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

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These Amazon discounts might be the closest we get to Black Friday PS Plus deals this year

By Rob Dwiar published 13 November 24

Amazon Prime members can now get 10% off gift cards with these early Black Friday PS Plus deals.

PS5 Pro: everything you need to know

By Rob Dwiar last updated 7 November 24

The PS5 Pro release date has passed and the new console from Sony is out in the wild; here's all the key details about the new machine.

Where to buy a PS5 Pro: pre-orders are over, and stock is readily available

By Rob Dwiar last updated 7 November 24

Here's where to buy a PS5 Pro with a range of retailer links and information to help you.

PS5 Pro specs: how powerful the new PlayStation 5 console is, and how it compares to the PS5

By Rob Dwiar last updated 6 November 24

Almost all of the PS5 Pro specs have been revealed - here's what they are and how they compare to the base PS5.

The PS5 Pro in front of a white brick background, on a brown desk, next to a potted plant.

PS5 Pro review: a high-performing enthusiast console with a pricey sting in the tail

By Rob Dwiar published 6 November 24

Recommended

Evolution, not revolution

The three new Xbox Series console variants on a stand at Gamescom 2024

Where to buy the new Xbox Series X and S consoles - including the gorgeous Galaxy Black 2TB machine

By Rob Dwiar last updated 1 November 24

The new Xbox Series X and S console variants are available to pre-order today, August 21, 2024.

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Secretlab Titan Evo NanoGen Edition review: new materials and signature quality combine for excellent comfort

By Rob Dwiar published 31 October 24

The Secretlab Titan Evo NanoGen Edition weaves a new web across the proven excellence of the Titan Evo chairs from the brand and introduces new and exquisitely comfortable materials to the chair.

The 30th Anniversary Edition PS5 Slim on a gray background

PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Edition and DualSense restock live: the latest on PS Direct's stock drop

By Rob Dwiar last updated 29 October 24

There's another PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary restock happening today, along with a DualSense restock, and we've got all the links and details here.

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds on a black desk in front of a PS5 and DualSense

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds review: small in stature, huge in performance

By Rob Dwiar published 29 October 24

Recommended

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are right up there with the very best gaming earbuds I’ve tested, offering a fulsome package of features and excellent gaming audio.

I’m excited about the Alien: Isolation sequel, but I’m not convinced I’ll ever play it

By Rob Dwiar published 24 October 24

The Alien: Isolation sequel that’s in the works is an exciting prospect, but the sheer terror of the Xenomorph in the original game might keep me from finishing it.

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Seagate Game Drive External SSD for PlayStation review: chic and officially licensed, but not that speedy

By Rob Dwiar published 20 October 24

A solid PS5 companion

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Salute for the Thumb Soldiers, versatile thumbstick add-ons that offer variety, increased control, and greater accessibility

By Theo Litston published 19 October 24

Thumb Soldiers is a UK-based brand that is attempting to not only boost player performance but also level the playing field for all gamers through its variety of attachments and kits.

PS5 Pro pre-orders and 30th Anniversary PS5 Slim and collection stock updates as it happened

By Rob Dwiar last updated 11 October 24

The second wave of PS5 Pro pre-orders will begin on October 10, and we're here to guide you through it, finding the best links, information, stock details, and supporting deals.

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Potent poison, pals, and plants: three reasons why Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred hooked me

By Rob Dwiar published 4 October 24

Three reasons why Diablo 4’s Vessel of Hatred has pulled me back into the game once more.

PSN is down - here's what we know about the latest PlayStation Network outage

By Rob Dwiar last updated 1 October 24

PlayStation Network is down for users across the globe.

PS5 Pro pre-orders as it happened: how the first day of pre-orders for regular and 30th Anniversary PS5 Pro consoles panned out

By Rob Dwiar last updated 26 September 24

Our live blog provided all the latest updates as PS5 Pro pre-orders, and 30th Anniversary Collection pre-orders began and got underway across the globe.

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SteelSeries announces new Arctis GameBuds designed for every beat of a modern gaming lifestyle

By Rob Dwiar published 26 September 24

SteelSeries has announced new Arctis GameBuds which aim to offer supreme audio quality mixed with top-tier versatility.

Sony confirms State of Play for tomorrow, September 24th, promising "news and updates on over 20 titles"

By Rob Dwiar published 23 September 24

Sony has confirmed that its next State of Play presentation is on September 24 and will feature news and updates on "over 20 titles".

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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset gets a new paint job – and it's a beaut

By Rob Dwiar published 17 September 24

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 wireless gaming headset has a new colorway – a slick all-white affair.

The Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense is pure joy in a controller - and the best way to celebrate the game and character

By Rob Dwiar published 13 September 24

The Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense channels the same kind of joy and character of the game and is an example of a special edition pad done brilliantly.

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

TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition review: Pricey, but almost perfect

By Rob Dwiar published 11 September 24

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition is an exceptional smartwatch and the best premium golf watch money can buy.

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.

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.

PS5 Pro announced and officially revealed by Sony

By Rob Dwiar published 10 September 24

The PS5 Pro has been officially announced by Sony, after a presentation by PS5 lead architect, Mark Cerny.

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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.

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