Articles by Aleksha McLoughlin, Contributor

Formerly TechRadar Gaming's Hardware Editor, Aleksha McLoughlin is now a freelance writer and editor specializing in computing tech, video games, and E-commerce. As well as her many contributions to this site, you'll also find her work available on sister sites such as PC Gamer, GamesRadar, and Android Central. Additionally, more of her bylines can be found on Trusted Reviews, Dexerto, Expert Reviews, Techopedia, PC Guide, VideoGamer, and more.

Articles by: Aleksha McLoughlin

Logitech Yeti GX review - a great-sounding microphone for streamers

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 19 September 23

The Logitech Yeti GX is a compact and high-quality USB microphone that performs consistently, even though it doesn’t necessarily wow.

Spider-Man 2 on PS5 looks to include every suit you could ever want

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 15 September 23

Sony has revealed new info about Spider-Man 2 during a recent State of Play event, with a wealth of suits to use around New York.

Pimax Crystal review - undeniably powerful, but unfinished

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 14 September 23

Not quite crystal clear

Mortal Kombat 1 review - a definitive new beginning

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 14 September 23

Review Mortal Kombat 1 digs deep into the series’ extensive history to deliver the best fighting experience for the franchise in over 30 years.

Star Wars Jedi director Stig Asmussen is leaving EA and Respawn

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 14 September 23

The director of Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order and Survivor, Stig Asmussen, is leaving Respawn and EA "to pursue new adventures".

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D in an AM5 motherboard

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D review: a fantastic premium performer, but its price holds it back

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 13 September 23

Recommended

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D processor offers powerful performance for gaming and is decent for productivity, too.

All the delisted 3DS Picross games are coming to the Nintendo Switch

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 13 September 23

Picros S+ has been announced for the Nintendo Switch which includes content from all nine 3DS-era titles in the series.

Still from Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 2 trailer

Epic Games recruits Charlie Wen, designer of God of War's Kratos, as new creative executive

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 12 September 23

Charlie Wen, who previously designed Kratos from the God of War series as well as many MCU characters, has been appointed CCO of Epic Games.

Assassin's Creed 4 Black Flag was pulled from Steam because of a "technical issue"

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 11 September 23

A Ubisoft representative has confirmed why Assassin's Creed 4 Black Flag was pulled from Steam.

Jean-Claude Van Damme in Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat 1 finally includes Jean-Claude Van Damme as Johnny Cage

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 8 September 23

Jean-Claude Van Damme has been revealed as a skin for Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 1 after decades of waiting.

Kingston Fury Beast DDR5 slotted into a motherboard

Kingston Fury Beast RGB DDR5 review: pretty and powerful

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 September 23

Recommended

Kingston Fury Beast RGB DDR5 RAM is some of the best that you can slot into your PCIE 5.0 build right now.

JBL Quantum TWS review - stellar sound quality and style

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 September 23

The JBL Quantum TWS gaming earbuds punch above their weight with solid all-round performance and a competitive price point.

A astronaut in Starfield sitting in a cockpit

Starfield features Skyrim's infinite money glitch - for now

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 7 September 23

Diligent Starfield players have discovered that Skyrim's old infinite money glitch still works in Bethesda's latest game.

Baldur's Gate 3 screenshot showing a character holding a lantern.

The Baldur's Gate 3 development team cut this spell because it was game-breaking

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 7 September 23

Baldur's Gate 3 developers have explained the one spell they wanted to add to the game and why it was cut before release.

This Patapon spiritual successor is funded and due to release in April 2025

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 6 September 23

The spiritual successor to Patapon, Ratatan, has been funded in mere hours, and eclipsed its donation goal ten times over.

Where to pre-order Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle and DualSense Controller

By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated 4 September 23

We're bringing you all the retailers we expect to see the Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle, controller, and side plates arrive at.

Asus ROG Raikiri Pro review - luxurious but limited

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 4 September 23

The Asus ROG Raikiri Pro is a solid high-end controller for PC gaming but doesn't quite stick the landing for other platforms.

DLSS 3.5 in action in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty

Nvidia DLSS 3.5 looks game-changing for PC gaming across all RTX graphics cards

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 1 September 23

Nvidia has recently unveiled DLSS 3.5 which brings a wealth of new changes to the RTX functionality on all supported cards from the past three GPU generations.

A new Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition has just been announced

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 31 August 23

Nintendo has announced a new Mario Red Edition of the Nintendo Switch OLED console alongside the release date of Super Mario Bros. Wonder.

Victrix Pro FS review - one of the best fight sticks ever made

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 31 August 23

The Victrix Pro FS is a stylish and functional high-end fight stick made with both casual fighting game players and the pro scene in mind for PlayStation consoles and PC.

Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher game series

Over 250 developers are already working on The Witcher 4, confirms CD Projekt

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 31 August 23

CD Projekt CEO Adam Kiciński has confirmed that a team of almost 260 people are working on The Witcher 4 currently.

Trust GXT 498 Forta for PS5 headset review - great performance, good value

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 30 August 23

The Trust GXT 498 Forta PS5 gaming headset may be budget-priced, but it sounds closer to a more premium offering.

Dave Bautista in the Mortal Kombat 1 official live action trailer

The Mortal Kombat 1 launch trailer pays homage to the original game's commercial

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 30 August 23

Warner Bros. has released a new live-action launch trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 which recreates the Mortal Monday commercial.

House House and Panic are working on a 'super special' new game

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 29 August 23

House House, the developer team behind Untilted Goose Game and Push Me Pull You, is working on a new title.

Crucial P5 Plus review - competitively priced but lacking in performance

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 25 August 23

While the Crucial P5 Plus is technically competent enough inside the PS5, the sequential performance leaves a lot to be desired.

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