Articles by Dashiell Wood, Gaming Editor

Dash is a technology journalist who covers gaming products at TechRadar. Before joining the TechRadar team, he was writing gaming articles for some of the UK's biggest magazines including PLAY, Edge, PC Gamer, and SFX. Now, when he's not getting his greasy little mitts on the newest hardware or gaming gadget, he can be found listening to J-pop or feverishly devouring the latest Nintendo Switch otome.

Articles by: Dashiell Wood

Japan multiplayer maps in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.

Black Ops 7 brings Call of Duty to a near-future Japan setting – and yes, there's going to be a cat cafe

By Dashiell Wood published 3 November 25

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 features Japan as a prominent setting.

Rockstar Games co-founder on why GTA didn't go back to a London setting – 'the game was so much about America'

By Dashiell Wood published 3 November 25

Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser has discussed the Grand Theft Auto series in a new interview.

The SteelSeries Alias and SteelSeries Alias Pro compared.

I compared the SteelSeries Alias and Alias Pro side by side and it goes to show that sometimes more expensive doesn't mean better

By Dashiell Wood published 1 November 25

We break down the key differences between the SteelSeries Alias and Alias Pro and explain which is the better value option.

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 31 October 25

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

Massive Amazon Prime upgrade lets you play loads of great games for free – including party favorites for the whole family

By Dashiell Wood published 30 October 25

We break down what’s new in the relaunched Amazon Luna service.

The Death Stranding 2 Backbone One limited edition controller.

This new Death Stranding 2 controller looks so much better than that disappointing limited edition DualSense

By Dashiell Wood published 30 October 25

Backbone has unveiled a limited edition Death Stranding 2 controller.

The SanDisk microSD Express Card for Nintendo Switch 2.

Feeling the Nintendo Switch 2 storage space squeeze? These top microSD Express cards are Black Friday must-haves

By Dashiell Wood published 29 October 25

These are the microSD Express cards to watch come Black Friday.

Your last chance to play Black Ops 7 before release is to book a slot at this free matcha pop-up

By Dashiell Wood published 29 October 25

This Call of Duty pop-up lets you play Black Ops 7 one last time ahead of launch.

Backbone One vs Backbone Pro: Is the more expensive mobile controller actually worth it?

By Dashiell Wood published 28 October 25

We compare the popular Backbone One with the more expensive Backbone Pro to work out which is best for you.

Battlefield 6, three screens of soldiers, cut into thirds

Battlefield 6 REDSEC and Season One launch: our early impressions of the new battle royale mode now that it's out

By Jake Green last updated 28 October 25

Here's our live coverage of the launch of Battlefield 6 Season One and Battlefield REDSEC release time. This includes impressions now that it's out.

Battlefield REDSEC key art showing soldiers walking through a battlefield

How and where to download the Battlefield 6 REDSEC battle royale mode

By Dashiell Wood published 28 October 25

Here's how to download the Battlefield 6 REDSEC battle royale mode.

Forget the console war, Xbox is now trying to get you off your phone says studio head

By Dashiell Wood published 27 October 25

Studio head says Xbox is now competing 'more and more' with your mobile phone.

Halo: Campaign Evolved delivers a beautiful version of the first-person shooter’s story, but I still want to see more

By Dashiell Wood published 24 October 25

We go hands-on with a small slice of Halo: Campaign Evolved, the stunning upcoming remake of the first Halo campaign.

The new Magnus Evo Sit-to-Stand Desk from Secretlab.

This new Secretlab desk is covered with magnets so that you won't have to worry about losing cables ever again

By Dashiell Wood published 22 October 25

Gaming furniture maker Secretlab has unveiled a new product, the Magnus Evo Sit-to-Stand Desk.

I’ve been playing Just Dance for years, and camera controls make 2026 Edition the strongest entry yet

By Dashiell Wood published 20 October 25

Just Dance 2026 Edition is an innovative and exciting entry in the long-running dance party series.

The SanDisk microSD Express Card for Nintendo Switch 2 is blazing fast – and you don't even have to pay more for the Mario branding

By Dashiell Wood published 17 October 25

Recommended

The SanDisk microSD Express Card for Nintendo Switch 2 is an easy and effective way to expand your system’s storage capacity.

IO Interactive is releasing a mega Hitman Anniversary Box to celebrate 25 years of the franchise, with big discounts on all the games too

By Dashiell Wood published 17 October 25

IO Interactive is releasing a mega Hitman Anniversary Box to celebrate 25 years of the franchise.

A promotional Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 screenshot.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a cobbled-together mess – but its biggest crime is being really, really boring

By Dashiell Wood published 17 October 25

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a disappointing follow-up to a great game that fails to capture anything that made the original so good.

Battlefield 6 is already a 'record-breaking success' according to EA, selling more than seven million copies in just three days

By Dashiell Wood published 17 October 25

Battlefield 6 has sold over seven million copies in just three days.

The best PC gaming headsets in 2025: stellar audio from SteelSeries, Corsair, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 16 October 25

Get closer to the action than ever before by utilizing one of the best PC gaming headsets from trusted manufacturers.

A screenshot from the Until Dawn PS5 and PC trailer.

I would recommend these two fantastic PS5 horror games for Halloween and they'll soon be free on PS Plus

By Dashiell Wood published 15 October 25

Grab two great horror games just in time for Halloween with PS Plus.

A close-up shot of the new Honor Magic 8 Pro.

Honor reveals its 'first self-evolving AI smartphone' – and yes, it has an AI button

By Dashiell Wood published 15 October 25

The new Honor Magic 8 Pro series has launched in China and is expected to debut in Europe soon.

A screenshot from Rules of Engagement: The Grey State.

Rules of Engagement: The Grey State is a horror extraction shooter that you'll be able to play for free

By Dashiell Wood published 15 October 25

This upcoming horror extraction shooter will be out next year for free.

Battlefield 6 promotional screenshot showing a close-up image of multiple soldiers.

Battlefield 6 is incredibly fun in multiplayer, but you shouldn’t expect much from its campaign

By Dashiell Wood last updated 13 October 25

Battlefield 6 impresses with its multiplayer offering, but the campaign is one of the worst in the series.

Assassin's Creed's Edward Kenway on a yellow background, with "tech radar" written across it

Best Assassin’s Creed games in 2025: every series entry ranked

By Rob Dwiar last updated 8 October 25

The best Assassin's Creed games have stood out from their rivals thanks to gameplay and stories that have stood the test of time.

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