Author: Derek 'Dez' Maggs

Derek 'Dez' Maggs

Board Game & Tech Reviewer / Host of MTG Podcast, Rather Be Draftin' / Coffee & Hug Addict

Spellward: The Ultimate Spell-Slinging Showdown

Ready to sling some spells and dive into a world where words hold the power of ancient magic? Spellward: The World Slinging Card Game promises epic battles, strategic spell casting, and immersive gameplay that might

Foundations: Laying the Groundwork for Victory

The latest Magic: The Gathering set, Foundations, has been a delightful journey back to the core elements that have defined the game for decades. Many of which I've never had the privilege of playing with

You Don’t Know Jack about Allard Laban – PAX Interview

We have a special guest joining us today on the DezDoes couch – the brilliant and imaginative Allard Laban, Chief Creative Officer at Jackbox Games. Allard has been at the helm of some of the

Java Joy: A Coffee Up! Review

If you love quick, engaging, and caffeine-fueled card games, Coffee Up! might just be your perfect cup of joe. This game offers an exciting mix of strategy, luck, and a sprinkle of chaos, all set

PAX Australia 2024: The Event That Redefined Gaming

PAX Australia 2024 celebrated its 10th anniversary in the land down under and having never missed one, it is always my favourite time of year. As the festival-like atmosphere for gamers of all ages &

Dell XPS 13 9345: The Ultraportable Powerhouse

Having recently taken the the Dell XPS 14 9440 through its paces. I was so excited to be given the opportunity to check out the ultra-portable little brother, the Dell XPS 13 9345. As someone

A Night of Frights: Exploring Duskmourn: House of Horror

From the charming anthropomorphic creatures of Bloomburrow to the terrifying house of horrors of Duskmourn. Duskmourn: House of Horror is the latest Magic: The Gathering set, and it brings a fresh, spooky twist to the

Zero Latency’s Space Marine VR – Defenders of Avarax Launch Event

Having had the privilege of visiting Zero Latency multiple times, I’ve always been impressed by their offerings and attention to detail. Now, with Space Marine and Warhammer lore being as rich and familiar as it

Unleashing Precision: Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED Review

The Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED is a versatile wireless gaming mouse that offers great value for its price & as someone that has used the Logitech MX Anywhere 2S Mouse for all my gaming. The Logitech

Bloomburrow: A Magical Woodland Adventure in MTG

The Bloomburrow set for Magic: The Gathering introduces players to a vibrant and whimsical world filled with charming anthropomorphic creatures like rabbits, otters, raccoons, and squirrels. This set stands out with its overload of cuteness!

Logi PLAY 2024 – Gaming And Tech Innovation Unleashed

Media Release: Logitech G, a brand of Logitech and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, will kick off Logi PLAY 2024, on September 18, 2024. Registration is now open for this online and offline event