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Ian Stokes
Ian is a full-on sci-fi entertainment and tech nerd. This means he covers everything from Star Wars and the MCU through to VR headsets and Lego sets. With a degree in biology, a PhD in chemistry, and his previous role at Institute of Physics Publishing, Ian is taking a world tour through the different scientific disciplines.
Latest articles by Ian Stokes
![Lego Star Wars UCS X-Wing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iGXScbVqfNanvGkjahWM9m-320-80.jpg)
Lego Star Wars deals 2024: Top discounts on top sets
By Ian Stokes last updated
Deals Looking for the best Lego Star Wars deals you are? Find them here you will.
![Close up photo of the Lego NASA Mars Rover Perseverance.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fqTunJMQF2tsVwxfLALDpW-320-80.jpg)
Lego NASA Mars Rover Perseverance review
By Ian Stokes published
Curious about NASA’s other famous rover? Then check out our Lego NASA Mars Rover Perseverance review.
![Image of the Lego Star Wars Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/55bpnmUAuqdDFHVfjNMvwR-320-80.jpg)
Lego Star Wars Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser review
By Ian Stokes published
A stunning Lego recreation of one of Star Wars' coolest (and most underrated) ships, the Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser.
![Image shows the Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QBqZtZYBcaqWdyyeMcQrGK-320-80.png)
This Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon's gone, don't miss these other Lego Cyber Monday deals
By Mina Frost published
Deals The Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon deal has jumped to light-speed. But if you hurry, there are some fantastic Lego Star Wars deals still up for grabs.
![The Black Series Mandalorian Darksaber Force FX Elite Lightsaber](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aorRBizni83W5UKG9jZkuh-320-80.jpg)
Mandalorian Darksaber Force FX Elite Lightsaber review
By Ian Stokes published
Review A replica worthy of the Armorer herself.
![Warhammer 40K: Boltgun](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WRpvMQpwYkgLGsiQS56TXE-320-80.jpg)
Warhammer 40K Boltgun preview: Rip & tear in the name of the Emperor
By Ian Stokes published
Warhammer 40K Boltgun puts a 40K skin over classic DOOM gameplay with great results.
![Denuo Novo The Mandalorian Helmet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cdb82CmfGa3ez7fLKAq9ki-320-80.jpg)
Denuo Novo The Mandalorian Helmet review
By Ian Stokes published
Star Wars It’s the closest most of us will get to looking like Pedro Pascal.
![Deliver Us Mars](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MCT88S4DqaNuCFWQKi8HD5-320-80.jpg)
Deliver Us Mars preview: lasers, rock climbing, and uncovering Martian mysteries
By Ian Stokes published
Check out our thoughts on this preview build of Deliver Us Mars, the upcoming space game from indie developers Keoken Interactive.
![Encalife Lightsabers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sNNUTWGDJSS6WjqgygCcth-320-80.jpg)
Encalife Lightsabers review: push the button and let it glow
By Ian Stokes published
Review Ah, these Encalife lightsabers will make a fine addition to our collection.
![Nikon Z fc mirrorless camera](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aN4X3jezKgQgVVXak5qTTH-320-80.jpg)
Capture the night sky with the Nikon Z fc camera, now $40 cheaper than it's Prime Day offer
By Ian Stokes last updated
Deals Grab the Nikon Z fc mirrorless camera for $40 cheaper than it was on Amazon Prime Day, when you get it from Walmart.
![Wicked Brick Lego display cases](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gEk7Kco8t4U8Djo6gty8Wf-320-80.jpg)
Wicked Brick review: display solutions for Lego and other collectibles
By Ian Stokes published
Wicked Brick offers stunning bespoke display cases and stands for Lego kits, but they’re not cheap.
![Lego Lunar Research Base](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2efTAiamzUtroEEa9yRaP7-320-80.jpg)
Lego Lunar Research Base review
By Ian Stokes published
Take a giant leap for mankind with the Lego Lunar Research Base.
![Elegoo Saturn - Prime Day 3D printer deal: Save 27% on Elegoo Saturn & Saturn S resin printers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dUJFZ6fnWduHg6DfmC5XDm-320-80.jpg)
Prime Day 3D printer deal: Save 27% on Elegoo Saturn & Saturn S resin printers
By Ian Stokes published
deals Get one of these planetary printers at their lowest ever prices in the Amazon Prime Day sale.
![Terraforming Mars board game - Colonize the Red Planet with the Terraforming Mars board game, now 45% off](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WQkoSD6UaUce6Wjskzduf9-320-80.jpg)
Colonize the Red Planet with the Terraforming Mars board game, now 45% off
By Ian Stokes published
Get the Terraforming Mars board game at a huge discount in the Amazon Prime Day sales.
![DJI Mini 2 - Save £120 on the DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo in this UK Amazon Prime Day drone deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T6ERPRDvfQ3cPi2xGiiQAR-320-80.jpg)
Save £120 on the DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo in this UK Amazon Prime Day drone deal
By Ian Stokes published
The UK is getting in on the Prime Day drone deals with this fantastic offer on the DJI Mini 2.
![Star Wars Lego Dioramas](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fSS7TFkdtYt7mrkFoPuuGQ-320-80.png)
Lego is offering double VIP points over Amazon Prime Day event
By Ian Stokes published
Deals Get double VIP points when you buy from the Lego store on July 12-13.
![Playmobil USS Enterprise TOS](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Sf7AAUDRU2CAUzpXYwNjbG-320-80.jpg)
Playmobil Star Trek USS Enterprise review
By Ian Stokes published
It wasn't quite a five-year mission, but we've finally built the Playmobil USS Enterprise and it's everything we wanted and more.
![HP Reverb G2 VR Headset and Controllers.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3nZqCxUSAZKQsDHUSMcxZJ-320-80.jpg)
HP Reverb G2 review
By Ian Stokes published
The HP Reverb G2 offers great value for money, firmly nailing down the mid-range VR headset niche.
![Stargate AI 2.0 screen read](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YsU3sd97pqvieAePBsPQv9-320-80.jpeg)
Stargate Interview: Amanda Tapping, Brad Wright, & Google's Laurence Moroney talk Stargate AI 2.0
By Ian Stokes published
We speak to sci-fi icon Amanda Tapping, Stargate showrunner Brad Wright, and Google's AI lead Laurence Moroney about the latest Stargate AI screen read.
![Anycubic Photon M3](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YbidpBZp8HX6ToddqghSNf-320-80.jpg)
Anycubic Photon M3 review
By Stewart Rice published
The Anycubic Photon M3 combines great print quality with quick print times, making it an exceptional entry-level resin printer.
![Lego Star Wars Death Star Trench Run](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2WRNcqLdoHxGdMcz34sJ4E-320-80.jpg)
Lego Star Wars Death Star Trench Run diorama review
By Ian Stokes last updated
The force is strong with this Lego Star Wars Death Star Trench Run set.
![Deliver Us Mars Screenshots and Concept Art](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BkNRq3rBBHwmHs7F8SPKZj-320-80.png)
The next giant leap: Interview with 'Deliver Us Mars' game developers
By Ian Stokes published
We talk to Koen and Paul Deetman, the founders of KeokeN Interactive about their ambitious new space adventure game, Deliver Us Mars.
![AnyCubic Photon Mono X 6K review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2GZikFeNtYsWUiYyTXyJtG-320-80.jpg)
Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K review
By Ian Stokes last updated
The Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K offers a large print bed, without sacrificing on print quality.