Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Writer

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Rhys is Hardware Writer for TechRadar Gaming, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Rhys has a strong love for all things gaming, including everything from triple A blockbusters to hidden indie gems. For Rhys, the highlights of the work are being able to test out top-notch gaming hardware, from controllers and headsets to VR and beyond. When he's not on the clock, you'll usually find him logged into Final Fantasy 14 and Sea of Thieves. Or taking massive Ls in Mario Party Superstars.

Articles by: Rhys Wood

Nintendo Switch microSD cards Black Friday deal

Nintendo Switch microSD cards just got a massive discount ahead of Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published 16 November 22

Black Friday 2022 Amazon's Nintendo Switch microSD card deals shouldn't be missed, and are available well ahead of Black Friday

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There’s never been a worse time to buy a PS5

By Rhys Wood last updated 29 November 22

The PS5 has never been a tougher sell, what with the price hike, overpriced peripherals, half-baked services and more.

The Witcher 3 free next-gen update finally has its release date locked in

By Rhys Wood published 14 November 22

The Witcher 3's next-gen update will be free to all current owners of the game, and it's coming very soon.

God of War collector's edition, Kratos shouting

God of War Ragnarok's inspirations come from a surprising source

By Rhys Wood published 14 November 22

God of War Ragnarok's got some deep gaming roots, as explained by director Eric Williams.

Red and blue Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons in controller shell

The best thing you can get for your Nintendo Switch for less than $20 / £20

By Rhys Wood published 14 November 22

Want to know the best Nintendo Switch accessory you can get for less than $20 / £20? You might be pleasantly surprised.

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3 money saving tips for Xbox Series X

By Rhys Wood published 11 November 22

Just bought an Xbox Series X|S console? Here’s how you can keep costs down after such a pricey purchase.

Modern Warfare 2 early Black Friday deal

Modern Warfare 2 has a chunky discount ahead of Black Friday

By Rhys Wood last updated 24 November 22

Black Friday 2022 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is majorly discounted on Walmart and Amazon UK, even though it just launched.

Sonic Frontiers’ final boss is living rent free in my head

By Rhys Wood published 11 November 22

Sonic Frontiers’ final boss was quite literally the last thing I was expecting, for better or worse.

Google Stadia refunds are coming, but still no word on the controller's fate

By Rhys Wood published 10 November 22

Google Stadia fans just got some bittersweet news, as refunds for both hardware and games are now rolling out.

Princess Peach looking shocking in front of a Nintendo Switch console

A Nintendo Switch price increase could be on the horizon

By Rhys Wood published 8 November 22

The Nintendo Switch won't be getting a price increase anytime soon, the company confirmed recently.

Sonic Frontiers review: A hedgehog back in his prime

By Rhys Wood published 7 November 22

Review Sonic Frontiers is a fresh direction for the speedy hedgehog, and one that pays off in spades.

How to get a great Nintendo Switch bundle for under $400

By Rhys Wood published 7 November 22

Black Friday 2022 Nintendo Switch bundles can be more affordable than you might think. Here’s our guide on how to save big.

Why Discord won our gaming tech of the year award – it's essential for every kind of gamer

By Rhys Wood published 5 November 22

TechRadar Choice Awards 2022 Discord continues to be the best messaging app for gamers in 2022, and a swathe of new features help it stay on the throne.

Is Nintendo Switch OLED worth it in 2022?

By Rhys Wood last updated 4 November 22

A year on, is the Nintendo Switch OLED still worth a purchase? Or would it be better to wait on Nintendo Switch Pro details?

PSVR 2 finally has a price and release date, and it's more expensive than a PS5

By Rhys Wood last updated 3 November 22

Sony just announced the price and release date for the PSVR 2 headset, and the price tag might shock you

PS5 gaming monitor behind PS5 console, DualSense controller and Pulse 3D headset

5 reasons to play PS5 games on a gaming monitor

By Rhys Wood published 29 October 22

Don’t want to shell out for an expensive 4K TV for PS5? Consider picking up a gaming monitor instead.

Bayonetta 3 proves the Nintendo Switch Pro is long overdue

By Rhys Wood published 28 October 22

The Nintendo Switch continues to pump out excellent games like Bayonetta 3, but the hardware is seriously starting to show its age.

Four video game characters in a row, including Halo's Master Chief and Doom's Doomslayer

Xbox Game Pass is the focus of next year's Xbox Series X UI refresh

By Rhys Wood published 27 October 22

A new Xbox Series X|S home menu layout is available for Insiders, and it puts Xbox Game Pass front and center.

Street Fighter 6 characters in drawn form

It looks like Street Fighter 6 is launching much later than we thought

By Rhys Wood published 27 October 22

Capcom's half-year report has Street Fighter 6 fans worried, with a single "major new title" launching in 2023's second half.

An Elden Ring player squaring off against a boss

One of Elden Ring's most feared abilities just got a much-needed PvP nerf

By Rhys Wood published 26 October 22

An infamous Elden Ring ability quickly gets the nerf it deserves after player feedback.

Apple Arcade fans just got a neat Nintendo-themed surprise

By Rhys Wood published 26 October 22

Nintendo Switch retro controllers are now compatible with iOS devices and services like Apple Arcade.

Xbox Series S against a black background

Xbox Series S may frustrate developers, but there's plenty it still gets right

By Rhys Wood published 25 October 22

It looks like some developers aren't happy with the Xbox Series S, but it's nonetheless a vital part of this console generation.

Bayonetta 3

By Rhys Wood published 25 October 22

Review Bayonetta 3 delivers for the fans, but its ambitions can be a little much for the aging Switch hardware.

Arcade sticks won’t give you an advantage in Street Fighter 6 – here’s why

By Rhys Wood published 22 October 22

Arcade sticks are excellent for fighting games like Street Fighter 6, but don’t feel like you need to buy one to enjoy it.

Nintendo Switch Online is getting not one, but two Mario Party games next month

By Rhys Wood published 21 October 22

Nintendo Switch Online's a lively place to be in November, with the arrival of two Mario Party games.

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