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

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.

Assassin's Creed's Edward Kenway on a yellow background, with "tech radar" written across it

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.

Activision is reportedly still 'committed' to bringing Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 to Nintendo Switch 2

By Dashiell Wood published 10 June 25

Call of Duty: Black ops 7 could come to Nintendo Switch 2 after all.

Hitman World of Assassination – Signature Edition brings one of my favorite games ever to Nintendo Switch 2, and I just can’t put it down

By Dashiell Wood published 9 June 25

Hitman World of Assassination – Signature Edition is a solid Nintendo Switch 2 port of an utterly fantastic game.

Hollow Knight: Silksong will be out 'before' the holidays, but it still doesn't feel real to me

By Dashiell Wood published 9 June 25

Hollow Knight: Silksong team clarifies release date plans, saying it will be out before the winter holiday.

Xbox Games Showcase 2025: everything revealed from Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Persona 4 remake to a new handheld

By Dashiell Wood last updated 8 June 25

Everything announced at the June 2025 Xbox Games Showcase and our reactions as it happened.

The dark fantasy RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker gets first gameplay trailer and a 2026 release window

By Demi Williams published 8 June 25

Rebel Wolves has announced that its debut game, The Blood of Dawnwalker, will launch in 2026.

Resident Evil 9 has been revealed, plus everything else announced at Summer Game Fest 2025 and my live reactions as it happened

By Dashiell Wood last updated 6 June 25

Our live coverage of Summer Game Fest 2025.

A Nintendo Switch 2 system with one Joy-Con angled away from the main piece

Nintendo Switch 2: everything you need to know, from price and design, to games and features

By Roland Moore-Colyer last updated 6 June 25

Updated Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived, so here's what you need to know.

PlayStation State of Play June 2025: everything announced from Silent Hill f finally getting a release date to Final Fantasy Tactics remake reveal as it happened

By Rob Dwiar last updated 4 June 25

Our live coverage in the build up to the State of Play.

New Nintendo Today post gives us our first good look at GameShare in action

By Dashiell Wood published 4 June 25

A new Nintendo Today app post outlines GameShare functionality.

Survival Kids developers on the 'pressure' of making a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive launch title

By Dashiell Wood published 3 June 25

We chat with the team behind Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive launch title Survival Kids to learn more about its development.

Elden Ring Nightreign has sold more than 3.5 million copies as devs confirm DLC and two player mode

By Dashiell Wood published 3 June 25

A two player mode is coming to Elden Ring Nightreign.

RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business is more of the same, but that’s not a bad thing

By Dashiell Wood published 3 June 25

We plough through legions of heavily armed goons in RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business in an early hands-on.

Mario red Samsung microSD Express Card 256GB on cyan background with don't miss sign

Where to buy Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Express cards: sort out your console storage on day one

By Dashiell Wood published 2 June 25

Where to pick up an SD card for Nintendo Switch 2.

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated 30 May 25

Buying Guide This is our roundup of the best monitors for Xbox Series X that are available to buy now.

The best monitors for PS5 and PS5 Pro in 2025: let your games shine on an excellent screen

By Rob Dwiar last updated 30 May 25

One of the best monitors for PS5 or PS5 Pro will help your games shine and run super smooth while also allowing for great PC integration.

We've been testing the best gaming chairs for years, these are our top picks for work and play

By Rob Dwiar last updated 30 May 25

Buying Guide All the best gaming chairs that you can buy right now, catering to different users, budgets, and needs.

The best gaming desk against a colored backdrop.

The best gaming desks in 2025: my picks for expanding and optimizing your setup

By Rob Dwiar last updated 30 May 25

We've rounded up all of our top picks for the best gaming desks based on size, make, style, and price.

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