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

Palworld screenshot showing sheep creatures with big guns

Palworld has exceeded Counter-Strike 2's concurrent player record, and become the second biggest ever game on Steam

By Kara Phillips Published 24 January 24

Palworld has become the second biggest game ever on Steam after beating Counter-Strike 2's concurrent player record.

Tekken 8 review - all bark, all bite

By Kara Phillips Published 23 January 24

Review Tekken 8 is nothing short of a revelation, and it’ll be hard for other fighting games to follow in its footsteps.

Task Force X fights enemies in the distance

The Joker will be a free playable character in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League's Season 1

By Kara Phillips Published 23 January 24

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League will feature The Joker as part of its first season, alongside a Joker-themed environment.

Puzzle platformer qomp2 is scheduled to release in February

By Kara Phillips Published 22 January 24

qomp2, an indie that lets you take on the role of the Pong ball, has received a February release date.

Visions of Mana overview includes a better look at exploration and combat - and a huge dog

By Kara Phillips Published 19 January 24

More details on Visions of Mana have been shared in an all-new game overview.

I’ve become emotionally attached to my virtual insects thanks to the Bugaboo Pocket demo

By Kara Phillips Published 19 January 24

The Bugaboo Pocket demo has opened up a new world of creature collection, and now I can’t stop hatching bugs and raising an army.

Lt. Titus, a map from Pacific Drive and a samurai from Rise of the Ronin spliced behind a picture of Aerith from Final Fantasy

TechRadar Gaming’s most anticipated games of 2024

By Cat Bussell Published 18 January 24

A new year means new games. Here’s what the TechRadar Gaming team is most looking forward to in 2024.

Rock Band 4 will receive its final DLC next week after over 8 years of weekly releases

By Kara Phillips Published 18 January 24

Rock Band 4 is getting its final DLC release next week, marking the end of an era.

It has been 10 years since the last Godzilla game was released, please just let me be the big lizard

By Kara Phillips Published 17 January 24

Godzilla last took the video game stage in 2014, do we not think it’s time to bring this big lizard back to the light?

I played Slay the Princess and now I can't trust my own reflection

By Kara Phillips Published 17 January 24

Sleeper horror hit Slay the Princess has caused me to struggle to trust anyone, and its time-loop content is to blame.

Certain assets of Foamstars will be AI-generated, Square Enix confirms

By Kara Phillips Published 17 January 24

Foamstars will contain AI-generated art, as confirmed by Square Enix.

Mystery Elden Ring Steam addition has fans speculating about the Shadow of the Erdtree release

By Kara Phillips Published 16 January 24

Elden Ring's Steam page has added an unknown app to its DLC portion, and there's a lot of speculation suggesting Shadow of the Erdtree is on its way.

I thought I was over my gamer rage until I played Golf With Your Friends

By Kara Phillips Published 15 January 24

Golf With Your Friends may initially appear like a wholesome co-op experience, but it’s the most infuriating game I’ve ever played.

Tekken 8's first DLC fighter will be fan favorite Eddy Gordo

By Kara Phillips Published 15 January 24

Eddy Gordo has been announced as Tekken 8's first DLC fighter and is set to debut this spring.

Nintendo Switch OLED and Switch Lite side by side against a split color background

Nintendo Switch OLED vs Nintendo Switch Lite: which Switch is right for you?

By Adam Vjestica Last updated 11 January 24

Want to know the difference between the Nintendo Switch OLED and Nintendo Switch Lite?

Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite: is bigger really better?

By Rhys Wood Last updated 5 January 24

Our Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite guide will help you decide which Switch is right for you.

The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered - No Return Mode screenshot

A dev has warned that the No Return mode of The Last of Us 2 Remastered is 'not recommended for weak hearts'

By Kara Phillips Published 5 January 24

A dev has shared that the No Return mode of The Last of Us 2 Remastered is not for the faint of heart.

New Game Plus is in the works for RoboCop: Rogue City

By Kara Phillips Published 4 January 24

It has been announced that a New Game Plus mode is in the works for RoboCop: Rogue City.

PS5 Digital Edition vs Xbox Series S: which digital-only console should you buy?

By Rhys Wood Last updated 3 January 24

Versus The PS5 Digital Edition and Xbox Series S are both digital consoles, but that's where the similarities end.

Marvel Snap has kicked off the year with an all-new season, including new cards

By Kara Phillips Published 3 January 24

Marvel Snap has rolled out its newest season, offering new cards and taking the game to a new setting.

Shadowheart looking at a mysterious magical artefact in an overcast forest

Baldur's Gate 3 is still suffering from its deleted save bug, but Larian has shared a workaround

By Kara Phillips Published 2 January 24

A workaround has been shared by Larian Studios for players still struggling with Baldur's Gate 3's deleted save bug.

South Park: Snow Day has finally got a release date

By Kara Phillips Published 22 December 23

South Park: Snow Day has received a release date alongside a new trailer, slating the launch for March 2024.

The new Steam Client Beta allows you to keep games private from the moment of purchase

By Kara Phillips Published 21 December 23

Steam has rolled out a new Client Beta, and several new features have been introduced - including making games private.

The Tears of the Kingdom community is what made it such an unforgettable game

By Kara Phillips Published 20 December 23

Tears of the Kingdom is one of the most impactful games of 2023, whether you’re a lifelong Zelda fan or brand new to the series.

The iOS version of Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective will be delisted next year

By Kara Phillips Published 20 December 23

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective's iOS version will be delisted as of March 2024.

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