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

8BitDo Ultimate 2 controllers lined up in a row, showing off Black, White and Purple colorways.

Amazon US begins pre-orders for the 8BitDo Ultimate 2, the follow-up to our favorite Nintendo Switch controller

By Rhys Wood published 15 April 25

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 is now up for pre-order at Amazon US.

The PS5 disc drive and vertical stand on a blue background

Where to buy the PS5 disc drive: stock updates on the must-have PS5 Pro accessory

By Rob Dwiar last updated 15 April 25

We're giving you the best information and places to buy the PS5 disc drive and vertical stand.

Close up of PS5 DualSense controller leaning on a PS5

The PS5 Digital Edition has been hit with a price hike in some regions, but in great news for PS5 Pro owners the disc drive has seen a price cut

By Rhys Wood published 14 April 25

The PS5 has been hit with another wave of price hikes in some regions, but the disc drive is now available for less.

The Future Games Show Summer Showcase is back this year, just a couple of days after Nintendo Switch 2's launch

By Rhys Wood published 11 April 25

The Future Games Show Summer Showcase returns in June, and it's one you might not want to miss.

I’ve played F1 25’s My Team 2.0 overhaul, and it’s looking like the managerial makeover I’ve wanted for years

By Rhys Wood published 10 April 25

F1 25 is getting big changes to My Team mode, and it just might be the best update in years.

Don't be so quick to pre-order that Hori Piranha Plant Camera for Nintendo Switch 2 as there's a pretty big catch

By Rhys Wood published 9 April 25

Hori's Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat camera may be cheaper than the official option, but its resolution will be worse.

Nintendo Switch Online’s GameCube classics are off to a good start on Switch 2, though I did spot one slight issue in my hands-on

By Rhys Wood published 8 April 25

There’s a lot to love about the Nintendo Switch 2’s GameCube library, but I've got one concern.

an image of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller being held

After going hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller it feels like a fantastic upgrade, but I have just one small concern

By Rhys Wood published 7 April 25

I went hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and I already love it, but one concern remains.

There may be a huge catch to buying physical Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games

By Rhys Wood published 7 April 25

Physical Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games might just be original Switch cartridges with a download code for the upgrade.

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from the Nintendo Switch 2 launch to Microsoft turning 50

By Hamish Hector published 5 April 25

The week's 7 biggest tech stories from Microsoft, Nintendo, ChatGPT and more for April 5, 2025.

A Nintendo Switch 2 console on a red background and a Switch console on a blue background

Nintendo Switch 2 vs Nintendo Switch: comparing price, specs, design, features and more

By Rhys Wood published 4 April 25

Nintendo Switch 2 is coming very soon, so what upgrades does it bring over the original model?

Why is Nintendo Switch 2 so expensive? Analysts think the price of the console isn't the problem as software becomes a 'much harder sell'

By Rhys Wood published 4 April 25

Analysts have weighed in on why the Nintendo Switch 2 is so expensive, and it's more than just tariffs.

The Nintendo Switch 2 console on a stand

I spent four hours with Nintendo Switch 2, and it hasn't just exceeded my expectations – it's blown them away

By Rhys Wood published 3 April 25

After going hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2 for four hours, here are my initial thoughts.

A screenshot of Mario from Mario Kart World

I fell off the map in Mario Kart World and didn’t respawn – here’s why that’s awesome

By Rhys Wood published 3 April 25

Mario Kart World is so good I can’t believe that the upcoming Switch 2 exclusive is only two months away.

Could Nintendo Switch 2 get a Final Fantasy 9 remake? Fans are hoping so as the game's 25th anniversary website goes live

By Rhys Wood published 1 April 25

Final Fantasy 9 fans are hoping for a Nintendo Switch 2 remake as the PS1 classic gets a 25th anniversary website.

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con mouse functionality hinted at again in Nintendo Today teaser

By Rhys Wood published 1 April 25

The Nintendo Today app drops another Switch 2 mouse hint in a teaser video.

The CRKD Neo S Linkin Park Edition controller has me confusing what is real, but it absolutely is coming soon

By Rhys Wood published 31 March 25

If you love Linkin Park then you'll definitely want to pre-order this limited edition CRKD Neo S controller.

It's Prime Day all over again as we're seeing great discounts on Xbox Wireless Controllers in Amazon's Big Spring Sale

By Rhys Wood published 28 March 25

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is a great time to pick up an Xbox Wireless Controller for less.

Metroid Prime 4 Beyond showing Samus in her new suit

I was already excited for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, then Retro Studios gave Samus a bullet time mechanic

By Rhys Wood published 28 March 25

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond looks great, but it's Samus's new psychic powers that have me most intrigued.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream screenshot showing a Mii smelling some fresh flowers.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a sequel to my favorite 3DS game, and I think it's already packing the charm that inZOI lacks

By Rhys Wood published 28 March 25

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream doesn't need inZOI's impressive visual fidelity to be the better game - here's why.

Nintendo Direct - all Nintendo Switch games announced at the March 2025 show and our reactions as it happened

By Dashiell Wood last updated 28 March 25

The March 2025 Nintendo Direct has ended, but it was a good one! Here's everything we leaned and our reactions to the show.

Shigeru Miyamoto presents Nintendo Today app

Nintendo Today smartphone app is out now on iOS and Android devices – and here's what it does

By Rhys Wood published 27 March 25

You can download the new Nintendo Today smartphone app, erm, well, today.

Screenshot from action RPG soulslike Lies of P

Lies of P Overture won't elaborate on the game's eyebrow-raising post-credits twist, and I think that's good news

By Rhys Wood published 27 March 25

I'm actually glad that Lies of P's Overture DLC won't tie into the base game's shocking post-credits twist.

Cristiano Ronaldo promotional image for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

Yes, Cristiano Ronaldo is a playable character in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and it makes more sense than you think

By Rhys Wood published 27 March 25

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' second open beta goes live as SNK announces Cristiano Ronaldo as a playable character (yes, really).

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 is the successor to my favorite Switch controller, and it's just received its first substantial Amazon discount

By Rhys Wood published 26 March 25

It's only been out for a month and the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 already has its first major Amazon discount.

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