Articles by Dashiell Wood, Hardware Writer

Dash is a technology journalist who covers gaming hardware at TechRadar. Before joining the TechRadar team, he was writing gaming articles for some of the UK's biggest magazines including PLAY, Edge, PC Gamer, and SFX. Now, when he's not getting his greasy little mitts on the newest hardware or gaming gadget, he can be found listening to J-pop or feverishly devouring the latest Nintendo Switch otome.

Articles by: Dashiell Wood

Sid Meier's Civilization 7 developer breaks down the new leader mechanics, "it's one of the biggest changes we've made to the game and one of the scariest"

By Dashiell Wood published 14 September 24

We speak to Civilization 7 executive producer Dennis Shirk about the mechanics of the upcoming strategy game.

Best gaming console in 2024: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 13 September 24

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2024, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

CRKD reveals new Rocket League editions of three of its Nintendo Switch controllers

By Dashiell Wood published 13 September 24

CRKD has revealed a line of limited edition Rocket League controllers.

Close up of Nintendo Switch controller buttons

Nintendo Switch 2: everything we know about a potential Switch successor

By Dashiell Wood last updated 12 September 24

Updated Nintendo has revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2, or a successor to the Nintendo Switch, will be announced before the end of next year.

Snake holding gun in Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1

Another Metal Gear Solid Master Collection is coming, but it could take a while to arrive

By Dashiell Wood published 12 September 24

Konami has confirmed that Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 is in the works.

New Xbox Game Pass Standard details emerge and it's not looking good

By Dashiell Wood published 11 September 24

Xbox Game Pass Standard does not include releases like Starfield, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, and lots of other titles.

A PlayStation 5 (PS5) video game console at the Sony Group Corp. booth at the Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies (Ceatec) in Chiba, Japan, on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023.

You will soon be able to buy refurbished PS5 consoles from Sony via PS Direct and the prices are surprisingly reasonable

By Dashiell Wood published 11 September 24

Sony will offer certified refurbished PS5 consoles through its PS Direct store.

PS5 vs PS4 Pro: should you upgrade?

By Adam Vjestica last updated 11 September 24

Versus Should PS4 Pro owners make the jump to PS5, or can the previous console stick around for slightly longer?

PS5 Slim vs PS5: the two PlayStation 5 models compared

By Dashiell Wood last updated 11 September 24

Versus Wonder what’s going on with the PS5 and the newer PS5 Slim? Here’s our detailed breakdown of all the differences.

PS5 Pro reveal analysis - 5 things we learned about the next PlayStation console

By Dashiell Wood published 10 September 24

The PS5 Technical Presentation gave us our first look at the PS5 Pro. Here are five things that we learned from the official reveal.

PS5 Slim: where to buy, design and specs

By Rhys Wood last updated 10 September 24

The PS5 Slim is finally here. Here's everything you need to know about the latest hardware revision.

The Seagate Game Drive M.2 SSD placed on a colorful desk mat.

Seagate Game Drive M.2 SSD for PS5 review: easy to recommend

By Dashiell Wood last updated 10 September 24

Recommended

The Seagate Game Drive M.2 SSD for PS5 is a very good option if you’re searching for an officially licensed PS5 SSD.

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: which current-gen console should you buy?

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 September 24

Updated We've pulled together everything you need to know about the PS5 vs Xbox Series X in our handy guide.

Upgraded PS5 Pro games will feature a special label

By Dashiell Wood published 10 September 24

Games that offer better PS5 Pro performance will be labelled with a new 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label.

PS5 Pro release date confirmed with pre-orders starting on September 26

By Rob Dwiar published 10 September 24

The PlayStation 5 Pro has finally been officially revealed by Sony, along with a PS5 Pro release date.

A white question mark on top of a black PS5 console silhouette with a blue background

PS5 Technical Presentation live - are we about to see the PS5 Pro?

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 September 24

Follow our live blog for all the latest from the PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation where we expect to see the PS5 Pro revealed amid other details from Mark Cerny.

Details about the upcoming Mobile Gaming Show

Future launches the Mobile Gaming Show highlighting exciting upcoming games to play on the go

By Dashiell Wood published 10 September 24

The new Mobile Gaming Show will highlight the most exciting upcoming mobile games.

Sony confirms PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation for September 10 - is this the PS5 Pro reveal?

By Dashiell Wood published 9 September 24

Sony has confirmed that a PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation will be broadcast this month on September 10.

Super Mario Party Jamboree preview: jam-packed with minigames

By Dashiell Wood published 9 September 24

Super Mario Party Jamboree is set to deliver a familiar but still very much expanded Mario Party experience.

A screenshot of Kay and Nix walking in the snow in Kijimi City in Star Wars Outlaws

Don’t worry, a patch is on the way to fix those horrible Star Wars Outlaws stealth sections

By Dashiell Wood published 9 September 24

Those awful instant fail stealth sections in Star Wars Outlaws are finally getting patched.

The best fight sticks in 2024: controllers that are perfect for fighting games

By Rhys Wood last updated 6 September 24

Buying Guide We've compiled the best fight sticks available now so you can replicate that sought-after arcade experience at home.

Sony's official PlayStation 30th Anniversary artwork

PS5 Pro seemingly accidentally revealed in new PlayStation artwork

By Rob Dwiar published 5 September 24

Sony may have just confirmed the design of the much-rumored PS5 Pro in some of its own artwork.

The Beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro headset in black on a man's head

Beyerdynamic announces a new open-back addition to its gaming headset lineup - the MMX 330 Pro

By Dashiell Wood published 5 September 24

Beyerdynamic has revealed a new open-backed gaming headset, the MMX 330 Pro.

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated 5 September 24

Buying guide Our guide to the best Xbox Series X hard drives will help you increase your console’s storage for less.

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2024

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 September 24

Buying Guide This is our roundup of the best monitors for Xbox Series X that are available to buy now.

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