Articles by Dashiell Wood, Hardware Writer

Dash is a technology journalist who covers gaming hardware at TechRadar. Before joining the TechRadar team, he was writing gaming articles for some of the UK's biggest magazines including PLAY, Edge, PC Gamer, and SFX. Now, when he's not getting his greasy little mitts on the newest hardware or gaming gadget, he can be found listening to J-pop or feverishly devouring the latest Nintendo Switch otome.

Articles by: Dashiell Wood

The next Destiny game will be a free-to-play mobile shooter with its first closed alpha test on November 1

By Dashiell Wood published 14 October 24

A new Destiny mobile game has been announced by developer NetEase games.

PS5 Pro pre-order guide: the latest and best places to find stock

By Rob Dwiar last updated 14 October 24

Here are all the best links and information to make your PS5 Pro pre-order journey smooth and successful.

Close up of Nintendo Switch controller buttons

Nintendo Switch 2: everything we know about a potential Switch successor

By Dashiell Wood last updated 14 October 24

Updated Nintendo has revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2, or a successor to the Nintendo Switch, will be announced before the end of next year.

The best fight sticks in 2024: controllers that are tailor-made for fighting games

By Rhys Wood last updated 11 October 24

Buying Guide We've compiled the best fight sticks available now so you can replicate that sought-after arcade experience at home.

A close up shot of the GameSir Tarantula Pro.

The GameSir Tarantula Pro has one of the coolest features that I've ever seen on a controller

By Dashiell Wood published 11 October 24

The GameSir Tarantula Pro is a Nintendo Switch and PC controller with one killer feature.

The PS5 disc drive and vertical stand on a blue background

Where to buy the PS5 disc drive and PS5 vertical stand: where to buy both PS5 Pro accessories

By Rob Dwiar last updated 11 October 24

We're giving you the best information and places to buy the PS5 disc drive and vertical stand.

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.

Best gaming console in 2024: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 11 October 24

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2024, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

These new Starfield vinyl records looks like an absolute treat for dedicated fans

By Dashiell Wood published 8 October 24

The Starfield soundtrack is coming to vinyl in a new collaboration between Bethesda and Laced Records.

The new Thurstmaster Heart controller for Xbox and PC.

Thrustmaster has revealed the Heart, an Xbox and PC controller with Hall effect thumbsticks

By Dashiell Wood published 7 October 24

The latest PC and Xbox controller from Thrustmaster has mechanical buttons and Hall effect thumbsticks.

A promotional image from the upcoming Life & Death expansion pack for The Sims 4.

The Sims 4 Life & Death expansion pack will arrive on Halloween

By Dashiell Wood published 4 October 24

A spooky new DLC for The Sims 4 drops on Halloween

It's official, Shaq is coming to Fortnite - here's everything you need to know

By Dashiell Wood published 4 October 24

Basketball superstar turned entrepreneur and rapper Shaquille O’Neal is coming to Fortnite.

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2024

By Rob Dwiar last updated 3 October 24

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

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated 3 October 24

Buying guide Our guide to the best Xbox Series X hard drives will help you increase your console’s storage for less.

The best monitors for PS5 in 2024 - let your games shine on screen

By Rob Dwiar last updated 3 October 24

One of the best monitors for PS5 will help your games shine and run super smooth while also allowing for great PC integration.

A new The Sims mobile game has appeared - and no, it's not The Sims 5

By Dashiell Wood published 3 October 24

The Sims Labs: Town Stories has appeared on the Google Play Store.

The Sims Project Rene early screenshot showing a build mode.

Latest Sims Project Rene leak suggests an experience more like The Sims Mobile than fans might expect

By Dashiell Wood published 3 October 24

Project Rene leaks suggests daily quests and graphics like The Sims Mobile.

A screenshot of the world in Starfield: Shattered Space.

Starfield: Shattered Space finally ditches the empty expanse of space for a more finely-crafted location, and I couldn’t be happier

By Dashiell Wood published 2 October 24

I go hands-on with Starfield: Shattered Space and am largely impressed with what it brings to the table.

The Super Pocket handheld games console on a pale green background.

Best handheld games consoles in 2024

By Dashiell Wood last updated 2 October 24

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

The Lords of the Fallen sequel is officially in development, with a Sniper Ghost Warrior installment on the way too

By Dashiell Wood published 2 October 24

The PS5 home screen is back to normal after it was suddenly filled with promo posts.

How to gameshare on Xbox

By Dashiell Wood published 1 October 24

This is our step by step guide on how to gameshare on Xbox in order to let your friends or family access your game library.

Best PC controllers in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated 1 October 24

Buying Guide Our guide to everything you need to know about the best PC controllers that are available to buy now.

The best VR headsets in 2024: top virtual reality headsets for immersive gaming

By Rhys Wood last updated 1 October 24

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets that are worth your time and money this year.

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.

Lexar Play 2280 review: really needs a price cut

By Dashiell Wood published 1 October 24

The Lexar Play 2280 could be a solid option on sale, but is far too expensive at its current price.

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