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

The Nintendo Switch 2 is the company’s least ambitious console to date, but its improvements are astronomical

By Rhys Wood last updated 30 June 25

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is an incredibly impressive console despite issues with battery life and some poorly thought-out features.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is so good that I wish I could use it on anything

By Rhys Wood published 27 June 25

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The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is a seriously impressive follow-up to the already superb original.

The second free Monster Hunter Wilds title update is coming next week, bringing back a surprise monster from the 3DS era

By Rhys Wood published 27 June 25

Monster Hunter Wilds' stacked second free update includes two iconic monsters and a collab with Fender.

The 8BitDo Ultimate has been at the top of our best Nintendo Switch controllers list for almost three years - here’s why that’s unlikely to change

By Rhys Wood published 26 June 25

The 8BitDo Ultimate truly is the ultimate Nintendo Switch controller, and it now has Switch 2 support.

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 is an excellent PC controller, but I still prefer the superb original

By Rhys Wood published 26 June 25

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The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 continues the brand’s penchant for high-quality controllers, even if battery life remains lacking.

Ellie, Kratos, Atreus and Ratchet in a promotional PlayStation Studios image

Best PS5 games 2025 - the top 25 PlayStation 5 titles to play right now

By Rob Dwiar last updated 25 June 25

If you're looking for the best PS5 games right now, you can't go wrong with these essential picks.

Nacon Revolution X Unlimited vs Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot – here’s what I learned testing two of the year’s most interesting Xbox controllers

By Rhys Wood published 23 June 25

While both have their issues, the Nacon Revolution X Unlimited and Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot show that controllers makers aren’t afraid to try new things.

I've replaced my Switch OLED with a Nintendo Switch 2 for two weeks now - here are the biggest improvements I’ve noticed in my time with the new console

By Rhys Wood published 22 June 25

After two weeks with Nintendo Switch 2, here are the biggest improvements I’ve found the hardware brings over its older brethren.

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from Oakley's next-gen smart glasses to our first week with Alexa+

By Hamish Hector published 21 June 25

The past week's biggest tech news from Trump Mobile, Oakley, Meta, Amazon, and more.

A purple Game Boy Advance against a red background

Best GBA games - essential GameBoy Advance titles you need to play

By Rhys Wood last updated 20 June 25

The best GBA games have stood the test of time as landmark 32-bit titles that are as playable now as they were at launch.

Nintendo didn’t tell anyone this Switch game got a huge performance boost on Switch 2, so I’m telling you instead

By Rhys Wood published 19 June 25

Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition is the best Nintendo Switch 2 game and I’m not even remotely kidding.

Everything announced at the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Pauline officially revealed, wait, was that Diddy Kong? Plus everything else you need to know

By Dashiell Wood last updated 18 June 25

This is our live coverage of the June Donkey Kong Bananza Direct.

Xbox president Sarah Bond announces that Xbox has formed a 'strategic multi-year partnership' with AMD for its next generation of consoles, handhelds and accessories

By Rhys Wood published 18 June 25

Xbox president Sarah Bond formally announces the next generation of Xbox in partnership with AMD.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers kept me on the edge of my seat as a soulslike that rewards dodging over parrying

By Rhys Wood published 16 June 25

After four hours with Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, I’m left desperate to play even more.

Four Spartans face down waves of Covenant aliens in Firefight mode

Best Xbox Series X games 2025: smash hits for Microsoft's top console

By Jake Green last updated 13 June 25

Buying Guide Here you'll find our picks of the best Xbox Series X games across genres to enjoy current-gen gaming to the fullest.

Mario Kart World just about makes the podium, but some strange design decisions have left me scratching my head

By Rhys Wood published 13 June 25

Mario Kart World is almost a dream launch game, but some weird design decisions are currently holding it back.

Tekken 8 Jin Kazama punching towards the screen

Best fighting games 2025 - top fighters to push you to the limit

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 June 25

Our list of the best fighting games will show you the games worth playing as we enter a new golden age.

Marcus inspects a dogtag around Kait's neck

Best Xbox One games 2025: top titles to play right now

By Vic Hood last updated 13 June 25

Whether you own an Xbox One or Xbox One X, don't miss out on the best Xbox One games you can play right now.

A green claw wraps around the carcass of a monster

Capcom confirms Monster Hunter Wilds' second major title update will launch at the end of June

By Rhys Wood published 13 June 25

The second free title update for Monster Hunter Wilds will arrive at the end of June.

Best horror games: the scariest titles to play in 2025

By Elie Gould last updated 12 June 25

These are our best horror games available now that'll provide fans with all sorts of scares on all sorts of platforms.

Mindseye's launch has been an unmitigated disaster as players report horrifying glitches and poor PC performance

By Rhys Wood published 11 June 25

With a 'Mixed' rating on Steam, Mindseye's launch is riddled with bugs, performance issues and complaints about its price.

Nintendo Switch 2 review-in-progress live: my thoughts, reactions, and experience with the console and its games

By Rhys Wood last updated 9 June 25

Nintendo Switch 2 is here. Join us as we cover its launch live and as events unfold.

It's official, Persona 4 Revival has been announced, but there's no release date yet

By Demi Williams published 8 June 25

Following months of rumors, Atlus has formally announced the Persona 4 remake, Persona 4 Revival.

Street Fighter 6's Season 3 characters have been announced, thanks to wrestler Kenny Omega

By Rhys Wood published 6 June 25

Street Fighter 6 Season 3's characters have been revealed, and it's a real mixed bag.

Lies of P: Overture is so good it makes me want to do countless New Game Plus runs to experience it over and over again

By Rhys Wood published 6 June 25

Lies of P: Overture is an unmissable expansion for fans of the base game.

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