Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for over four years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, 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 Cyber Monday PS5 deals are officially over, but these are the discounts I'd still buy myself - save on the PS5 Pro, PS Portal, and cheap DualSense pads

By Rob Dwiar last updated 2 December 25

Cyber Monday has ended, but discounts remain

It's your last chance to save on Cyber Monday Switch 2 game deals – discounts on Sonic, Star Wars, NBA, and more

By Rhys Wood published 1 December 25

Don't miss out! You could save up to $40 off essential Switch 2 games this Cyber Monday.

If you buy any PS5 racing wheel this Black Friday, make it the Logitech G923 which is 30% off right now

By Rhys Wood published 26 November 25

Don't miss this 30% discount for the Logitech G923 if you're shopping for a PS5 racing wheel this Black Friday.

Black Friday controller deals under $50 featuring 8BitDo Ultimate 2 and GameSir Super Nova

The best Black Friday controller deals under $50 – save big on Xbox, 8BitDo, and more

By Rhys Wood published 26 November 25

All the best Black Friday controllers deals I've spotted that you can buy for under $50.

A 30% discount on the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is one heck of a Black Friday deal

By Rhys Wood published 25 November 25

This Black Friday, the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller has finally come down to a price I can recommend it at - save up to 34%.

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Black Friday Xbox controller deals are here: some of the most stunning designs ever are at record-low prices

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 25

Quick! These stunning special edition Xbox Wireless Controllers are cheaper than ever, but they're selling fast.

Nioh 3’s hectic style switching combat and rewarding exploration have made it my most anticipated game of early 2026

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 25

Nioh 3 seriously impressed me in my four hour hands-on with the game.

'It’s something we’ve never considered' – Nioh 3 producer explains why Team Ninja won't add easier modes to the action RPG series

By Demi Williams published 21 November 25

Nioh 3 producer Kohei Shibata has explained why the game will continue with the series' long-standing single difficulty and won't feature any easier modes.

I'm in genuine disbelief; John Lewis just slashed the DualSense Edge's price by a massive 25%

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 25

Is the DualSense Edge worth buying at this new low price before Black Friday?

Save a staggering 40% off the Nitro Deck+, an essential Nintendo Switch accessory and the perfect handheld gaming companion

By Rhys Wood published 20 November 25

Still play your Switch? Don't leave for the Holidays without buying the essential Nitro Deck+ at a stunning 40% off this Black Friday.

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds on a magenta background with white lowest price text

The phenomenal SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds just dropped below £100 for the first time – a record-low before Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published 20 November 25

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds top our best gaming earbuds guide, and you can save a lowest-ever 38% off them right now.

The Sony Inzone Buds are must-buy gaming earbuds now that they're 27% off

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 25

The Sony Inzone Buds are among the best gaming earbuds you can buy, and you should while they're £50 off.

You should buy a DualSense Edge this Black Friday, but only if it falls to this price

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 25

There’s a high likelihood of DualSense Edge discounts this Black Friday, but should you really buy one?

The Thrustmaster Heart Xbox controller has shot down to a price I can actually recommend it at

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 25

Thrustmaster put its own excellent anti-drift tech into this Xbox controller, and now it's on sale ahead of Black Friday.

Want to use your PSVR 2 headset on PC? Then don't miss this pre-Black Friday saving at Amazon

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 25

The PSVR 2 PC adapter is an impressive £10 off ahead of Black Friday next week.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller vs Nintendo Switch Pro Controller - which should you buy this Black Friday?

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 25

Learn the pros and cons of each Nintendo Switch Pro Controller in our handy guide.

Considering a racing sim setup this Black Friday? Don't wait – the Thrustmaster T598 is at its lowest ever price right now

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 25

Want a direct drive racing wheel setup for less? Thrustmaster's T598 just hit its lowest ever price at Amazon.

Deal alert! The price of the best premium Xbox controller money can buy just fell of a cliff ahead of Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published 17 November 25

Alert! The best premium Xbox and PC controller just plummeted to its lowest ever price at Amazon.

The Nintendo Switch 2 and a controller in front of a red background

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 update is good for eShop browsers, potentially horrible for third-party dock owners

By Rhys Wood last updated 17 November 25

Nintendo may have quietly blocked third-party docks with its latest Switch 2 update.

This Fortnite PS5 console bundle could be Sony's Black Friday secret weapon

By Rhys Wood published 13 November 25

PlayStation reveals a new Fortnite PS5 console bundle launching next week, and it could be Sony's secret Black Friday weapon.

The BattlerGC Pro is one of the best retro gaming controllers I’ve ever tested

By Rhys Wood published 11 November 25

Recommended

The BattlerGC Pro is an excellent alternative to the Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller.

A new PlayStation State of Play is happening tomorrow, focused on announcements on 'games from Japan and across Asia'

By Rhys Wood published 10 November 25

PlayStation's State of Play Japan presentation is happening tomorrow. Here's how to watch, and potentially what to expect.

The Recluse Nightfarer gazes into the distance at three towering shadowy figures in Elden Ring Nightreign

Elden Ring Nightreign's DLC could arrive sooner than you think

By Rhys Wood published 10 November 25

Elden Ring Nightreign DLC slated to release before the end of March 2026, says FromSoftware's parent company.

Secretlab for Automobili Lamborghini Pinnacle Superleggera Edition

Only 100 units of Secretlab's Lamborghini-inspired gaming chair have been made, and the brand is offering one last chance to get one for yourself

By Rhys Wood published 7 November 25

Secretlab is offering one last chance to snag its ultra rare Lamborghini gaming chair before it's gone for good.

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E. is, by default, the best Xbox controller from the brand to date - but the lack of improvements is disappointing

By Rhys Wood published 6 November 25

Recommended

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E. remains a great controller, but one you don’t need to buy if you already own a previous eSwap pad.

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