Articles by Kara Phillips, Evergreen Writer

Kara is an Evergreen writer at TechRadar Gaming. With a degree in Journalism and a passion for the weird and wonderful, she's spent the last few years as a freelance video game journalist, with bylines at NintendoLife, Attack of the Fanboy, Prima Games, and sister publication, GamesRadar+. Outside of gaming, you'll find her re-watching Gilmore Girls or trying to cram yet another collectible onto a shelf that desperately needs some organizing.

Articles by: Kara Phillips

Corsair HS35 v3 headset mid shot showing entire headset with no mic attached against a white hardwood floor

The Corsair HS35 v3 wireless headset strips back a gaming headset to exactly what matters: premium quality at a reasonable price

By Kara Phillips Published 14 August 26

Underdog The Corsair HS35 v3 wireless headset takes a headset back to absolute basics, without cutting any corners in quality.

Best handheld games consoles featuring a Nintendo Switch 2 and Super Pocket on a pink/purple gradient background

Best handheld games consoles in 2026: portable perfection, all tested and reviewed by us

By Rhys Wood Last updated 21 July 26

Buying Guide If you're in the market for a handheld games console, these are our top recommendations.

Best microphones for streaming guide featuring Blue Yeti, Blue Snowball, and HyperX Duocast mics on an orange background

Best microphones for streaming in 2026: top picks for gaming and content creators

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 15 July 26

Our picks for all the best microphones for streaming, from budget offerings to high-end audio setups.

The best Xbox controllers in 2026: top-tier gamepads from 8BitDo, GameSir, Asus, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 14 July 26

Buying Guide All the best Xbox controllers available right now, from official gamepads to third-party powerhouses.

Mario jumps to get a flower, Link holds up his right hand, and Samus unleashes a purple blast of energy from her left arm

The 24 best Nintendo Switch games to play in 2026

By Jake Green Last updated 9 July 26

Looking for the best Nintendo Switch games? Here are our choices for what you should pick up next, whether you have a Switch Lite or the OLED model.

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The Razer Iskur V2 NewGen gaming chair shows that for premium comfort you really do have to pay a premium price

By Kara Phillips Published 1 July 26

The Razer Iskur V2 NewGen gaming chair builds on an already decent seat by adding an impressive bunch of new features to help justify its premium price.

The best SSD for PS5: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 15 June 26

Our guide to the best PS5 SSDs, from top performers to more affordable alternatives.

Best gaming earbuds in 2026: immersive portable audio from Sony, SteelSeries, and more

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 5 June 26

We've pulled together all the best gaming earbuds on the market so you can make the most of your gaming audio experience.

The best Nintendo Switch controllers

By Rhys Wood Last updated 12 May 26

Buying Guide We've compiled all the best Nintendo Switch controllers to take your hybrid handheld gaming to the next level.

Best PS4 headsets: unparalleled audio from SteelSeries, Astro, and more

By Kara Phillips Last updated 16 April 26

We've put together a list of all the best PS4 headsets to make your buying decision much easier.

Best Nintendo Switch headsets: excellent headphones that also work on Switch 2

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 10 April 26

Buying guide Here are the best Nintendo Switch headsets you can pick up right now to suit all budgets and preferences.

The best fight sticks: fighting game controllers from Victrix, Hori and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 18 March 26

Buying Guide We've hand-picked the best fight sticks so you can replicate that sought-after arcade experience at home.

The best SD cards for Switch in 2026: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 11 March 26

Buying Guide This is our comprehensive guide to all of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards available to buy right now.

The best VR headsets in 2026: VR gaming's top products from Apple, Meta, PlayStation, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 9 March 26

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets you should consider buying for an optimal virtual reality experience.

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Best PC games: the must-play titles you don’t want to miss

By Jake Green Last updated 13 February 26

Updated These days, finding the best PC games out of the sea of titles can be hard, we can help. Here's our picks for must-play PC games that you shouldn't try out.

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The Razer BlackShark V3 gaming headset might blend in with Razer's existing crowd, but the second you set it up, you just know it's something special

By Kara Phillips Published 1 February 26

The Razer BlackShark V3 wireless headset is another solid addition to Razer's well-established headset arsenal, but it also packs enough in its sleek design to set it above the rest.

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.

The best PS4 controllers in 2025: essential gamepads from Sony, Victrix and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 29 September 25

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best PS4 controllers that money can buy from official gamepads to third-party offerings.

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories in 2025: top kit from Seagate, WD Black and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 26 September 25

Buying Guide The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories are essential if you want to get the most out of your console.

Assassin's Creed Codename Invictus - everything we know

By Kara Phillips Last updated 26 September 25

Assassin's Creed Codename Invictus will bring multiplayer back to the series, but the game is still much of a mystery.