Articles by Rob Dwiar, Managing Editor, TechRadar Gaming and Streaming

Rob is the Managing Editor of TechRadar Gaming and Streaming. He joined in 2023 as the Deputy Editor of TechRadar Gaming (TRG), and has multiple years of games media and games writing experience under his belt, with a variety of bylines at games publications, but also in the world of gardens and landscapes.

Prior to joining TRG, Rob was the Commissioning Editor for Hardware at sister site GamesRadar+. and spent more than four years on that team. After this, he had a short but successful stint as Gaming Editor at WePC, but is now firmly in a position at TechRadar Gaming to help drive the brand forward to achieve its goals. Before joining GamesRadar+ in 2018, Rob freelanced for many places and has had work published over the last six years or so at the likes of GamesRadar+, Eurogamer, RPS, PCGN, and more. This writing often took, and still takes, the form of analysis and celebration of video game environments, landscapes, and horticulture - Rob is a qualified landscape and garden designer and an expert on the virtual landscapes and environments of games.

Articles by: Rob Dwiar

The 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense on a 007-themed gold and black background

James Bond 007 First Light PS5 controller pre-orders live now — the best links and info

By Rob Dwiar last updated 17 April 26

We've got all the best information and early links to bookmark ahead of the James Bond 007 First Light limited edition DualSense pre-orders today.

Elden Ring, Venom, and Kratos screenshots arranged side by side, in a 'V' pattern grid

Best PS5 games - the top 30 PlayStation 5 titles to play in 2026

By Rob Dwiar last updated 17 April 26

If you're looking for the best PS5 games right now, you can't go wrong with these essential picks. Here's the 30 top titles available on the platform.

The Stranger, the player character in Metro 2039 in a swampy environment

Metro’s unique flavor of post-apocalyptic misery is back in Metro 2039 — and I can’t wait to return to the ‘dark heart of the Moscow metro’ where ‘hope is lost' and 'the future looks bleak, if there is one’

By Rob Dwiar published 16 April 26

Metro’s particular style of post-apocalyptic bleakness and misery is back with Metro 2039, and I’ve already reinstalled Metro Exodus to get in the mood.

Kliff attacking enemies in Crimson Desert

Here's what to play if you love Crimson Desert according to someone with more than 160 hours in the game

By Rob Dwiar published 14 April 26

These are the games to play if you're loving Crimson Desert, according to our reviewer of the game

Pragmata’s blend of puzzles, hacking, and combat makes for some of the best space action I’ve ever experienced

By Rob Dwiar published 13 April 26

Hacking and combat combine beautifully in Pragmata, making for a satisfying and spectacular space action game

A picture of the Asus ROG Kithara audiophile wired gaming headset on a wooden surface.

The Asus ROG Kithara embraces hi-fi and makes for a powerful, precise planar-magnetic gaming headset

By Cliff Joseph published 12 April 26

Recommended

Asus and HiFiMan combine to make an excellent wired audiophile gaming headset in the ROG Kithara, though a few missing features and a complex cable system hold it back.

Best Nintendo Switch headsets: excellent headphones that also work on Switch 2

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 April 26

Buying guide Here are the best Nintendo Switch headsets you can pick up right now to suit all budgets and preferences.

The Spigen Rugged Armor Pro case for PlayStation Portal sitting on a wooden surface infront of a white brick-effect wall with a PlayStation Portal sitting within it.

In a sea of PlayStation Portal cases, the one I value the most has yet to be beaten

By Rob Dwiar published 10 April 26

It might not be perfect, but this is the PlayStation Portal case I always recommend.

Two earbud tips sitting on top of the PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds case in front of a PlayStation Portal on a black surface

These cheap and tiny accessories make the Pulse Explore earbuds even more perfect for the PlayStation Portal

By Rob Dwiar published 9 April 26

After adding this tiny audio accessory to my PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds, gaming on my Portal has never been comfier.

Channeling the 'timeless style of the franchise' Sony's next limited edition DualSense lets you embrace your inner Man with the Golden Gun and I simply must add it to my collection

By Rob Dwiar published 8 April 26

Gooooold — Sony has revealed a fabulously shiny 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense controller.

TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition on a man's wrist with plants in the background

I've reviewed a bunch of golf watches, and can recommend these 8 to golfers looking to level up their game

By Rob Dwiar published 8 April 26

As The Masters gets underway, it's the perfect time to invest in your own setup — these are the best golf watches I'd recommend right now.

PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds on a wooden surface with a white brick background

This one accessory leveled up my PlayStation Portal and PS5 experience

By Rob Dwiar published 8 April 26

If you're looking to make the most of your PlayStation Portal, then consider this one accessory that I absolutely love.

The PS5 Pro console next to a PS5 Slim and launch PS5 on a wooden desk in front of a white brick background and next to a potted plant

Thinking of upgrading to a PS5 Pro before GTA 6 and Marvel's Wolverine or adding a Portal to your setup? Now is the time as retailers are still offering 'old' prices

By Rob Dwiar published 7 April 26

Turns out that the PS5 price hike hasn't filtered through yet as loads of retailers are still selling hardware at the 'old' prices.

Garmin Approach S50 being worn on the course

The Garmin Approach S50 is a mid-range golf watch that could give some premium devices a scare

By Rob Dwiar published 6 April 26

The Garmin Approach S50 is a brilliant mid-range golf watch that shines on the course — and is only slightly held back by some familiar grievances.

Artwork from The Division 2's latest update 'Rise Up' or Escalation showing the back of an agent in front of a blue background

The Division 2's latest season promises yet more challenge and chaos as new modes and difficulties drop — plus some gear I simply must get my hands on

By Rob Dwiar published 2 April 26

Rise Up to the challenge

A player faces down an enemy riding a three-header Hell-beast in Lords of the Fallen

PlayStation Plus free games: here are the PS Plus games for April 2026

By Rob Dwiar last updated 2 April 26

We're giving you all the details on the latest batch of PlayStation Plus free games. Here's what you'll be playing in April 2026.

gameplay and UI within The Division Resurgence

The Division Resurgence developer says they're 'very satisfied with the touch controls' of the 'more tactical' game

By Demi Williams published 2 April 26

Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence executive producer Fabrice Navrez is "very satisfied" with the mobile game's touch controls, but says players can choose to play with a controller if they prefer.

Streaming apps on a smartphone screen with TechRadar radar overlay

Best streaming deals – current savings for Disney+, Hulu, Sling TV and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 1 April 26

Updated Make the most of the best streaming deals, with the lowdown on limited-time savings, bundled subscription discounts and extended free trials right here.

A remote with Netflix, Disney Plus and Amazon Prime Video and other streaming services running as buttons.

The best streaming services – Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, Prime Video, and more compared

By Rob Dwiar last updated 1 April 26

Updated Which of the best streaming services is right for you? Netflix, Apple TV, Prime Video, Hulu, and more compared.

Ahead of its 25% price jump, it looks like Amazon has sold out of the white PlayStation Portal — but the midnight black version is still in stock

By Rob Dwiar published 31 March 26

The PS5 is our pick for the best gaming console of this generation but time is running out to pick it up ahead of another price hike

Paramount Plus is easily one of the premier streaming services right now — and you've only got one more day to take advantage of this excellent deal

By Rob Dwiar published 30 March 26

From Yellowjackets to Yellowstone, and from South Park to Star Trek, Paramount Plus is one of the best streaming services going — and you've only got hours left to jump on this deal

I’m finally playing Eastshade, and it’s turned me into a travelling painter who really cares about artistic composition

By Rob Dwiar published 28 March 26

Finally diving into Eastshade has been a breath of slow-paced, travelling-painter fresh air, and I can’t stop painting everything.

Celebrate the weekend in the perfect way by picking up an 80% discount on your first two months of Paramount Plus Premium

By Rob Dwiar published 27 March 26

What better way to welcome in the weekend than a Paramount Plus deal that knocks off up to 80% of your first two months.

Xbox Partner Preview: everything announced at the showcase

By Dashiell Wood last updated 26 March 26

Our coverage of the latest Xbox Partner Preview as it happened.

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The best wireless gaming headsets in 2026: top products from SteelSeries, Razer, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 26 March 26

If you're after the best wireless gaming headsets on the market right now, then see our handy guide.

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