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

Winnie the Pooh is the star of this upcoming body horror game

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 8 June 23

Blood and Honey has nothing on this body horror game

League of Legends is getting its own Coca-Cola flavor and I can't even

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 June 23

Coca-Cola has launched a new League of Legends-inspired drink which comes alongside some in-game bonus items.

Some of the biggest PS5 games are heavily discounted in a new PS Plus sale

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 June 23

Sony has launched its PlayStation Plus Double Discounts sale where subscribers can save cash on huge PS5 games.

Xbox promises "no full CG trailers" for first party reveals at Xbox Games Showcase

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 June 23

VP of Xbox Games Marketing has stated that first party games won't be revealed with trailers at the Xbox Games Showcase.

Disney Dreamlight Valley receives massive free story content update today

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 June 23

Popular life simulator Disney Dreamlight Valley has just gotten its largest update yet with new story elements and items.

Diablo 4 now has DLSS 3 support with Rachet and Clank: Rift Apart to follow

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 6 June 23

Nvidia has confirmed that Diablo 4 now supports DLSS 3, as well as older iterations of the software for framerate boosts.

After five years, ray tracing still isn't worth the bad performance

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 6 June 23

Now that real-time ray tracing is half a decade old, it's time to admit that, while impressive, it's too high of a sacrifice.

The best cheap PS5 DualSense controller deals in October 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 5 June 23

Deals We're rounding up all the best cheap PS5 DualSense controller deals available this month.

The best PS5 deals for October 2023

By James Pickard last updated 6 September 23

Deals We've been hard at work finding you all the best PS5 deals in the US and the UK to help you save money on hardware.

Three Nintendo Switch consoles on a blue background

The cheapest Nintendo Switch bundles and deals in October 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 8 September 23

deals You're in the right place for some of the cheapest Nintendo Switch bundles and deals in the US and the UK.

Three xbox controllers side by side on a green background

The cheapest Xbox controller deals in October 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 5 June 23

Deals The cheapest Xbox controller deals help you to replace an existing gamepad or play multiplayer titles for less.

Microsoft quietly deletes difficult Xbox achievement in popular Game Pass title

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 5 June 23

A troublesome Xbox achievement has led to Microsoft taking action and removing it, making it easier to achieve the 1000G.

Best PS4 controllers - Nacon Revolution Unlimited Pro

The best PS4 controllers in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 8 September 23

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

Thrustmaster eSwap Pro XR Forza Horizon 5 Edition review - reinventing the wheel

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 2 June 23

The Thrustmaster eSwap Pro XR is a purpose-built modular controller aimed at the racing game faithful

Redfall's key art featuring a vampire being towered over by four armed characters

Redfall developers were secretly hoping that Microsoft would cancel it

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 2 June 23

A recent report has revealed that some of Arkane's longest-serving developers were hoping that Redfall would be canned.

Best capture cards in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 8 August 23

We're rounding up all the best capture cards on the market for both console and PC gaming this month.

Sonic creator Yuji Naka faces two years in prison for latest insider trading arrest

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 1 June 23

Yuji Naka, Sonic the Hedgehog co-creator, has been hit with jail time and a hefty fine following his arrest for insider trading.

Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged to debut in October

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 1 June 23

The Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 sequel will be released in October for PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, PC, and last-gen consoles.

Best PS5 accessories in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 7 September 23

Buying Guide We've hand-picked all the best PS5 accessories available now so you can take your experience one step further.

Best PS5 controllers in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 7 September 23

Buying guide We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from official options to third-party offerings.

The best VR headsets in 2023

By Rhys Wood last updated 25 September 23

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets in 2023 so you can have an all-new immersive experience.

Best gaming console in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 11 August 23

Buying Guide We're rounding up only the best gaming consoles on the market from home systems to handhelds and in-between.

Best handheld games consoles: Nintendo Switch next to the Evercade EXP

Best handheld games consoles in 2023

By Rhys Wood last updated 22 August 23

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best handheld games consoles from modern systems, retro models, and handheld gaming PCs.

The best PS5 racing wheel deals in October 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 25 September 23

Deals We're bringing you all the best PS5 racing wheel deals in the US and the UK.

PS5 SSD hero image with PS5 console and three SSDs

The cheapest PS5 SSD deals in October 2023

By James Pickard last updated 25 September 23

Deals Here are the best PS5 SSD deals available this month if you need a cheap upgrade your console's game storage.

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