Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for over four years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, 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

Hori won me back with its Wireless Horipad Turbo for Nintendo Switch 2, but some annoying design quirks stop it short of greatness

By Rhys Wood Published 25 July 26

The Wireless Horipad Turbo for Nintendo Switch 2 is a decent Pro Controller alternative with some frustrating flaws.

RIG R5 Spear Pro HS wired gaming headset against a blue background

Best wired gaming headsets in 2026: incredible wired audio from devices all tested and reviewed by us

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 22 July 26

Buying Guide Our guide to everything you need to know about the best wired gaming headsets right now.

Best handheld games consoles featuring a Nintendo Switch 2 and Super Pocket on a pink/purple gradient background

Best handheld games consoles in 2026: portable perfection, all tested and reviewed by us

By Rhys Wood Last updated 21 July 26

Buying Guide If you're in the market for a handheld games console, these are our top recommendations.

Best microphones for streaming guide featuring Blue Yeti, Blue Snowball, and HyperX Duocast mics on an orange background

Best microphones for streaming in 2026: top picks for gaming and content creators

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 15 July 26

Our picks for all the best microphones for streaming, from budget offerings to high-end audio setups.

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The best Steam Deck alternatives in 2026: top picks to play on the go

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 14 July 26

Buying Guide Our list of the top Steam Deck alternatives, including budget picks and more premium options.

The best Xbox controllers in 2026: top-tier gamepads from 8BitDo, GameSir, Asus, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 14 July 26

Buying Guide All the best Xbox controllers available right now, from official gamepads to third-party powerhouses.

The DualSense (left) and Scuf Omega (right) PS5 controllers on a blue gradiant background

Best PS5 controllers in 2026: top PlayStation pads from Sony, Razer, Scuf, and more—all tested and reviewed by our expert gaming team

By Rhys Wood Last updated 13 July 26

Buying guide We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from the official options to third-party powerhouses.

Don't bother buying the Switch 2's official N64 controller — get 8BitDo's brilliant take on it instead

By Rhys Wood Published 12 July 26

The 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller is a fine companion for the Nintendo Switch Online game catalog.

Mario jumps to get a flower, Link holds up his right hand, and Samus unleashes a purple blast of energy from her left arm

The 24 best Nintendo Switch games to play in 2026

By Jake Green Last updated 9 July 26

Looking for the best Nintendo Switch games? Here are our choices for what you should pick up next, whether you have a Switch Lite or the OLED model.

The best PS5 racing wheels in 2026: serious driving gear from Thrustmaster, Logitech, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 8 July 26

Buying Guide All the best PS5 racing wheels available for top-tier titles on the platform like F1 25 and Gran Turismo 7.

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2026: our picks to make your Xbox games shine

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 2 July 26

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

I wanted to recommend this Hori gamepad as a cheap Steam Controller alternative, but it's just not worth your money

By Rhys Wood Published 21 June 26

Great Value

The Horipad for Steam controller has its highlights, but it's let down massively by a cheap feel and underwhelming performance.

The best SSD for PS5: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 15 June 26

Our guide to the best PS5 SSDs, from top performers to more affordable alternatives.

The Scuf Omega is a great PS5 controller, but its price and some annoying design quirks make it difficult to fully recommend

By Rhys Wood Published 7 June 26

The Scuf Omega excels at providing a premium gaming experience, but I can’t help but lurch at the price and some of its design choices.

Best PC racing wheels: rev up your desktop with a dedicated sim racing setup

By Rhys Wood Last updated 27 May 26

Buying Guide These are our picks for the best PC racing wheels on the market today for those considering a dedicated sim setup.

Some offroad cars blitz through colorful fields in Forza Horizon 6.

The best racing games: must-drive experiences from simulations to kart racing carnage, all tested and reviewed by us

By Jake Green Last updated 20 May 26

If you love getting behind the digital wheel, you want to check out our best racing games rundown. These include arcade racers, racing sims, and everything in between.

Best PSVR 2 accessories: must-have kit for PS5's VR headset

By Rhys Wood Last updated 19 May 26

Buying guide Improve your VR experience on PS5 with these must-have PSVR 2 accessories.

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The 26 best Xbox Game Pass games in 2026: all tested, reviewed and recommended by our expert team

By Jake Green Last updated 15 May 26

Buying Guide New to the service and wondering what the best Xbox Game Pass games are? Our curated list is here to help.

Four Spartans face down waves of Covenant aliens in Firefight mode

Best Xbox Series X games: top Team Green titles, all reviewed by us

By Jake Green Last updated 14 May 26

Buying Guide Here you'll find our picks of the best Xbox Series X games across genres to enjoy current-gen gaming to the fullest.

Sports cars rev up their engines at the festival in Forza Horizon 6.

Forza Horizon 6 is magnificent, and one new feature cements it as my favorite in the series to date

By Rhys Wood Published 14 May 26

Forza Horizon 6 is a huge improvement over the fifth entry, and a reminder of what makes Playground Games one of the best studios in Xbox’s repertoire.

The best Nintendo Switch controllers

By Rhys Wood Last updated 12 May 26

Buying Guide We've compiled all the best Nintendo Switch controllers to take your hybrid handheld gaming to the next level.

Saros may lack some of Returnal’s sting, but its madness-inducing journey is every bit as engrossing

By Rhys Wood Published 12 May 26

Saros’s airtight game feel and literary inspirations make it one of the most compelling and replayable AAA games I’ve played in years.

Best Meta Quest 3 games: the VR hits you shouldn't miss

By Hamish Hector Last updated 11 May 26

Updated From Resident Evil 4 VR to Batman: Arkham Shadow, these are the best Meta Quest 3 games you can buy today.

The 8BitDo Pro 3 controller photographed on a wooden table.

I’ve been testing controllers for half a decade, and not a single budget option has impressed me like the 8BitDo Pro 3

By Rhys Wood Published 10 May 26

Great Value

The 8BitDo Pro 3 took one look at the Switch 2 Pro Controller and said ‘hold my beer’.

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Best green screens: our top choices for streamers and content creators

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 27 April 26

Buying Guide If you're a streamer, the best green screen could enhance your streaming setup. Here are our top picks right now.

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