Articles by Aleksha McLoughlin, Hardware Editor

Aleksha McLoughlin is the Hardware Editor for TechRadar Gaming and oversees all hardware coverage for the site. She looks after buying guides, writes hardware reviews, news, and features as well as manages the hardware team. Before joining TRG she was the Hardware Editor for sister publication GamesRadar+ and she has also been PC Guide's Hardware Specialist. She has also contributed hardware content to the likes of Trusted Reviews, The Metro, Expert Reviews, and Android Central. When she isn't working, you'll often find her in mosh pits at metal gigs and festivals or listening to whatever new black and death metal has debuted that week.

Articles by: Aleksha McLoughlin

Pokémon Match Battle seems to be returning as the latest McDonald's promotion

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 28 July 23

This year's McDonald's Pokémon collaboration appears to have leaked online revealing which cards are up for grabs.

Where to buy Pokémon Go Plus+ at the cheapest prices in the US and the UK

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 1 August 23

We're showing you where to buy the Pokémon Go Plus+ device in the US and the UK to get you up to speed with the game.

Where to pre-order Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle and DualSense Controller

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 4 September 23

We're bringing you all the retailers we expect to see the Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle, controller, and side plates arrive at.

Why Mortal Kombat 1 will have the best roster of fighters in the series to date

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 27 July 23

Mortal Kombat 1 takes a new angle on established canon with exciting new additions and changes.

Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart PS5 game deals

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart receives Steam Deck verification

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 27 July 23

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart has been rated as "Great on Deck" which means it's ideal for Valve's Steam Deck handheld.

Microsoft has just launched a brand new Xbox Series X dashboard

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 26 July 23

After user feedback, Microsoft has rolled out a brand new Xbox Series X dashboard which brings sweeping new UI upgrades.

It looks like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has been teased by Sledgehammer Games

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 26 July 23

Sledgehammer Games has seemingly teased that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 could be next in the annual line-up.

Xbox Series X users will soon be able to map keyboard keys to their controllers

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 25 July 23

A new Xbox Series X update for Xbox Insiders has been rolled out which allows users to use keyboard keys on controllers.

Best HDMI cable for PS5 in 2023

By Dashiell Wood last updated 20 November 23

Buying Guide This is our definitive guide to buying the best HDMI cable no matter your requirements or budget.

Kombat Pack 1 in Mortal Kombat 1 including Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-Man

It's official, J.K. Simmons is returning as Omni-Man in Mortal Kombat 1

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 24 July 23

Co-creator of Mortal Kombat 1, Ed Boon, has announced that J.K. Simmons will be returning as Omni-Man in the DLC.

Nextorage NEM-PA 4TB review - The best high-capacity SSD for PS5

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 21 July 23

The Nextorage NEM-PA 4TB excels as a load-bearing and high-capacity PS5 SSD at a competitive price point.

Sony has just revealed a Limited Edition Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 21 July 23

Sony has revealed a new PS5 console bundle based on the upcoming Spider-Man 2 exclusive title.

a workshop from the game workshop simulator

Valve has just made the Steam Workshop far more user-friendly

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 20 July 23

Years after its original implementation, Valve has now actioned a list of changes to the Steam Workshop for better usability.

ChopValue X Fnatic Revive Pro review - recycled and recharged

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 19 July 23

The ChopValue X Fnatic Revive Pro is a beautiful and thoughtfully designed gaming desk with a positive environmental impact but with a price tag to match.

Diablo 4 season 1 key art with characters around a bonfire

Here's every new Unique and Legendary Aspect coming to Diablo 4 in Season 1

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 19 July 23

A new patch for Diablo 4 has added a wealth of new items to the game ahead of its Season 1 release.

Neopets is now fully independent again and the NFT project has been scrapped

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 18 July 23

After years of being owned by JumpStart Games, Neopets is now finally an independent online game again after 17 years.

The best 4K graphics card of 2023: top options for gamers and creatives

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 17 July 23

Whether you’re looking to game in Ultra HD or looking to push a creative project forward, the best 4K graphics cards are up to the task.

New EU regulations mean the Nintendo Switch 2 will need a reusable battery

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 17 July 23

The European Council has adopted a new regulation on batteries which means the Switch and Steam Deck will change.

These are the only gaming monitor deals worth caring about this Prime Day

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 13 July 23

Prime Day 2023 is rapidly disappearing and I'm bringing you the only gaming monitor deals worth your attention here.

Nintendo Switch and an SD card on a gold background

I've finally been convinced to buy a Nintendo Switch SD card by these deals

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 12 July 23

In the fading hours of the Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals, I've finally been convinced to pick up an SD card on the cheap.

I'm a Hardware Editor and these are the best Prime Day deals I saw for under $50

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 12 July 23

I'm rounding up all the best cheap gaming hardware deals available for under $50 today.

These 5 PS5 SSD heatsinks are actually some of the best Prime Day deals yet

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 12 July 23

we're rounding up some of the best PS5 SSD heatsink deals to save you even more money this Prime Day.

Kratos looking into the distance in God of War Ragnarök

I review video games for a living and these are the best games to get this Prime Day

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 12 July 23

Amazon Prime Day 2023 I'm rounding up all the best Prime Day video game deals that I've seen throughout Prime Day so far on consoles.

I review PS5 SSDs for a living and these are the best Prime Day deals I've seen

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 11 July 23

We're rounding up the best PS5 SSD deals that we've seen throughout Prime Day in the US and the UK to date.

SteelSeries Arctis 7P headset on a blue background with "Don't Miss" written on the left

One of the best PS5 headsets hits an all-time lowest price in early Prime Day deal

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 10 July 23

Amazon is currently offering the SteelSeries Arctis 7P for its lowest-ever recorded price ahead of Prime Day 2023.

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