Rhys Wood

Rhys Wood

Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for over four years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.

Articles by: Rhys Wood

The Nintendo Switch 2 and a controller in front of a red background

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 update is good for eShop browsers, potentially horrible for third-party dock owners

By Rhys Wood published

Nintendo may have quietly blocked third-party docks with its latest Switch 2 update.

Fortnite Flowering Chaos bundle

This Fortnite PS5 console bundle could be Sony's Black Friday secret weapon

By Rhys Wood published

PlayStation reveals a new Fortnite PS5 console bundle launching next week, and it could be Sony's secret Black Friday weapon.

BattlerGC Pro

The BattlerGC Pro is one of the best retro gaming controllers I’ve ever tested

By Rhys Wood published

Recommended

The BattlerGC Pro is an excellent alternative to the Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller.

PlayStation State of Play Japan

A new PlayStation State of Play is happening tomorrow, focused on announcements on 'games from Japan and across Asia'

By Rhys Wood published

PlayStation's State of Play Japan presentation is happening tomorrow. Here's how to watch, and potentially what to expect.

The Recluse Nightfarer gazes into the distance at three towering shadowy figures in Elden Ring Nightreign

Elden Ring Nightreign's DLC could arrive sooner than you think

By Rhys Wood published

Elden Ring Nightreign DLC slated to release before the end of March 2026, says FromSoftware's parent company.

Secretlab for Automobili Lamborghini Pinnacle Superleggera Edition

Only 100 units of Secretlab's Lamborghini-inspired gaming chair have been made, and the brand is offering one last chance to get one for yourself

By Rhys Wood published

Secretlab is offering one last chance to snag its ultra rare Lamborghini gaming chair before it's gone for good.

PS5 Monitor Buying Guide

The best monitors for PS5 and PS5 Pro 2025: our top picks to make your PlayStation 5 games shine

By Rob Dwiar last updated

One of the best monitors for PS5 or PS5 Pro will help your games shine and run super smooth while also allowing for great PC integration.

Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E. is, by default, the best Xbox controller from the brand to date - but the lack of improvements is disappointing

By Rhys Wood published

Recommended

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E. remains a great controller, but one you don’t need to buy if you already own a previous eSwap pad.

Horizon Call of the Mountain

Best PSVR 2 games 2025: what to buy for the latest PlayStation VR headset

By Rhys Wood last updated

Wondering what the best PSVR 2 games are? Learn all about the games worth playing in our curated list.

PS5 vs Xbox Series X side by side

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: which current-gen console should you buy?

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Updated We've pulled together everything you need to know about the PS5 vs Xbox Series X in our handy guide.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is a marvelous appetizer to the series’ grand return

By Rhys Wood published

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage comes to modern consoles with crossplay, new modes, and updated customization.

Metroid Prime 4 Beyond screenshot showing Samus on her new bike.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 'Survive' trailer shows Samus doing exactly that, as well as a sick Akira slide on her new bike for good measure

By Rhys Wood published

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's latest trailer gives us a broader look at environments, enemies, and her new psychic abilities.

Ellie, Kratos, Atreus and Ratchet in a promotional PlayStation Studios image

Best PS5 games 2025 - the top 30 PlayStation 5 titles to play right now

By Rob Dwiar last updated

If you're looking for the best PS5 games right now, you can't go wrong with these essential picks.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

After 30 hours with Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, it might just be my favorite Nintendo Switch 2 game of 2025

By Rhys Wood published

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment doesn’t reinvent the Musou wheel, but it’s an incredibly polished version of it.

Resident Evil Requiem

I wasn't expecting an official Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Pro Controller – here are all the retailer links to check if you want to pre-order

By Rhys Wood last updated

Where to buy the Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Pro Controller after its jumpscare of a reveal.

A soldier aims and fires a sniper rifle in side profile

Battlefield 6 gets temporary XP adjustments in the midst of a baffling Strikepoint exploit

By Rhys Wood published

Battlefield 6 players are intentionally leaving Strikepoint matches to earn boatloads of XP.

Nintendo Switch 2 accessories

From controllers to screen protectors, here are the Nintendo Switch 2 accessories to look out for this Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published

Want to spruce up your Switch 2 experience this Black Friday? Here are the accessories you should watch out for.

Artwork for a guide to the best gaming chairs

Best gaming chair in 2025: We've tested a vast number of seats, so you don't have to, and these are the best

By Rob Dwiar published

Buying Guide All the best gaming chairs that you can buy right now, catering to different users, budgets, and needs.

HyperX Cloud Alpha deal

Want a gaming headset that'll last you years and years? The HyperX Cloud Alpha is now down to its lowest price of 2025 at Amazon

By Rhys Wood published

Do not miss this stellar HyperX Cloud Alpha deal if you want a gaming headset that could last you an entire console generation.

A montage artwork for TechRadar Gaming's Best of Gamescom 2025 awards article

Best of Gamescom Awards 2025 – our 11 favorite games and products from this year’s show

By Rob Dwiar last updated

TechRadar Gaming presents our Best of Gamescom 2025 awards – our top picks across all the games and hardware we saw at the show

Corsair Novablade Pro

With a 15-button layout and high customizability, the new Corsair Novablade Pro looks ideal for the best fighting games on PS5 and PC – and we've tried it out

By Rhys Wood published

The Corsair Novablade Pro might just be the leverless PS5 fighting game controller of your dreams.

Corsair Novablade Pro

The Corsair Novablade Pro is an exceptional leverless fighting game controller that puts quality and customizability first

By Rhys Wood published

Recommended

You should only buy it if you’re a serious fighter, but the Novablade Pro exudes a premium feel.

Nacon RIG R5 Pro HS

The RIG R5 Spear Pro HS is my new favorite wired gaming headset – here’s why you should have it on your radar this Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published

Black Friday is looking promising for gaming hardware discounts, perhaps none more so than my favorite headset of the year.

WD Black C50

Don't buy the regular WD Black C50, this 1TB special edition version is even cheaper right now

By Rhys Wood published

The 1TB WD Black C50 Floral Fusion edition looks nice, but it's even cheaper than the discount for the standard product right now.

A Nintendo Switch 2 on a red background

Amazon UK's first major Switch 2 bundle discount has arrived well before Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published

A Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle discount before Black Friday? It's more likely than you think.

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