Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.

Articles by: Rhys Wood

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers kept me on the edge of my seat as a soulslike that rewards dodging over parrying

By Rhys Wood published 16 June 25

After four hours with Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, I’m left desperate to play even more.

Four Spartans face down waves of Covenant aliens in Firefight mode

Best Xbox Series X games 2025: smash hits for Microsoft's top console

By Jake Green last updated 13 June 25

Buying Guide Here you'll find our picks of the best Xbox Series X games across genres to enjoy current-gen gaming to the fullest.

Mario Kart World just about makes the podium, but some strange design decisions have left me scratching my head

By Rhys Wood published 13 June 25

Mario Kart World is almost a dream launch game, but some weird design decisions are currently holding it back.

Tekken 8 Jin Kazama punching towards the screen

Best fighting games 2025 - top fighters to push you to the limit

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 June 25

Our list of the best fighting games will show you the games worth playing as we enter a new golden age.

Marcus inspects a dogtag around Kait's neck

Best Xbox One games 2025: top titles to play right now

By Vic Hood last updated 13 June 25

Whether you own an Xbox One or Xbox One X, don't miss out on the best Xbox One games you can play right now.

A green claw wraps around the carcass of a monster

Capcom confirms Monster Hunter Wilds' second major title update will launch at the end of June

By Rhys Wood published 13 June 25

The second free title update for Monster Hunter Wilds will arrive at the end of June.

I have to remind you of this excellent PSVR 2 deal again as PlayStation's Days of Play sale is about to end

By Rhys Wood published 11 June 25

PlayStation's Days of Play sale is nearly over, but you can still save big on PSVR 2.

Mindseye's launch has been an unmitigated disaster as players report horrifying glitches and poor PC performance

By Rhys Wood published 11 June 25

With a 'Mixed' rating on Steam, Mindseye's launch is riddled with bugs, performance issues and complaints about its price.

Nintendo Switch 2 review-in-progress live: my thoughts, reactions, and experience with the console and its games

By Rhys Wood last updated 9 June 25

Nintendo Switch 2 is here. Join us as we cover its launch live and as events unfold.

It's official, Persona 4 Revival has been announced, but there's no release date yet

By Demi Williams published 8 June 25

Following months of rumors, Atlus has formally announced the Persona 4 remake, Persona 4 Revival.

Street Fighter 6's Season 3 characters have been announced, thanks to wrestler Kenny Omega

By Rhys Wood published 6 June 25

Street Fighter 6 Season 3's characters have been revealed, and it's a real mixed bag.

Lies of P: Overture is so good it makes me want to do countless New Game Plus runs to experience it over and over again

By Rhys Wood published 6 June 25

Lies of P: Overture is an unmissable expansion for fans of the base game.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at Computex 2025

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang claims Nintendo Switch 2 has the 'most advanced graphics ever in a mobile device'

By Rhys Wood published 4 June 25

Nintendo Switch 2 has the 'most advanced graphics ever in a mobile device' according to Nvidia CEO.

PlayStation announces the latest State of Play presentation, and it's happening tomorrow

By Rhys Wood published 3 June 25

PlayStation's next State of Play presentation is airing tomorrow, here's how to watch it live.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 wireless headset

The new SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 wireless gaming headset is here, sporting an impressive feature set at a price that genuinely surprised me

By Rhys Wood published 3 June 25

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 could be the mid-range multiplatform gaming headset you've been waiting for.

A pink-haired Pokémon trainer taking a selfie with a Politoed.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's 60fps upgrade on Nintendo Switch 2 genuinely makes it look a hundred times better

By Rhys Wood published 3 June 25

Nintendo reveals 60fps gameplay for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet and I'm genuinely in awe of how much of an upgrade it is.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is an unmissable compilation of some of the greatest fighting games ever

By Rhys Wood published 31 May 25

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 proves that some of the best fighting games ever made are truly timeless.