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

Hori Fighting Stick Alpha review: a solid mid-range fight stick with a pretty tough price tag

By Rhys Wood published 12 January 25

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The Hori Fighting Stick Alpha would be a great entry-level fight stick, but its high price and arguably outdated button layout make it harder to recommend to newcomers.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's New Game Plus mode is free, but it won't be available at launch

By Rhys Wood published 10 January 25

New Game Plus in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will be offered as a free update.

Xbox Developer Direct is returning to show off Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and one other mystery title

By Rhys Wood published 9 January 25

Xbox's next Developer Direct is happening this month, and it includes a visit to a 'surprise location' for a look at a 'brand new game'.

Nintendo Switch 2 will hit 4.3 million units sold in the US in its first year, according to analyst

By Rhys Wood published 9 January 25

Analyst expects PS5 to still outsell Nintendo Switch 2 in the US in 2025.

This brilliant Nitro Deck+ deal with HDMI adapter is currently cheaper than buying the Nintendo Switch accessory by itself

By Rhys Wood published 8 January 25

CRKD shaves a cool $20 off its excellent Nitro Deck+ accessory, making for its lowest ever Amazon price.

Monster Hunter Wilds is getting a second beta test in February, and you won't need PS Plus or Game Pass to take part

By Rhys Wood published 8 January 25

A second Monster Hunter Wilds beta test is happening in February - here's everything you need to know.

This Nintendo Switch 2 mockup from CES 2025 is apparently based on the console itself, making us think an official announcement has to be imminent

By Rhys Wood published 8 January 25

Accessory maker Genki shows off Nintendo Switch 2 mockup at CES 2025 - and apparently it's very close to the real thing.

I always thought the DualSense Edge was too expensive to recommend, and now Sony has permanently dropped its price in the UK

By Rhys Wood published 8 January 25

Sony quietly announces a DualSense Edge price drop in the UK alongside its new Midnight Black collection.

Xbox Rewards update overhauls Game Pass Quests and brings them to PC for the first time - but there's a slight catch

By Rhys Wood published 7 January 25

Xbox Rewards gets a big update with an overhaul to Game Pass Quests.

Hyperkin's The Competitor Xbox controller announced at CES 2025 with a DualSense-like layout and Hall effect sticks

By Rhys Wood published 6 January 25

Ever wanted a DualSense for Xbox? You might want to keep an eye on Hyperkin's The Competitor controller.

PlayStation Classics port studio Implicit Conversions appears to be researching PS3 emulation

By Rhys Wood published 3 January 25

PlayStation Classics port studio Implicit Conversions appears to be researching PS3 emulation according to its roadmap.

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Best green screen in 2025

By Dashiell Wood last updated 2 January 25

Buying Guide If you're a streamer, the best green screen could enhance your streaming setup. Here are our top picks right now.

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The year's first batch of free PS Plus games includes one of the best modern racers, a must-play indie, and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

By Rhys Wood published 2 January 25

PS Plus's monthly games for January will be available soon, featuring an excellent racing game and a must-play indie hit.

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Expect more improvements to the PlayStation Portal experience as Sony plans "incremental steps" to make game streaming better

By Rhys Wood published 2 January 25

Sony executive promises "incremental steps" to improve PlayStation Portal's game streaming experience.

From Nintendo Switch 2 to new games and accessories: here's what to expect from Nintendo in 2025

By Rhys Wood published 31 December 24

We know Nintendo Switch 2 is coming, but what about everything else from Nintendo in 2025?

A photoblend of the Razer Kishi Ultra, Razer Wolverine V3 Pro, and SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

TechRadar Gaming's favorite gaming hardware products of 2024: our personal picks from all the year's gear

By Rhys Wood published 30 December 24

Read all about our picks for the best hardware products in gaming throughout the year of 2024.

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How to connect a PS5 controller via Bluetooth

By Rhys Wood published 27 December 24

Want to learn how to connect a PS5 controller via Bluetooth? We've got the full step-by-step guide for you right here.

Attention last-minute Christmas shoppers, Walmart has cut the price of PS5 consoles and is shipping them today

By Rhys Wood published 24 December 24

Walmart is delivering PS5 consoles before Christmas - and they've been discounted.

Best Nintendo Switch headsets in 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide Here are the best Nintendo Switch headsets you can pick up right now to suit all budgets and preferences.

The best Xbox One headsets

By Rhys Wood last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Xbox One headsets currently available.

Best PS4 headsets in 2025: unparalleled audio from SteelSeries, HyperX and more

By Kara Phillips last updated 23 December 24

We've put together a list of all the best PS4 headsets to make your buying decision much easier.

Best PS4 cooling stations in 2025: the top cooling stands, fans, and stations

By Ural Garrett last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide These PS4 cooling stations should keep your console at optimal temperature when playing games.

Naoe will be 'the fastest Assassin' in series history says Assassin's Creed Shadows creative director

By Rhys Wood published 23 December 24

Assassin's Creed Shadows director says Naoe is 'the fastest Assassin we ever made'.

Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot review: neat ideas with some clumsy execution

By Rhys Wood published 22 December 24

The Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot is impressively versatile, but the axiom of ‘too many cooks’ applies here.

Still need a PSVR 2 PC adapter? They've been restocked at Amazon

By Rhys Wood published 20 December 24

The PSVR 2 PC adapter is currently back in stock at Amazon for the first time since release.

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