Articles by Dashiell Wood, Gaming Editor

Dash is an experienced tech journalist who currently serves as the Gaming Editor at TechRadar, where he helps oversee coverage of video games and related products.

Before joining the team, he was Contributing Writer at PLAY (formerly Official PlayStation Magazine) and has also written articles for many of the UK's biggest gaming magazines including 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

An Anno 117: Pax Romana gameplay screenshot on PC.

Anno 117: Pax Romana is a beautiful and refined city builder, but its simplicity might disappoint returning fans

By Dashiell Wood published 10 November 25

Anno 117: Pax Romana isn’t as complex as its predecessor, but it’s still a gorgeous city builder that impresses across the board.

Grand Theft Auto 5 might be coming to PS Plus and it could almost make up for the GTA 6 delay

By Dashiell Wood published 10 November 25

Grand Theft Auto 5 could be coming to PS Plus soon.

A microSD Express card for Nintendo Switch 2.

PNY’s microSD Express Card is one of the fastest Nintendo Switch 2 cards I’ve tested, and it costs the same as the competition – but there’s one big catch

By Dashiell Wood published 9 November 25

Recommended

The PNY microSD Express Card is a fantastic way to upgrade your Nintendo Switch 2 storage capacity.

CRKD is teasing a new drum kit controller to help recapture the glory of the Rock Band days

By Dashiell Wood published 7 November 25

CRKD is set to expand its music game peripheral line-up with a drum kit controller.

Hitman developers reveal how they chose the iconic locations in the series – 'wouldn't it be cool if 47 went somewhere?'

By Dashiell Wood published 7 November 25

We talk to the Hitman devs about how they choose new locations for Agent 47 to visit.

GTA+ subscriber numbers are rising in the build up to Grand Theft Auto 6

By Dashiell Wood published 7 November 25

GTA+ subscriber numbers are steadily growing in the lead up to Grand Theft Auto 6.

Hitman developers on 25 years of the iconic stealth franchise – 'we've realized all of that potential’

By Dashiell Wood published 6 November 25

We discuss the Hitman franchise with two veteran developers ahead of its 25th anniversary.

Amazon reveals its latest slate of free PC games for Prime members, including entries from the Borderlands and Fallout series

By Dashiell Wood published 6 November 25

Amazon has just unveiled its latest slate of free Prime games, featuring Fallout and Borderlands games.

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

By Rob Dwiar last updated 6 November 25

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.

The massive PlayStation November sale is here ahead of Black Friday, with incredible games starting at under $2

By Dashiell Wood published 5 November 25

There are some brilliant savings to be had in the latest PlayStation sale.

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

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 November 25

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

A Nintendo Switch 2 console with the controllers removed

The Nintendo Switch 2 is breaking sales records, selling 5.54 million units in latest quarter

By Dashiell Wood published 4 November 25

Nintendo Switch 2 sales aren't slowing down as we near the holidays, with units still flying off shelves.

The Lexar Play Pro microSD Express Card is the ultimate solution for your Nintendo Switch 2 storage woes

By Dashiell Wood published 4 November 25

Recommended

The Lexar Play Pro microSD Express Card is an excellent storage upgrade for Nintendo Switch 2.

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: 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.

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