Rhys Wood

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

Best PS4 controllers

The best PS4 controllers in 2025: our favorites from Sony, Victrix and more

By Rhys Wood last updated

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

Marcus inspects a dogtag around Kait's neck

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

By Vic Hood last updated

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.

Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic

Knights of the Old Republic remake developer Saber Interactive states all its projects are 'still in development'

By Rhys Wood published

Yes, the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake seems to still be in development.

Horipad Turbo

The Horipad Turbo might not be the feature-rich Nintendo Switch controller of your dreams, but it’s still a worthwhile budget pick

By Rhys Wood published

Unremarkable at first glance, the Horipad Turbo’s performance has it punching above its weight.

Silent Hill f

Silent Hill f will present players with 'a beautiful yet terrifying choice', and I can't wait to see what it is

By Rhys Wood published

Silent Hill f is the series' first game to be set in Japan, and its blend of beauty and terror looks absolutely horrifying.

Atelier Yumia

I was already sold on Atelier Yumia as an RPG, but I wasn’t expecting it to have my favorite crafting system in all of gaming

By Rhys Wood published

Atelier Yumia’s quick-paced battles and exploration join a phenomenal crafting system to make for one of 2025’s best RPGs.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4

From Ace of Spades to Them Bones, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4's soundtrack is already looking excellent

By Rhys Wood published

Activision has just released part of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4's soundtrack on Spotify, and there's more to come.

The SAG-AFTRA San-Fransisco-North California Local

SAG-AFTRA union and video game industry bargaining group remain at odds as agreements on AI protections still 'frustratingly far apart'

By Rhys Wood published

SAG-AFTRA strikes are set to continue as meaningful protections against AI likenesses remain inadequate.

8BitDo Ultimate deal

The 8BitDo Ultimate is my all-time favorite Nintendo Switch controller, and it's just gone back on sale at an almost lowest-ever price

By Rhys Wood published

The 8BitDo Ultimate is still the best Nintendo Switch controller, and it's just dropped below $50 at Amazon.

Fortnite Lawless

After Nike and Adidas trainers, it was only a matter of time until Crocs got added to Fortnite

By Rhys Wood published

Crocs, yes Crocs, are now available in Fortnite for your favorite skins to wear.

Nintendo Switch 2

A Nintendo Switch 2 FCC filing confirms Wi-Fi 6 and NFC support for the upcoming console

By Rhys Wood published

If you have any old amiibo figures lying around, it looks like the Nintendo Switch 2 will have NFC support.

Xbox Series X

Xbox is reportedly teaming up with a mystery manufacturer to launch a PC gaming handheld this year

By Rhys Wood published

An Xbox PC gaming handheld might be coming sometime this year, according to sources.

Sam Porter cradles a baby

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach trailer confirms June release date and an even more harrowing post-apocalyptic world

By Rhys Wood published

We finally have a release date for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.

Assassin's Creed Shadows

Assassin's Creed Shadows PS5 Pro details have been revealed and the biggest difference appears to be ray tracing

By Rhys Wood published

Playing Assassin's Creed Shadows on PS5 Pro? Expect three performance modes and 'extended' ray tracing.

Best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories in 2025: essential gear for your Xbox console

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories are essential if you want to get the most out of your console.

Best VR headsets

The best VR headsets in 2025: top virtual reality headsets from Meta, Valve and more

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets you should consider buying for an optimal virtual reality experience.

A Sony SPVR 2 box on a cyan background with white TechRadar branding and price cut wording

The huge price cuts to PSVR 2 and its Horizon: Call of the Mountain bundle are now in effect at PlayStation Direct

By Rhys Wood published

Where to buy PSVR 2 now that it's had a massive permanent price drop.

Nacon Revolution X Unlimited

I was impressed by the Nacon Revolution X Unlimited Xbox controller at a recent event, and you can pre-order one right now

By Rhys Wood published

You can now pre-order the Nacon Revolution X Unlimited, an Xbox controller with Hall effect sticks and a handy LCD screen.

Best racing wheels

Best racing wheels in 2025: our favorite wheels from Thrustmaster, Logitech and more

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide The best racing wheels for consoles and PC are ideal if you're looking to build a dedicated sim setup.

A screenshot showing Naoe looking at the hidden blade in Assassin's Creed Shadows

Prep 107GB of space as Assassin's Creed Shadows preload and expected global release times are shared by Ubisoft

By Rhys Wood published

Ubisoft has announced the global release times for Assassin's Creed Shadows, and you can preload it right now.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 promo image featuring the Doom Slayer glaring at Tony

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 is real and the Digital Deluxe Edition literally turns it into a Doom game

By Rhys Wood published

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 is coming in July and features the Doom Slayer as a playable skater.

Close up of PS5 DualSense controller leaning on a PS5

Sony goes full Xbox Insider with new Beta Program at PlayStation initiative, offering the testing of new games and features before release

By Rhys Wood published

Sony takes a leaf out of the Xbox Insider playbook with Beta Program at PlayStation, which you can sign up for right now.

Xbox Wireless Controller – Ghost Cipher Special Edition

Amazon's Xbox Wireless Controller deals are pretty stellar, but stock is selling through fast

By Rhys Wood published

So many Xbox Wireless Controllers are enjoying steep discounts at Amazon right now, but they're selling fast.

A screenshot of Silent Hill 2's main protagonist James in a car park looking out across the lake

More Silent Hill remakes could be on the way as Konami is set to continue its partnership with Bloober Team

By Rhys Wood published

Konami and Bloober Team are set to team up again for an unspecified project.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Xbox February update lets players stream even more of their own games including Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered

By Rhys Wood published

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's stream your own game collection feature expands thanks to its latest update.

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