Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, 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

Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S consoles in white

Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S: the cheapest Xbox consoles compared

By Adam Vjestica last updated 8 June 23

Versus Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S debate offers great entry points into the ecosystem, but one is starting to show its age.

Super Mario Odyssey played on a Nintendo Switch in portable mode

Nintendo Switch review

By Jon Porter last updated 8 June 23

Updated Nintendo Switch is fantastic for TV play and gaming on the go, even well into 2023.

Evercade apologizes for AI art blunder

By Rhys Wood published 2 June 23

Evercade creator Blaze Entertainment has issued an apology after commissioning AI-generated artwork.

Best capture cards in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 8 August 23

We're rounding up all the best capture cards on the market for both console and PC gaming this month.

Diablo 4 players on PS5 are having a hard time logging in

By Rhys Wood published 2 June 23

Diablo 4 players on PS5 are running into an error that prevents them logging in, during what is otherwise a smooth launch.

Diablo 4 transmog is something Final Fantasy 14 should learn from

By Rhys Wood published 2 June 23

Diablo 4’s transmog feature is brilliantly simple, and something Final Fantasy 14’s equivalent system should take notes from.

Luke hitting a punching bag in Street Fighter 6

Street Fighter 6 Modern controls vs Classic controls: what are the differences?

By Rhys Wood published 1 June 23

Street Fighter 6 Modern controls offer a casual-friendly gateway into fighting. But what are the big differences?

Ken slams his fists together while looking at the camera

Street Fighter 6 online ranks explained and how to rank up

By Rhys Wood published 1 June 23

The Street Fighter 6 online ranked mode features many ranking tiers. Here’s everything you need to know about ranking up.

PS Plus September 2023: PlayStation Plus free games available this month

By Kara Phillips last updated 30 August 23

Updated September's PlayStation Plus free games include a sandbox full of side hustles, an MMORPG, and a first-person open-world adventure.

Evercade EXP surrounded by various cartridges and manuals

Evercade Showcase reveals Duke Nukem collections for EXP and VS consoles

By Rhys Wood published 1 June 23

The Evercade Showcase was packed with new cartridge announcements, headlined by Duke Nukem 3D

Mortal Kombat 1 to run online stress test before launch - and you can take part

By Rhys Wood published 31 May 23

Mortal Kombat 1 will be running an online stress test before launch, and you can participate by registering your interest.

Alan Wake sitting at his desk in the Cauldron Lake cabin

Alan Wake 2 might get a physical release after all

By Rhys Wood published 30 May 23

Alan Wake 2 is billed for a digital-only release, but publisher THQ Nordic wants to help change that.

Street Fighter 6 review: perfect round

By Rhys Wood published 30 May 23

Review Street Fighter 6 marks the franchise’s triumphant return to form, and will introduce a new generation of players to fighting games.

Don't worry, Spider-Man 2 should have a release date "soon"

By Rhys Wood published 26 May 23

Spider-Man 2 developer Insomniac Games has promised to reveal the game's release date "soon."

Alan Wake 2: a close up of Alan Wake's face

Alan Wake 2 was my big winner at the PlayStation Showcase – here’s why

By Rhys Wood published 25 May 23

Alan Wake 2 was easily the standout during the PlayStation Showcase, showing other announcements how it’s done.

Sony's Project Q is a handheld without the portability

By Rhys Wood published 25 May 23

Sony revealed its Project Q handheld during the PlayStation Showcase, a device that’ll likely have limited appeal.

Every PSVR 2 game announced at the PlayStation Showcase

By Rhys Wood published 25 May 23

Missed the PlayStation Showcase? Here’s every PSVR 2 game announcement from the live event.

Sony claims PSVR 2 is selling okay, actually

By Rhys Wood published 24 May 23

According to Sony, PSVR 2 is selling better than originally projected by various analysts.

The Street Fighter 6 personality quiz will help pick your fighter and control scheme

By Rhys Wood published 24 May 23

Try out the Street Fighter 6 personality quiz to figure out who you should play with, and how, on day one.

PSVR 2 will live or die by May 2023's PlayStation Showcase

By Rhys Wood published 24 May 23

Today’s PlayStation Showcase is the best time for PSVR 2 to reverse its fortunes.

AEW Fight Forever to feature comical amounts of blood

By Rhys Wood published 24 May 23

Don't worry, AEW Fight Forever will be positively coated in the red stuff.

Blizzard to jump on the AI bandwagon - what could possibly go wrong?

By Rhys Wood published 23 May 23

Blizzard is to make use of an AI image generator for its concept art, according to internal emails.

The best VR headsets in 2023

By Rhys Wood last updated 6 September 23

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets in 2023 so you can have an all-new immersive experience.

A man holding an Xbox Wireless Controller - best Xbox controllers

The best Xbox controllers to buy in 2023

By Rhys Wood last updated 21 August 23

Buying Guide We've pulled together all the best Xbox controllers in 2023 for when you're ready to upgrade your gamepad.

Best gaming console in 2023

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 11 August 23

Buying Guide We're rounding up only the best gaming consoles on the market from home systems to handhelds and in-between.

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