Kara Phillips

Kara Phillips

Evergreen Writer

Kara is an Evergreen writer at TechRadar Gaming. With a degree in Journalism and a passion for the weird and wonderful, she's spent the last few years as a freelance video game journalist, with bylines at NintendoLife, Attack of the Fanboy, Prima Games, and sister publication, GamesRadar+. Outside of gaming, you'll find her re-watching Gilmore Girls or trying to cram yet another collectible onto a shelf that desperately needs some organizing.

Articles by: Kara Phillips

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro on a wooden surface

I never thought I’d see the day that I go back to a wired gaming headset, but the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro finally convinced me

By Kara Phillips published

Recommended

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro is a wired headset worth considering if you’re hunting for a tethered upgrade.

PS5 SSD Buying Guide

The best SSD for PS5 in 2025: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best PS5 SSDs, from top performers to more affordable alternatives.

PS5 Monitor Buying Guide

The best monitors for PS5 and PS5 Pro in 2025: let your games shine on screen

By Rob Dwiar last updated

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

Best Xbox Headsets

Best Xbox Series X headsets in 2025: top-quality audio from Microsoft, Turtle Beach, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Our definitive ranking of all the best Xbox Series X headsets that are available to buy.

Key art for Assassins Creed codename jade featuring Xia standing between open golden gates overlooking the Great Wall of China

Assassin's Creed Jade - everything we know so far

By Kara Phillips last updated

Assassin's Creed Jade offers a new setting to discover without straying from the signature charm of the series. Here's what we know.

Best SD cards for Nintendo Switch

The best SD cards for Switch in 2025: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide This is our comprehensive guide to all of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards available to buy right now.

Best gaming console

Best gaming console in 2025: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2025, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

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

Best handheld games consoles in 2025: the top systems we've tried

By Dashiell Wood last updated

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

Assassins Creed Codename Hexe logo, formed from a bundle of twigs ganging from a branch

Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe - everything we know

By Kara Phillips last updated

There's a lot to learn about Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, but we've pulled together everything there is to know so far.

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Best cozy Switch games 2025 - unwind, relax, and chill

By Kara Phillips last updated

The best cozy Switch games will provide you with relaxing and warm ways to play on the Nintendo Switch, and these games are the best of the best.

Alex and her friend above a mysterious glowing triangle. Other characters can be seen illuminated by its light

Underrated Switch games 2025: the best titles you might have overlooked

By Kara Phillips last updated

Buying Guide These underrated Switch games may have been overlooked by you, but are worth checking out if you're caught at a loose end.

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Best free games 2025: gaming fun at no extra cost

By Kara Phillips last updated

Find the best free games you can play right now, whether its the latest RPG or a competitive multiplayer title.

A scientist works at a desk, strewn with biometric machinery

Best indie horror games 2025 - our picks for the scariest titles

By Kara Phillips last updated

The best indie horror games boast unique quirks and may expose you to some new horrors and fears you didn’t realize you had.

Best Xbox controllers 2025

The best Xbox controllers in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide All the best Xbox controllers available right now, from official gamepads to third-party powerhouses.

Mario runs and jumps up with his hand outstretched. Luigi can be seen gliding in from the left, using his hat as a glider

The 21 best Nintendo Switch games to play in 2025

By Jake Green last updated

The best Nintendo Switch games promise hours of fun, whether that's at home or on the go.

Project 007 teaser image showing the logo against the iconic gun chamber background

Project 007: everything we know so far

By Jack Webb last updated

Updated Project 007 is an upcoming James Bond game in the works from IO Interactive, the masterminds behind the Hitman series.

Baldur's Gate 3 official artwork showing Astarion, Showdowheart, Gale, and Tieflings

Best PC games 2025: the must-play titles you don’t want to miss

By Jake Tucker last updated

Updated These are the best PC games you can play in 2025, from RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3, to spooky experiences like Alan Wake 2.

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PlayStation Plus free games: here are the PS Plus games for April 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're giving you all the details on the latest batch of PlayStation Plus free games.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows - everything you need to know

By Kara Phillips last updated

Here's what we know about Assassin's Creed Shadows, including a look at the gameplay and latest trailers.

Best Nintendo Switch controllers

The best Nintendo Switch controllers 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We've compiled all the best Nintendo Switch controllers to take your hybrid handheld gaming to the next level.

Best PS4 controllers

The best PS4 controllers in 2025: our favorites from Sony, Victrix and more

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best PS4 controllers that money can buy from official gamepads to third-party offerings.

Best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories in 2025: essential gear for your Xbox console

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories are essential if you want to get the most out of your console.

Best VR headsets

The best VR headsets in 2025: top virtual reality headsets from Meta, Valve and more

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets you should consider buying for an optimal virtual reality experience.

A close up of Naked Snake holding binoculars in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Metal Gear Solid 3 remake - everything we know

By Rob Dwiar last updated

A remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 is in the works, and we now know a fair bit about it. Here's a look at the gameplay, and all of the latest news.

Best gaming earbuds

Best gaming earbuds in 2025: great portable sound from Sony, SteelSeries and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We've pulled together all the best gaming earbuds on the market so you can make the most of your gaming audio experience.

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