Articles by Dashiell Wood, Hardware Writer

Dash is a technology journalist who covers gaming hardware 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

The Backbone Pro looks like almost everything that I would want from a follow up to one of the best mobile controllers

By Dashiell Wood published 6 May 25

The Backbone Pro looks like a worthy successor to one of the best mobile controllers.

Despite its offbeat humor, Revenge of the Savage Planet is one of the most profoundly average games that I’ve ever played

By Dashiell Wood published 6 May 25

Revenge of the Savage Planet is a competently made but formulaic action-adventure game that’s entertaining enough, but never groundbreaking.

Bloober Team breaks down upcoming survival horror game Cronos: The New Dawn, 'this will be farther away from Silent Hill 2 or anything we did before'

By Dashiell Wood published 4 May 25

We discuss the upcoming survival horror game Cronos: The New Dawn with its directors at Bloober Team.

Grand Theft Auto 6 release date confirmed, but it's been delayed - here's why

By Dashiell Wood published 2 May 25

Grand Theft Auto 6 has been delayed, though finally a release date.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is getting even better thanks to a slew of free post-launch updates

By Dashiell Wood published 1 May 25

Assassin's Creed Shadows is getting free quests and more in its first year of post launch content.

Cronos: The New Dawn developers reveal that it will take around 18 hours to beat

By Dashiell Wood published 30 April 25

Cronos: The New Dawn will take around 18 hours to beat.

Cronos: The New Dawn developers detail the inspirations behind its unique 1980s Poland setting, ‘we are always trying to smuggle something from the real world to our games’

By Dashiell Wood published 30 April 25

We discuss the setting and soundtrack of Cronos: The New Dawn with two developers from Bloober Team.

The Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Fortnite event.

The Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld TV show premiere will take place in Fortnite, and you're invited

By Dashiell Wood published 30 April 25

Watch the first Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld episodes for free in Fortnite ahead of its Disney+ debut.

A screenshot from Indiana Jones and the Great Circle showing Indiana Jones

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is selling faster on PS5 and PC, even though it has more players on Xbox

By Dashiell Wood published 28 April 25

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is selling faster on PS5 and PC than Xbox.

Control spinoff FBC: Firebreak finally has a release date, plus pricing and edition details revealed

By Dashiell Wood published 25 April 25

FBC: Firebreak looks brilliant in its new gameplay trailer.

Nintendo Switch 2 bundles on a orange background

How to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 – latest US and UK stock updates as consoles are selling out fast

By Rob Dwiar last updated 24 April 25

Looking to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2? Here's everything you need to know.

Nintendo Switch 2 demand seems huge in Japan, with Nintendo claiming 'approximately 2.2 million people' have applied to buy one there

By Dashiell Wood published 24 April 25

Nintendo warns that it may not be able to meet Switch 2 pre-order demands in Japan.

Forza Horizon 5 shines on PS5, but the Realms update left me wanting more

By Dashiell Wood published 24 April 25

Forza Horizon 5 is a perfect fit for PS5, but the new Realms content feels like a missed opportunity for something more.

Ghost of Yōtei finally has a release date, with pre-orders set to begin soon

By Dashiell Wood published 23 April 25

Ghost of Yotei finally has a release date.

Upcoming amiibo now cost up to almost $40 at some retailers, and I'm praying that this isn't the official price

By Dashiell Wood published 22 April 25

Upcoming amiibo now cost up to almost $40 at Walmart and GameStop.

Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct: new free roam details confirmed and everything announced about the Switch 2 game

By Dashiell Wood last updated 17 April 25

This is our live coverage of the Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct, which is currently underway!

Bloober Team shows off new Cronos: The New Dawn trailer featuring its weird 'Merge' mechanics

By Dashiell Wood published 17 April 25

Cronos: The New Dawn looks suitably creepy in the latest trailer.

The Nintendo Switch 2 on a red background

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders will reportedly begin soon in Canada, and I'm hoping that the US follows suit

By Dashiell Wood published 16 April 25

A major leaker claims that Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders will start soon in Canada but the US date is still up in the air.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 adds a tired office Bangboo that I can seriously relate to

By Dashiell Wood published 15 April 25

Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 drops next week with a new story chapter and two S-rank agents to try.

The PS5 disc drive and vertical stand on a blue background

Where to buy the PS5 disc drive: stock updates on the must-have PS5 Pro accessory

By Rob Dwiar last updated 15 April 25

We're giving you the best information and places to buy the PS5 disc drive and vertical stand.

Metro 2033 is free to keep on PC for a limited time to celebrate the game's 15th anniversary

By Dashiell Wood published 15 April 25

Metro 2033 Redux is free to keep on Steam to celebrate the game's 15th anniversary.

Hades 2 is so good on Nintendo Switch 2 that I don't see the point of owning a Steam Deck OLED anymore

By Dashiell Wood published 11 April 25

Forget the Steam Deck OLED, Hades 2 absolutely shines on Nintendo Switch 2.

The Elder Scrolls Online might be just about to become the first MMO that's not miserable for lapsed players to return to

By Dashiell Wood published 10 April 25

It sounds like a fantastic time to return to The Elder Scrolls Online with Seasons of the Worm Cult.

A screenshot of Luigi from Mario Kart World

Nintendo can get away with Switch 2 game prices because 'you want that content so bad', says ex-PlayStation boss

By Dashiell Wood published 10 April 25

Shawn Layden has commented on Nintendo Switch 2 game prices.

There are already 'some' Switch 2 units in the US according to Nintendo of America president

By Dashiell Wood published 9 April 25

Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser has discussed Switch 2 stock in an interview.

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