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

PlayStation announces the latest State of Play presentation, and it's happening tomorrow

By Rhys Wood published 3 June 25

PlayStation's next State of Play presentation is airing tomorrow, here's how to watch it live.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 wireless headset

The new SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 wireless gaming headset is here, sporting an impressive feature set at a price that genuinely surprised me

By Rhys Wood published 3 June 25

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 could be the mid-range multiplatform gaming headset you've been waiting for.

A pink-haired Pokémon trainer taking a selfie with a Politoed.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's 60fps upgrade on Nintendo Switch 2 genuinely makes it look a hundred times better

By Rhys Wood published 3 June 25

Nintendo reveals 60fps gameplay for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet and I'm genuinely in awe of how much of an upgrade it is.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is an unmissable compilation of some of the greatest fighting games ever

By Rhys Wood published 31 May 25

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 proves that some of the best fighting games ever made are truly timeless.

UK retailer Game is canceling some Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders, so you may want to check yours

By Rhys Wood published 30 May 25

Attention UK gamers - check your Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order if it's from Game as the retailer is canceling some orders.

A Nintendo Switch 2 system with one Joy-Con angled away from the main piece

Costco is the latest US retailer to confirm Nintendo Switch 2 stock

By Rhys Wood published 29 May 25

It looks like Costco is going to have Nintendo Switch 2 launch day stock in the US.

Nintendo has updated its Switch 2 game compatibility page, identifying over 100 titles with 'start up issues' on the upcoming console

By Rhys Wood published 28 May 25

Over 100 games have 'start up issues' on Nintendo Switch 2, but the company is investigating them ahead of launch.

F1 25 is a serviceable entry in the Codemasters series, but it’s in desperate need of a shakeup

By Rhys Wood published 27 May 25

F1 25 is a serviceable but safe annual entry in the Codemasters motorsport series.

Yes, you can use a USB mouse on Nintendo Switch 2, as demonstrated by a Koei Tecmo producer

By Rhys Wood published 27 May 25

Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening producer shows a USB mouse working perfectly on Nintendo Switch 2.

The RIG 900 Max HS is easily my new favorite PS5 gaming headset thanks to its impeccable audio quality and comfort factor

By Rhys Wood published 25 May 25

Recommended

The RIG 900 Max HS gaming headset excels with superb audio quality and comfort, and battery life that goes the distance.

an image of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller being held

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is already doing one thing better than the DualSense Edge and other premium gamepads

By Rhys Wood published 23 May 25

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller's GL/GR buttons have one amazing feature.

Xbox Antstream Arcade Retro Classics library

Play vintage titles like Pitfall and Kaboom with Xbox Game Pass's new Retro Classics suite

By Rhys Wood published 22 May 25

Xbox teams up with Antstream Arcade to offer the Retro Classics service via Game Pass.

Lies of P is getting a massive free update, adding difficulty options as well as an extremely welcome boss rush

By Rhys Wood published 21 May 25

Lies of P is getting a boss rush mode and difficulty options via a free update.

Lies of P: Overture starts in a zoo overrun by mutated animals, and it's one of the best soulslike levels I've ever played

By Rhys Wood published 21 May 25

Lies of P: Overture could be even stronger than the base game if its first level is anything to go by.

After squaring off against three of Lies of P: Overture’s bosses, I’m terrified by what the rest of the DLC has to offer

By Rhys Wood published 21 May 25

Lies of P: Overture’s new boss fights are all winners, even if one is a little too big for the camera to handle.

PNY's microSD Express cards for Nintendo Switch 2 are available to buy now in 128GB and 256GB options

By Rhys Wood published 21 May 25

PNY reveals its lineup of microSD Express cards for Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo confirms its return to Gamescom this year, presumably with a bunch of Switch 2 games

By Rhys Wood published 20 May 25

Nintendo is back at Gamescom 2025 after skipping last year's event.

The Nacon Revolution X Unlimited is the first controller with a built-in screen that I actually like

By Rhys Wood published 30 April 25

Recommended

The Revolution X Unlimited and its built-in display offer a sublime premium controller experience on Xbox and PC.

I was worried Retro-Bit’s modern Sega Saturn controller would be a cheap gimmick, but it left me pleasantly surprised

By Rhys Wood published 28 April 25

Recommended

Retro-Bit’s Sega Saturn Wireless Pro Controller is a solid option for arcade classics and fighting games.

Some Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade packs will be cheaper than others, official prices reveal

By Rhys Wood published 25 April 25

Switch 2 Edition upgrades packs won't all cost the same, as officially revealed by Nintendo.

F1 25’s Braking Point 3 won't be for everyone, but I’m still enjoying its dramatic take on the sport

By Rhys Wood published 24 April 25

Effectively F1 25’s story mode, Braking Point 3 brings racing action and drama in good measure.

Yes, the Nintendo Switch 2 wireless GameCube controller will work with non-GameCube games, but there's a catch

By Rhys Wood published 24 April 25

You can use the Switch 2's GameCube controller for regular games, but Nintendo stresses there 'may be some issues'.

The Nintendo Switch 2 consoel boxes on a stand

These 7 Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order tips helped me secure my own bundle, and they could help you too

By Rhys Wood published 23 April 25

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders haven't been easy to secure, so we're here to help you get yours ahead of release.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller on a stand

The Switch 2 Pro Controller will have the same colossal battery life as the original, with a significantly shorter charge time, according to Nintendo

By Rhys Wood published 23 April 25

According to Nintendo, the Switch 2 Pro Controller's charge time will be almost half that of the original model.

The Nintendo Switch 2 console on a stand

Believe it or not, the Nintendo Switch 2's magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers almost didn't have a release button

By Rhys Wood published 22 April 25

Nintendo confirms the Switch 2 almost didn't have a crucial Joy-Con 2 feature.

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