About Helen Ashcroft
Helen has been at TheGamer for over five years and has worked across several departments before settling down in Evergreen. She doesn't have a novel in progress and never will, but she writes an excellent top 10 list.
Outside of gaming, she's recently re-discovered the expensive hobby of painting Warhammer miniatures. She also loves dinosaurs.
Industry Focus
Helen is the trainer for new list and affiliate writers. She's also an Evergreen writer and editor who dabbles in features, reviews, and interviews.
She specialises in games with sandbox modes and the words sim or tycoon in the description. Occasionally, you'll find her outside her comfort zone, but she'll be hiding under a blanket with her keyboard.
Favorite Games
A Simmer since The Sims way back in 2000, Helen's go-to game is The Sims 4. Her current rotation also includes Minecraft, Planet Zoo, Coral Island, and Honkai Star Rail.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
Helen has three stars on every single Two Point Campus level, including all DLC.
She can also build a really good house in The Sims 4.
Latest Articles
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The Sims 4: The Ministry Of Labor, Explained
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Planet Zoo: Oceania Pack - All New Animals, Ranked
We rank all the new animals in Planet Zoo: Oceania Pack.
The Sims 5: Everything We Know So Far About Project Rene
The Sims 5 has now been revealed under the working title Project Rene. Here's everything we know so far.
The Sims 4: All The WooHoo Spots And Where To Find Them
If you want to complete a woohoo challenge in The Sims 4, we have you covered with all the woohoo spots and where to find them.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons - 12 Best Custom Paths And Their Codes
These custom path codes will give your Animal Crossing island a unique look. From path edging to spectacular designs, give your walkways a boost.
The Sims 4 Dream Home Decorator: Essential Interior Design Cheats
If you want to cheat your way to a level ten Interior Design career in The Sims 4, then these cheats and pack-specific shortcuts are for you.
Sims 4 Wedding Stories: How To Plan The Perfect Wedding
We take a look at how to plan the perfect wedding in The Sims 4, including all those little details.
The Sims 4: How To Live Off-The-Grid
We show you how to survive the Off-the-Grid lot challenge in The Sims 4.
The Sims 4 Get To Work: Guide To Running A Profitable Retail Store
Running a retail store in The Sims 4 is a great way to make simoleons. We show you how to own your own business and even give you some store ideas.
The Sims 4: How To Get Strawberries
We look at where to buy and find strawberries in The Sims 4, as well as what they are used for.
Two Point Campus Medical School Is The Best of Both Worlds
Get your Reptile Dysfunction cured by a bunch of students.
The Sims 4: Complete Guide To Money Cheats
Do you need 9,999,999 Simoleons? Get them the easy way with these money cheats for The Sims 4 and finally afford that beautiful beach home.
The Sims 4: How To Get To The Hospital
The Willow Creek Hospital is well hidden. Here's where to find it.
The Sims 4 Horse Ranch Overview: Goating Around
Horse Ranch may be the most specific expansion to date.
The Sims 4 Horse Ranch: How To Complete The Expert Nectar Maker Aspiration
Here's how to maximise your profit and your skills with the Expert Nectar Maker Aspiration