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

A D-pad in the PlayStation Plus logo

PS Plus Tiers explained - membership details, benefits, and cost

By Kara Phillips last updated

PS Plus is a service worth subscribing to if you want to take the experience with your PS5 further, but you'll want to know what each tier offers.

A close-up of Senua baring her teeth

Hellblade 2 trailers, gameplay, length and what you need to know

By Elie Gould last updated

Updated Hellblade 2 is out now! Here's what you need to know about the latest instalment in Senua's story.

Press image of the Nintendo Switch OLED

Nintendo Switch OLED review

By Adam Vjestica last updated

Review The Nintendo Switch OLED is the best version of the hybrid console, and here's exactly what we thought about it.

Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S: which Xbox is right for you?

By Rhys Wood last updated

Versus The Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S comparison is worth looking into if you're shopping around for a current-gen system.

Super Mario Odyssey played on a Nintendo Switch in portable mode

Nintendo Switch review

By Jon Porter last updated

Updated Nintendo Switch is fantastic for TV play and gaming on the go, even now in 2024.

The CRKD Neo S placed on a wooden surface alongside a Nintendo Switch console.

NEO S controller review: retro hardware that prioritizes customization and convenience

By Kara Phillips published

Recommended

The NEO S is yet another fantastic controller for Nintendo Switch which you can fully customize to your preferences.

Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S consoles in white

Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S: the cheapest Xbox consoles compared

By Rhys Wood last updated

Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S debate offers great entry points into the ecosystem, but one is starting to show its age.

PSVR 2

The best PlayStation VR deals in August 2025 - the latest prices on PSVR 2 and PSVR 1 sets

By Rob Dwiar last updated

If you're looking for the best opportunity to get ahold of Sony's VR tech, we've compiled the best deals available.

The Xbox Series X and Xbox One X games consoles

Xbox Series X vs Xbox One X: is it worth upgrading?

By Rhys Wood last updated

Versus The Xbox Series X is Microsoft's most powerful console, but where does that leave the last-gen Xbox One X?

Big Savings on the PlayStation 4.

The best PS4 console deals in August 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Deals Here are our top picks for PS4 console deals that are available right now.

Princess Peach Showtime

Princess Peach Showtime gameplay, and everything you need to know

By Kara Phillips last updated

Princess Peach Showtime allows you to take on the role of Nintendo's iconic character. Here's what you need to know.

Aerial_Knight's Never Yield

Epic Games Store free games: this week's giveaways revealed

By Kara Phillips last updated

Updated You won't want to miss out on this week's Epic Games Store free games.

New sleeper agent in Citizen Sleeper 2

Citizen Sleeper 2 Starward Vector - everything we know

By Kara Phillips last updated

Citizen Sleeper 2 Starward Vector has been announced, and there's a lot to learn about the next title in the indie series.

Sifu – Tische und andere Umgebungsgegenstände unterstützen dich im Kampf gegen deine Widersacher

PS Plus games for March will include Sifu, Hello Neighbour 2, and EA Sports F1 23

By Kara Phillips last updated

PS Plus games roster for March has been revealed, and you'll be able to play Sifu, Hello Neighbour 2, and EA Sports F1.

A little to the left

A Little to the Left has convinced me to finally sort out my junk-filled drawers

By Kara Phillips published

I’ve been playing A Little to the Left and I’ve convinced myself it’ll help me to finally organize my flat.

How to fix Joy-Con drift on Nintendo Switch

Switch emulator Yuzu has been sued for 'facilitating piracy at a colossal scale'

By Kara Phillips published

Yuzu, a Nintendo Switch emulator, has been sued by Nintendo for piracy on a "colossal scale" according to lawsuit.

PS5 Disc Edition

PS5 review

By Adam Vjestica last updated

Recommended

Review The PS5 rules the current-gen landscape with a bounty of impressive capabilities.

Stardew Valley outside the blacksmith holding a bone

Stardew Valley is set to receive its 1.6 update next month, but only for PC so far

By Kara Phillips published

Stardew Valley's 1.6 update finally has a release date, but it only applies to PC players so far.

BirdLingo logo depicting a robin singing

Thanks to BirdLingo my knowledge of different birdsong has never been so solid

By Kara Phillips published

I’ve become obsessed with Birdlingo, and now I’m identifying birds by their call wherever I go.

Raptors in Ark Survival Ascended

Ark: Survival Ascended won't be releasing its newest map any time soon, but a new dinosaur has been unleashed instead

By Kara Phillips published

Ark: Survival Ascended has delayed the launch of its newest map, but a new dinosaur is set to take its place this week.

Four players fighting in Project L

2XKO - everything we know

By Kara Phillips last updated

2XKO, formally known as Riot's Project L is set to arrive next year, but we've got a lot left to learn about why it's worth getting excited.

Dicefolk map of first area with most bits explored

Dicefolk review - luck be a lady tonight

By Kara Phillips published

Review Dicefolk is a pretty charming turn-based roguelike, but there's frustration in its repetition.

Mortal Kombat 1 story mode

Mortal Kombat 1 is getting a patch next week, and one of the main features will be crossplay

By Kara Phillips published

Mortal Kombat 1 will be getting a 'Krossplay' update as part of its patch, scheduled to roll out next week.

Peacemaker in Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay trailer

Peacemaker has received a gameplay trailer ahead of his debut in Mortal Kombat 1

By Kara Phillips published

A new trailer for Mortal Kombat 1's DLC fighter, Peacemaker, has been shared ahead of his debut in March.

Sea of Thieves

Sea of Thieves sets sail on PS5 in April

By Kara Phillips published

Sea of Thieves is scheduled to release on PlayStation in April, and crossplay across all platforms is available.

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