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 best SSD for PS5 in 2024: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 25 November 24

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

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

By Dashiell Wood last updated 25 November 24

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

Best racing wheels in 2024: top tier wheels for PlayStation, Xbox and PC

By Rhys Wood last updated 25 November 24

Buying Guide The best racing wheels for consoles and PC are ideal if you're looking to build a dedicated sim setup.

Best PS5 controllers in 2024: top gamepads for Sony's current-gen console

By Rhys Wood last updated 25 November 24

Buying guide We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from the official options to third-party powerhouses.

The best Xbox controllers in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated 25 November 24

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

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

Best PS5 games 2024 - top PlayStation 5 titles to play right now

By Rob Dwiar last updated 25 November 24

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

Best PC controllers in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated 25 November 24

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

Discounts on the DualSense Edge controller.

I usually wouldn't recommend the DualSense Edge at full price, but it's absolutely worth it thanks to this Black Friday PS5 deal

By Rhys Wood published 25 November 24

I've been using the DualSense Edge since launch, and I'd recommend it heartily with this Black Friday deal.

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

By Rhys Wood published 23 November 24

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 21 November 24

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

A price cut on the PDP Victrix Pro BFG for Xbox.

After a Pro-level Xbox controller for less? You should absolutely check out this Victrix Pro BFG Black Friday discount

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 24

This Black Friday Xbox controller deal takes one of my favorite gamepads to its lowest ever Amazon price.

EE's Black Friday PS5 Pro deal sees the console get a discount but also offers one of the best trade-in offers for your old PS5 we've seen so far

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 24

EE has discounted the PS5 Pro and is offering up to £260 when you trade in a games console.

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 21 November 24

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

Save big on Star Wars Outlaws, College Football 25, and more with these Black Friday Xbox game deals at Amazon

By Rhys Wood published 20 November 24

Amazon's early Black Friday Xbox game deals are fantastic with up to half price off top titles.

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 20 November 24

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

This record-low price on the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro is one of the best early Black Friday PS5 deals we've seen

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 24

The excellent Nacon Revolution 5 Pro just hit its lowest ever price at Argos ahead of Black Friday.

Nitro Deck discounts have arrived ahead of the Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals - including a huge record-low price on the Retro Purple model

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 24

There are some excellent savings to be had on Nitro Deck accessories right now - a record-low price among them.

The 1TB WD Black C50 expansion card is less than $100 right now, making it easily the best Black Friday Xbox deal we've seen so far

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 24

This massive WD Black C50 expansion card saving is the absolute best pre-Black Friday Xbox deal we've seen yet.

Best horror games: the scariest titles to play in 2024

By Elie Gould last updated 18 November 24

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

Black Friday? More like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 day with this stunning Turtle Beach VelocityOne flightstick discount

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 24

The Turtle Beach VelocityOne flightstick has smashed its lowest ever price just in time for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Xbox Wireless Controller Ghost Cipher deal

This Ghost Cipher Xbox Wireless Controller deal is one of the best we've seen before Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published 15 November 24

One of the nicest Xbox Wireless Controller variants just got a superb pre-Black Friday discount.

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

By Rhys Wood published 15 November 24

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

PS5 Pro sales seem to be exceeding all expectations in Japan

By Rhys Wood published 15 November 24

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

The best gaming desk against a colored backdrop.

The best gaming desks in 2024 - my picks for expanding and optimizing your setup

By Rob Dwiar last updated 14 November 24

We've rounded up all of our top picks for the best gaming desks based on size, make, style, and price.

Save big on Nintendo Switch bundles and deals at Argos before Black Friday even starts

By Rhys Wood published 14 November 24

Want a Nintendo Switch bundle deal before Black Friday? Then check out these savings at Argos.

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