Rhys Wood

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

A lynx medallion partially covered in the snow, its red eyes glowing

CD Projekt Red hints at Gwent returning in The Witcher 4 so there goes literally all of my spare time

By Rhys Wood published

Yep, Gwent is probably coming back in The Witcher 4 and I don't know whether to be excited or scared.

A photoblend of Baldur's Gate 3, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Black Ops 6

I've quizzed the TechRadar Gaming team and here's what we're playing over the Christmas break

By Rob Dwiar published

I’ve asked the TechRadar Gaming team what they’re game for the holidays are going to be and this is what we’re getting stuck into.

Okami Sequel logo

PS2 and Wii classic Okami is getting a sequel headed up by original creator Hideki Kamiya

By Rhys Wood published

Okami sequel is in development with original creator Hideki Kamiya's new studio and Capcom.

Clive Rosfield from Final Fantasy 16 in Tekken 8

It's not Tifa, but Final Fantasy 16's Clive Rosfield being added to the Tekken 8 roster still makes me very happy

By Rhys Wood published

Final Fantasy 16's Clive Rosfield brings the force of the Eikons to Tekken 8 in just a few days.

Elden Ring Nightreign

Elden Ring Nightreign brings a standalone co-op roguelite experience to the Lands Between and... hang on a minute, did I just see the Nameless King?

By Rhys Wood published

Elden Ring Nightreign is a standalone co-op game that looks like a mish mash of FromSoftware's greatest hits.

Astro Bot Winter Wonder level

The Astro Bot Winter Wonder update is coming this week, adding a new Christmas-themed level and more bots to find

By Rhys Wood published

Astro Bot's Winter Wonder update adds a festive-themed level with new bots to collect.

The Nintendo Alarmo sound clock

The latest Nintendo Alarmo update doesn't do much to scrub away my buyer's remorse

By Rhys Wood published

Wake up to the high-octane jazz of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with Nintendo Alarmo's latest update.

8bitdo ultimate 2c bluetooth

8BitDo is one of my favorite controller makers, and it's just released a follow-up to its excellent budget Switch gamepad

By Rhys Wood published

The best cheap Nintendo Switch controller has just got a new version in the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C.

PlayStation Wrap-Up 2024 is down

PlayStation Wrap-Up is still down after breaking almost immediately at launch

By Rhys Wood published

PlayStation Wrap-Up is supposed to bring you a summary of your year on PS5, but it's still broken.

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Songbird

A Cyberpunk 2077 update is on the way, but New Game Plus and PS5 Pro support aren't happening

By Rhys Wood published

Another Cyberpunk 2077 update is on the way, but CD Projekt Red ruled out PS5 Pro support.

Fortnite Ballistic screenshot

Fortnite's new first-person mode sounds an awful lot like Counter-Strike

By Rhys Wood published

Fortnite Ballistic mode offers 5v5 first-person gameplay - and it's out in just a few days.

A Jaguar racing around a track in Gran Turismo 7

Gran Turismo 7 is getting a content-rich free demo almost three years after it came out

By Rhys Wood published

My First Gran Turismo is a free, bite-sized experience aimed at players entirely new to the PS5 racer - and it's out tomorrow.

Sony's official PlayStation 30th Anniversary artwork

PS5 is getting classic themes and boot sequences for PlayStation's 30th anniversary, but only for a limited time

By Rhys Wood published

PS5 receives themes and boot sequences from previous PlayStation generations - but there's a catch.

Thrustmaster Heart

Thrustmaster Heart controller review: a competent Hall effect gamepad that fails to stand out in a competitive space

By Rhys Wood published

The Thrustmaster Heart prizes itself on peak responsiveness, but it ends up falling short among its peers.

Avowed player character and their companion Kai walking through a busy town

Avowed might just be the fantasy RPG you've been waiting for

By Rhys Wood published

Avowed’s involving combat and typically slick Obsidian writing has me very excited for the full release next year.

PSVR 2

The PlayStation Black Friday deals are headlined by 30% off PS Plus and the one deal we've always wanted - a massive 40% off PSVR 2

By Rhys Wood published

PlayStation's Black Friday sale includes 30% off PS Plus and a massive 40% off PSVR 2.

Image of the PlayStation Portal handheld gaming device

PlayStation Portal cloud streaming is now in beta, with over 120 games playable for PS Plus Premium members

By Rhys Wood published

PlayStation Portal finally adds cloud streaming for PS Plus Premium members.

The Game Awards 2024 nominations

Geoff Keighley confirms The Game Awards will announce nominees live early next week

By Rhys Wood published

Mark your calendars: The Game Awards nominees are set to be announced early next week.

A close-up of the PS5 Pro

PS5 Pro sales seem to be exceeding all expectations in Japan

By Rhys Wood published

PS5 Pro's week one sales in Japan are impressive as the mid-gen upgrade shifts over 78,000 units in the region.

Best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories

Best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide From the Razer Kishi to the Moga mobile range, these are the best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories.

Best Xbox One accessories

Best Xbox One accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Xbox One accessories on the market this month from headsets, storage and more.

Best Controllers for Call of Duty

The best controllers for Call of Duty: our picks across PlayStation, Xbox, PC and mobile

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Our top picks for very best controllers to play Call of Duty on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and mobile.

PS5 Slim

Is the PS5 Slim getting a discount for Black Friday? Even Sony doesn't seem sure as it delists trailer announcing the deal

By Rhys Wood published

PS5 Slim could be getting a Black Friday discount, but no one seems to know for sure as Sony delisted the announcement trailer.

Multiple box shots of the best board games for adults

Best board games for adults: complex, enthralling games for the enthusiasts

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best board games for adults from budget titles to sprawling epics this month.

Best card games: Munchkin card game box on a yellow background

Best card games: essential decks for casual and hardcore players

By Jason Coles last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best card games available on the market from casual to hardcore players.

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