box set, and there's also the first Annabelle DVD as well as Annabelle: Creation. If you would rather have them in the one box set, you can get The Conjuring 7-Film Collection. Unfortunately, this doesn't include The Curse of La Llorona or The Nun II, so you'll need to pick those up separately if you want to complete your streaming-free collection. The Nun (1952/1971) First up is The Nun, set in 1952. The story follows Father Burke and Sister Irene who travel together to Romania to investigate a convent after a nun kills herself. When they set off they're unaware it's all linked to demon Valak, but they soon cotton on. We also learn that Frenchie is Maurice Theriault in the final scene set in 1971. If you're struggling to remember, that's the person who was exorcised in The Conjuring (the first film released). Again, that slightly complicates things if you watch the Conjuring movies in the chronological order - you'd maybe stop before that scene then hop back. We'd just watch this scene, remember it and carry on. Annabelle: Creation (1943/1952/1955/1967) Annabelle: Creation is the prequel to Annabelle, which was also a prequel to The Conjuring. The film tells the story of how the demonic doll was created and became possessed. It all began with a car accident in 1943. This is probably the better of the three Annabelle movies. To make things a little confusing, there's a post-credit scene for this one that teases The Nun, but that's set in 1952 - so you'd need to watch The Nun then come back to Annabelle: Creation just in time for it to pick up the story in 1967. If you're not wedded to the whole timeline thing then just watch The Nun afterward. The Nun II (1956) This direct sequel to the Nun picks up four years after Sister Irene had her first encounter with Valak, with all the action unfolding in 1956. This time we're in France, with Irene once again seeking to prevent the demon from obtaining a relic that could give the evil entity superpowers – this time the eyes of St Lucy, the patron saint of the blind. Annabelle (1967) View oEmbed on the source website The first Annabelle film throws you right in at the deep end. The demonic doll causes all sorts of havoc - that's the basic gist of it. The Conjuring (1968 / 1971) The first film released in The Conjuring franchise and where it all began. This one is set in the '70s, showing Ed and Lorraine Warren investigating a case where a family has moved into a haunted house. This one is based on a real case (though Annabelle technically is too). Annabelle Comes Home (1968/1969 or 1971/1972) Annabelle Comes Home starts with the Warrens picking up Annabelle and driving her to their home to leave in their artefacts room where they keep all sorts of creepy things. It's an extended version of The Conjuring scene (1968), so that's why you recognise it. If you're watching these in chronological order it may seem strange, but stick with it. The film then moves to 1969 when the Warrens head off on a trip, leaving daughter Judy with a babysitter, Mary Ellen. The demonic doll gets loose and draws all the other demons out. The artefact room features heavily, providing plenty of Easter eggs (if we can call them that) as there are all the items the Warrens have collected over the years, including the Perron Music Box (it was in The Conjuring). The Curse of La Llorona (1973) Next is The Curse of La Llorona. This one is based off the Weeping Woman, a folklore tale. Set in 1973, we see a mother struggling to protect her children. The film feels a bit odd as there's no obvious connection to the wider Warren story, but Father Perez pops up - he was in Annabelle. The Conjuring 2 (1976 / 1977) View oEmbed on the source website Back to the Warrens with another 'true story' case with The Conjuring 2. This time it's 1976 and the Warrens investigate the Amityville House case then move to England to look into the Enfield Hauntings in 1977. Both are well-known cases. The Nun crops up here as well as The Crooked Man, which we mention as he's getting his own film too. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (1980/81) The Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It takes us into the '80s, when the Warrens investigated the possession of David Glatzel, 11, back in 1980. We start things there before picking up the case of Arne Cheyenne Johnson the year after, in 1981. Yet again we follow a real-life case of the Warrens, with The Conjuring 3 true story covering the case and Arne Johnson's defence that he was possessed. If you want a spoiler-free overview of the film, here's our The Conjuring 3 review. Read more: Where is Arne Johnson now? What happened after The Conjuring 3 The Conjuring: Last Rites (1986) <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/09/the-conjuring-last-rites-patrick-wilson-vera-farmiga-9ec097f.jpeg" width="6000" height="4000" alt="Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren and Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren in The Conjuring: Last Rites standing in a lecture theatre giving a talk, with a screen showing a scary clown face behind them." title="Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren and Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren in The Conjuring: Last Rites" /> After opening with a brief scene set back in 1961, the bulk of the action in Last Rites – which sees Ed and Lorraine take on one final case – takes place in 1986, as they are called in to investigate the real life Smurl haunting. The case that the film is inspired by actually spanned more than a decade and a half, with the Smurl family first reporting that their Pennsylvania home was haunted as early as 1974, but it was indeed in 1986 that the Warrens arrived to cast their experienced eyes over the case. The Conjuring shorts More of a bonus entry, but as part of the Annabelle: Creation release in 2017, Warner Bros Pictures ran a contest for fans to create short movies that would then be added into The Conjuring Universe. You can watch the winners' entries on YouTube. The Nurse The Confession What's Wrong with Mom Blund's Lullaby Innocent Souls Are The Conjuring and Insidious movies connected? It's a common question, but the answer is no, The Conjuring and Insidious franchises are not linked to each other. The only 'link' is James Wan, who directed both the first two Conjuring movies and the Insidious movies. Fun fact: Patrick Wilson starred in both the first two Insidious movies and The Conjuring movies. How to watch Marvel movies in order How to watch the Avengers movies in order How to watch Harry Potter movies in order online How to watch James Bond movies in order How to watch Star Wars movies in order How to watch the Pixar movies in order How to watch the Batman movies in order How to watch X-Men movies in order How to watch Twilight movies in order How to watch Alien and Predator movies in order How to watch Terminator movies in order How to watch Fast & Furious movies in order How to watch Halloween movies in order How to watch Spider-Man movies in order How to watch Star Trek in order How to watch Muppet movies in order ...and if you're looking for a TV series, why not binge these? How to watch Babylon 5 in order How to watch Black Mirror episodes in order How to watch the Arrowverse and DC TV shows in order Conjuring: The Last Rites will be released in UK cinemas on Friday 5th September 2025. 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How to watch The Walking Dead in order: Every series and spin-off
When and how to watch every single series.
At this point there are so many Walking Dead spin-offs that even seasoned fans run the risk of getting slightly confused. New instalments are arriving all the time, from Dead City (which just aired its second season) to The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (whose third season is about to begin). In theory, the simplest way to watch The Walking Dead franchise is in release order. But even that can get confusing, thanks to all the crossovers between the main Walking Dead series and Fear the Walking Dead. To help you keep everything straight, including release information for new seasons of the current spin-offs – this is our guide to watching all of The Walking Dead in order. How to watch The Walking Dead in release order Starting out with seasons 1-5 of The Walking Dead, which began in 2010, our first guide covers how to watch this franchise in release order: The Walking Dead seasons 1 – 5 Fear the Walking Dead season 1 The Walking Dead season 6 Fear the Walking Dead season 2 The Walking Dead season 7 Fear the Walking Dead season 3 The Walking Dead season 8 Fear the Walking Dead season 4 The Walking Dead season 9 Fear the Walking Dead season 5 The Walking Dead season 10 episodes 1 – 16 The Walking Dead: World Beyond season 1 Fear the Walking Dead season 6 The Walking Dead season 10 episodes 17 – 22 The Walking Dead season 11 episodes 1 – 8 The Walking Dead: World Beyond season 2 Fear the Walking Dead season 7 episodes 1 – 8 The Walking Dead season 11 episodes 9 – 16 Fear the Walking Dead season 7 episodes 9 – 16 Tales of the Walking Dead season 1 The Walking Dead season 11 episodes 17 – 24 Fear the Walking Dead season 8 episodes 1 – 6 The Walking Dead: Dead City The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Fear the Walking Dead season 8 episodes 7 – 12 The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon season 2 - The Book of Carol The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2 The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon season 3 (upcoming) <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2024/07/Walking-Dead-Ones-Who-Live-Danai-Gurira-Michonne-Andrew-Lincoln-Rick-Grimes-bb3970b-2.jpg" width="4500" height="3000" alt="Danai Gurira as Michonne and Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. They are standing in a forest armed with swords and there are people in the immediate foreground looking at them, who we can't see." title="Danai Gurira as Michonne and Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live" /> How to watch The Walking Dead in chronological order However, if you want to watch in purely chronological order, that's a whole different story. The first three seasons of Fear the Walking Dead act as a prequel, meaning they should be watched first. From then on, the later shows are pretty straightforward to follow. Fear the Walking Dead seasons 1 – 3 The Walking Dead seasons 1 – 8 Fear the Walking Dead season 4 Tales of the Walking Dead season 1 The Walking Dead season 9 Fear the Walking Dead season 5 The Walking Dead season 10 The Walking Dead: The World Beyond seasons 1 – 2 The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live The Walking Dead season 11 Fear the Walking Dead seasons 6 – 8 The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon season 2 The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon season 3 (upcoming) The Walking Dead: Dead City The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2 Alternatively, you're well within your rights to just watch the series one by one! If you need more information before you commit, we've got you covered. How to watch The Walking Dead by series The Walking Dead (11 seasons – 2010 to 2022) There's a good reason the original season of The Walking Dead ran for so long and led to so many spin-offs – it just can't be beaten. Initially starring Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes, the series became renowned worldwide for its grotesque depiction of 'walkers' and its array of complex characters. A quick fan favourite was Norman Reedus's Daryl Dixon, who got his own spin-off in 2023. The Walking Dead became AMC's flagship show and ran for 12 years, finally ending in 2022. Where to watch: Disney Plus in the UK. Fear the Walking Dead (eight seasons – 2015 to 2023) Fear the Walking Dead was the first spin-off, with the first three seasons acting as a prequel to The Walking Dead. From then on, the series has run concurrently to the original show, with Lennie James's Morgan Jones crossing over from the original series into the spin-off to lead the show from season 4 onwards. Fear the Walking Dead became a hit in its own right, and ended after eight seasons in 2023. Where to watch: Sky and NOW in the UK. The Walking Dead: World Beyond (two seasons – 2020 to 2021) World Beyond wasn't quite as well-received, with the series only running for two seasons. The series is set 10 years after the apocalypse, focusing on the first kids to come of age in the new world. The Walking Dead writer Matthew Negrete served as showrunner, with the series starring Aliyah Royale as Iris Bennett. Where to watch: Prime Video. Tales of The Walking Dead (one season – 2022) The fourth spin-off series, Tales of the Walking Dead, was an anthology series set in the Walking Dead world. Terry Crews, Parker Posey, Jessie T Usher, and Daniella Pineda are among the stars. It's set to be followed up by More Tales from the TWDU, which we don't have a release date for just yet. Where to watch: Tales of the Walking Dead is not currently available to watch in the UK. The Walking Dead: Dead City (two seasons at least – 2023 to present) <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/05/KA02TWD-DeadCityS02-Cropped-69f9f25.jpg" width="3240" height="2160" alt="Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Negan and Lauren Cohan as Maggie in The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2 key art. Maggie stands in the foreground, holding a knife at her waist, dressed in dark tactical gear, with a determined expression and shoulder-length tousled hair. Behind her, a large, semi-transparent image of Negan looms, with a serious gaze and grey-streaked beard, holding his iconic barbed-wire-wrapped baseball bat. The background features a dark, abandoned city street illuminated by red neon signs reading “HOTEL” and “RADIO CITY.”" title="Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Negan and Lauren Cohan as Maggie in The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2" /> A new era of The Walking Dead spin-offs focused on characters from the original series and, in Dead City, it was Maggie (Lauren Cohan) and Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan). The series follows the pair as they search for Maggie's kidnapped son, Hershel. In 2023, Dead City was renewed for a second season, which is now available to watch. It hasn't so far been renewed for a third season, but we wouldn't rule out the possibility in future. Where to watch: Sky and NOW in the UK. The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (four seasons in total, 2023-present) As one of the Walking Dead franchise's most iconic characters, it naturally made sense to give Daryl Dixon his own series! The self-titled Daryl Dixon spin-off begins after the events of the original show, with Daryl arriving (against his will) in France. Pairing up with Carol (Melissa McBride) in season 2, his goal is to find a way back across the ocean to America. Season 3 is set to begin in September 2025, bringing Daryl and Carol to England (where they'll meet a new character played by Stephen Merchant), and then to Spain, where the bulk of this season will take place. Season 3 will introduce a supporting cast of Spanish characters, as Daryl and Carol encounter a thriving community of survivors. The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon has already been renewed for a fourth and final season, filming at several different locations in Spain. But will this actually mark the end of Daryl's role in the franchise? Somehow, we doubt it. Where to watch: Sky and NOW in the UK. The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (one season – 2024) The Ones Who Live finally caught up with Rick and Michonne after the events of the original series. The series was set up by the finale to The Walking Dead, which featured a return for Lincoln and Gurira. However, it's yet to be renewed for a season 2. Where to watch: Sky and NOW in the UK. How many The Walking Dead shows are there? There are seven live-action shows in the Walking Dead universe. They are: The Walking Dead Fear the Walking Dead World Beyond Tales of the Walking Dead Dead City Daryl Dixon The Ones Who Live There are also eight web series. What's the next The Walking Dead show to be released? In the US, fans are now awaiting Daryl Dixon season 3, which will premiere on Sunday 7th September. Fans in the UK can likely expect this season to arrive here soon after, although the UK release date hasn't been confirmed yet. You can check out a teaser for Daryl Dixon season 3 below: View oEmbed on the source website What's the best The Walking Dead spin-off? Of course, this one is completely down to personal opinion. We'd argue that The Ones Who Live, which continued Rick and Michonne's story, is the best spin-off. It continued the tale of two of the most iconic characters in The Walking Dead history – and there's no beating that chemistry between Lincoln and Gurira. However, an honourable mention has to go to Daryl Dixon, which brings the zombie action to Europe, and offers a new perspective on The Walking Dead's post-apocalyptic setting. After 15 years in the role, Norman Reedus remains a fan favourite, especially when paired up with Carol. And with a fourth season already confirmed, the people behind the Walking Dead franchise clearly agree. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website The Walking Dead is available to watch on Sky Atlantic and NOW – find out more about how to sign up for Sky TV. 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