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

Best PS5 controllers in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 29 September 25

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

The best Nintendo Switch controllers in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 29 September 25

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

The best PS4 controllers in 2025: essential gamepads from Sony, Victrix and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 29 September 25

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

Sandisk's Asus ROG Xbox Ally storage solutions add up to 4TB of space to the upcoming handhelds

By Rhys Wood published 29 September 25

Sandisk announces microSD and SSD storage solutions for the upcoming Asus ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.

The best VR headsets in 2025: VR gaming's top products from Meta, Valve, Apple and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 26 September 25

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

Best racing wheels in 2025: our favorite wheels from Thrustmaster, Logitech and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 26 September 25

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

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories in 2025: top kit from Seagate, WD Black and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 26 September 25

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

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Best Xbox One games 2025: top titles to play right now

By Jake Green last updated 26 September 25

Whether you own an Xbox One or Xbox One X, don't miss out on the best Xbox One games you can play right now.

Best Xbox racing wheels in 2025: our top picks for Xbox consoles

By Rhys Wood last updated 26 September 25

Buying Guide We recommend the best Xbox racing wheels if you’re looking for an immersive motorsport experience.

The Turtle Beach Racer isn’t a racing wheel for sim heads, but it’s an excellent entry-level choice for casual players

By Rhys Wood published 26 September 25

Recommended

The Turtle Beach Racer is a great casual racing wheel, and one you don’t need to clip to a desk or larger racing setup.

A Forza Horizon 6 FAQ reveals plans for a 'post-launch' PS5 release, but offers nothing in the way of price or pre-order info

By Rhys Wood published 26 September 25

Microsoft confirms Forza Horizon 6 will come to PS5 'post-launch' but remains cagey about the game's boxart vehicle.

Saros is out in just six months, and one key feature might just push it above Returnal in my eyes

By Rhys Wood published 25 September 25

Housemarque confirms a release date for Saros, and one new feature could make it so much more accessible than Returnal.

With vicious and brutal combat, Dark Ties feels like a must-play companion to Yakuza Kiwami 3

By Rhys Wood published 25 September 25

Dark Ties is an original Like a Dragon game launching alongside Yakuza Kiwami 3.

Yakuza Kiwami 3 might not be a surprise, but Kiryu’s new Ryukyu move set certainly is

By Rhys Wood published 25 September 25

I’ve played Yakuza Kiwami 3, and I’m already loving Okinawa’s impressive glow-up.

Uh oh – Borderlands 4 is delayed indefinitely on Switch 2 just a week and a half away from its October 3 release

By Rhys Wood published 24 September 25

Borderlands 4 gets a last-minute delay for its Switch 2 release - 'the game needs additional development and polish time'.

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Yet another Xbox price hike in the US makes Microsoft's consoles even harder to recommend

By Rhys Wood published 22 September 25

Yes, another Xbox console price hike is due to hit US markets in early October.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is one of the best racing games in years

By Rhys Wood published 18 September 25

Recommended

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds isn’t just the best racing game of the year; it brings a confidence and energy that the genre has rarely seen over the past decade and a half. Here's TRG's full review.

Logitech G launches RS50 racing sim products, including an all-new wheel base, racing wheel, and pedals

By Rhys Wood published 17 September 25

Logitech's RS50 racing sim products are all available to buy now.

I love the idea of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, but after trying it out at Gamescom 2025, I won’t be ditching my Switch 2 anytime soon

By Rhys Wood published 16 September 25

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally might be technically impressive, but my gaming experience with it was unsatisfying.

I spoke to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac’s producers about the two-way collaboration and what excites them most about the upcoming kart racer

By Rhys Wood published 15 September 25

I chatted with Sega’s Takashi Iizuka and Bandai Namco’s Yuji Yoshii at Gamescom 2025.

I had low expectations for Borderlands 4 – but it’s now one of my favorite games of the year

By Rhys Wood published 11 September 25

Borderlands 4 is a roaring success, firmly finding its feet after two incredibly divisive entries.

Before you tackle Elden Ring Nightreign's Deep of Night content, you'll probably want to check out the game's latest balance changes

By Rhys Wood published 11 September 25

Elden Ring Nightreign gets a massive balancing update alongside today's free Deep of Night expansion.

Massive Nintendo Direct confirmed this week - here's where and how to watch live

By Rhys Wood published 10 September 25

Nintendo has confirmed its next Direct will take place this week.

Pokémon Legends Z-A pre-orders have some great free gifts depending on where you shop – here's where you can get them

By Rhys Wood published 10 September 25

Pokémon Legends Z-A pre-orders are different across many retailers, with each offering their own exclusive free gifts.

Turok: Origins nails the series’ prehistoric sci-fi setting, but you’ll definitely want a couple of friends to get the most out of it

By Rhys Wood published 9 September 25

Turok: Origins has a strong understanding of the series’ aesthetic, but I have concerns over the co-op game’s longevity.

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