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

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Best gaming console in 2025: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 1 July 25

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2025, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

The best SSD for PS5 in 2025: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 1 July 25

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

This Xbox controller has one of the coolest designs I've ever seen, and is currently at a lowest-ever price

By Dashiell Wood published 1 July 25

This premium controller from Thrustmaster has fallen to a lowest-ever price ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

Best PC controllers in 2025: top gamepads from GameSir, Thrustmaster and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 1 July 25

Our guide to everything you need to know about the best PC controllers that are available to buy now.

Donkey Kong Bananza on Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo reveals that Donkey Kong Bananza is developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team – then confirms grass is still green

By Dashiell Wood published 1 July 25

Yes, Donkey Kong Bananza is developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team.

Donkey Kong Bananza offers a no-holds-barred open world that encourages you to go bananas

By Dashiell Wood published 1 July 25

Donkey Kong Bananza is an engaging Super Mario Odyssey successor that could be just what the Nintendo Switch 2 needs.

The Secretlab Genshin Impact collection.

If you love Genshin Impact, then you need to see these two new officially licensed gaming chairs from Secretlab

By Dashiell Wood published 30 June 25

Secretlab reveals two new Genshin impact gaming chairs.

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Xbox hardware is 'dead' according to a former Microsoft producer – and it's hard to disagree

By Dashiell Wood published 30 June 25

A former Microsoft Game Studios executive producer has released a video discussing the future of Xbox.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived, but we still consider the PS5 the best gaming console to buy in 2025 – here are the three reasons why it's number one

By Dashiell Wood published 27 June 25

Why the PS5 is still our go-to console in 2025.

Capcom reveals new Resident Evil Requiem footage, but still won't tell us if Leon is in the game

By Dashiell Wood published 27 June 25

Resident Evil Requiem developers on why Leon might not be the protagonist.

The PDP Victrix Pro BFG Field Op edition.

Forget the DualSense Edge – this modular pro controller is still my go-to PS5 gamepad

By Dashiell Wood published 26 June 25

The PDP Victrix Pro BFG is still better than the DualSense Edge in my book.

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Time is running out to claim your Fortnite refund – here's how to get one and avoid scams

By Dashiell Wood published 26 June 25

How to avoid scams and claim a Fortnite refund via the FTC.

Jurassic World Evolution 3 thankfully won't feature AI-generated character portraits following community backlash

By Dashiell Wood published 25 June 25

Jurassic World Evolution 3 developers finally back down on AI generated assets following community anger.

The Corsair Platform:4 Elevate gaming desk.

The Corsair Platform:4 packs big gaming desk performance into a small package that’s perfect if you’re short on space

By Dashiell Wood published 24 June 25

Best in Class

The Corsair Platform:4 is a top-quality gaming desk that’s perfect for those short on space.

Hideo Kojima holding the upcoming Death Stranding 2 DualSense.

If you want to pre-order the Death Stranding 2 Limited Edition DualSense when it goes live, I've got all the information and the best links to bookmark right now

By Dashiell Wood last updated 24 June 25

Here's everything you need to know before Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Limited Edition DualSense pre-orders open.

Where to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: make the most of GameChat with your friends

By Dashiell Wood published 23 June 25

How to get your hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera.

Latest Battlefield 6 leak gives us our first look at the campaign – and I'm already hooked

By Dashiell Wood published 23 June 25

It will allegedly feature a prologue and eight missions

Don't buy a mobile controller without these six expert considerations

By Dashiell Wood published 20 June 25

Make the right choice for mobile gaming

I've used the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller for two weeks now – here are five ways it's better than the original

By Dashiell Wood published 20 June 25

All the biggest ways in which the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller improves on the original.

The first hour of FBC: Firebreak is absolutely miserable, and it doesn't get much better from there

By Dashiell Wood published 19 June 25

FBC: Firebreak is a bland and repetitive co-op shooter that’s not worth your time or attention.

Everything announced at the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Pauline officially revealed, wait, was that Diddy Kong? Plus everything else you need to know

By Dashiell Wood last updated 18 June 25

This is our live coverage of the June Donkey Kong Bananza Direct.

You don't need to buy a gaming laptop during Prime Day – one of the most underrated Amazon perks just got a massive upgrade

By Dashiell Wood published 18 June 25

One of the most underrated Amazon Prime perks just got a massive upgrade.

Resident Evil Requiem will feature multiple viewpoints, letting you switch between first and third-person frights

By Dashiell Wood published 11 June 25

Resident Evil Requiem will let you switch between first and third person.

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Best Assassin’s Creed games in 2025: every series entry ranked

By Rob Dwiar last updated 11 June 25

The best Assassin's Creed games have stood out from their rivals thanks to gameplay and stories that have stood the test of time.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has already smashed a sales record, with 3.5 million units shifted in just four days

By Dashiell Wood published 11 June 25

Nintendo Switch 2 sales are off to a very strong start.

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