Articles by Rob Dwiar, Managing Editor, TechRadar Gaming and Streaming

Rob is the Managing Editor of TechRadar Gaming and Streaming. He joined in 2023 as the Deputy Editor of TechRadar Gaming (TRG), and has multiple years of games media and games writing experience under his belt, with a variety of bylines at games publications, but also in the world of gardens and landscapes.

Prior to joining TRG, Rob was the Commissioning Editor for Hardware at sister site GamesRadar+. and spent more than four years on that team. After this, he had a short but successful stint as Gaming Editor at WePC, but is now firmly in a position at TechRadar Gaming to help drive the brand forward to achieve its goals. Before joining GamesRadar+ in 2018, Rob freelanced for many places and has had work published over the last six years or so at the likes of GamesRadar+, Eurogamer, RPS, PCGN, and more. This writing often took, and still takes, the form of analysis and celebration of video game environments, landscapes, and horticulture - Rob is a qualified landscape and garden designer and an expert on the virtual landscapes and environments of games.

Articles by: Rob Dwiar

PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds on a wooden surface with a white brick background

This one accessory leveled up my PlayStation Portal and PS5 experience

By Rob Dwiar published 8 April 26

If you're looking to make the most of your PlayStation Portal, then consider this one accessory that I absolutely love.

The PS5 Pro console next to a PS5 Slim and launch PS5 on a wooden desk in front of a white brick background and next to a potted plant

Thinking of upgrading to a PS5 Pro before GTA 6 and Marvel's Wolverine or adding a Portal to your setup? Now is the time as retailers are still offering 'old' prices

By Rob Dwiar published 7 April 26

Turns out that the PS5 price hike hasn't filtered through yet as loads of retailers are still selling hardware at the 'old' prices.

Garmin Approach S50 being worn on the course

The Garmin Approach S50 is a mid-range golf watch that could give some premium devices a scare

By Rob Dwiar published 6 April 26

The Garmin Approach S50 is a brilliant mid-range golf watch that shines on the course — and is only slightly held back by some familiar grievances.

Artwork from The Division 2's latest update 'Rise Up' or Escalation showing the back of an agent in front of a blue background

The Division 2's latest season promises yet more challenge and chaos as new modes and difficulties drop — plus some gear I simply must get my hands on

By Rob Dwiar published 2 April 26

Rise Up to the challenge

A player faces down an enemy riding a three-header Hell-beast in Lords of the Fallen

PlayStation Plus free games: here are the PS Plus games for April 2026

By Rob Dwiar last updated 2 April 26

We're giving you all the details on the latest batch of PlayStation Plus free games. Here's what you'll be playing in April 2026.

gameplay and UI within The Division Resurgence

The Division Resurgence developer says they're 'very satisfied with the touch controls' of the 'more tactical' game

By Demi Williams published 2 April 26

Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence executive producer Fabrice Navrez is "very satisfied" with the mobile game's touch controls, but says players can choose to play with a controller if they prefer.

I’m finally playing Eastshade, and it’s turned me into a travelling painter who really cares about artistic composition

By Rob Dwiar published 28 March 26

Finally diving into Eastshade has been a breath of slow-paced, travelling-painter fresh air, and I can’t stop painting everything.

Xbox Partner Preview: everything announced at the showcase

By Dashiell Wood last updated 26 March 26

Our coverage of the latest Xbox Partner Preview as it happened.

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The best wireless gaming headsets in 2026: top products from SteelSeries, Razer, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 26 March 26

If you're after the best wireless gaming headsets on the market right now, then see our handy guide.

Promotional art for Dying Light The Beast featuring Kyle Crane among a scene of dead zombies and a burning car

A huge new update for Dying Light: The Beast has arrived, making the zombie title 'almost incomparable to the game that was released in September'

By Rob Dwiar published 26 March 26

Restored Land is Dying Light: The Beast's massive new update and almost reinvents how to complete the game —'All actions have permanent consequences'.

RIG R5 Spear Pro HS wired gaming headset against a blue background

Best wired gaming headsets in 2026: incredible wired audio from RIG, Corsair and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 25 March 26

Buying Guide Our guide to everything you need to know about the best wired gaming headsets right now.

A bunch of the coolest Xbox controllers' colourways have had their prices slashed at Amazon

By Rob Dwiar published 18 March 26

Some of my favorite Xbox controller colour variants have had their prices slashed right now.

An Acer Predator Orion 5000 gaming PC sitting on top of a wooden surface infront of a white brick effect wall

I’ve spent weeks with the Acer Predator Orion 5000, and it’s brought power and performance to my games, and smoothness to my work

By Rob Dwiar published 18 March 26

Recommended

After searching for a new pre-built gaming PC for weeks, the Acer Predator Orion 5000 has answered my call and proved to be the perfect mid-range machine.

Best Xbox Series X headsets in 2026: our top picks for audio companions on Xbox

By Rob Dwiar last updated 17 March 26

Our definitive ranking of all the best Xbox Series X headsets that are available to buy.

Most comfortable gaming chairs: comfort and style, all in one

By Rob Dwiar last updated 17 March 26

Our list of the most comfortable gaming chairs available now includes plenty of budget options, mid-range performers, and high-end offerings.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite headset in front of a white brick background and on a wooden surface

Stop what you're doing and check out this discount on the best gaming headset I have ever tested — the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite has a surprise price cut

By Rob Dwiar published 13 March 26

This gaming headset deal deserves your attention.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 gaming headset on a man's head

I now only use SteelSeries headsets — and it looks like every single one of my favourites is discounted in Amazon's Spring Sale

By Rob Dwiar published 13 March 26

From a value-busting wired set to one of my all-time high-end favourites, almost all of SteelSeries' gaming headsets are discounted right now.

The best PC gaming headsets 2026: stellar audio from SteelSeries, Corsair, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 13 March 26

Get closer to the action than ever before by utilizing one of the best PC gaming headsets from trusted manufacturers.

PS5 games are enjoying big price cuts in Amazon's Spring Sale — here are 16 picks that I'm tempted to buy myself

By Rob Dwiar published 12 March 26

If you're looking to pick up a PS5 game in Amazon's Spring Sale, then these 16 are superb options.

The Creative Sound BlasterX G6 USB sound card on a wooden surface

I've said it before, and I'm saying it again — do not overlook this underrated gaming audio accessory that can transform and hugely enhance your setup

By Rob Dwiar published 11 March 26

External sound cards are a supremely underrated gaming accessory that can enhance your experience immensely - and one of my favorites is discounted right now.

Best gaming earbuds in 2026: immersive portable audio from Sony, SteelSeries, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 11 March 26

We've pulled together all the best gaming earbuds on the market so you can make the most of your gaming audio experience.

The best monitors for PS5 and PS5 Pro 2026: our top picks to make your PlayStation 5 games look their best

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 March 26

One of the best monitors for PS5 or PS5 Pro will help your games shine and run super smooth while also allowing for great PC integration.

Best PS5 headsets 2026: our top picks for immersive audio for PlayStation 5

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 March 26

Buying Guide We're bringing you all the best PS5 headsets on the market to help you make an informed purchasing decision.

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2026: our picks to make your Xbox games shine

By Rob Dwiar last updated 9 March 26

Buying Guide This is our roundup of the best monitors for Xbox Series X that are available to buy now.

The best gaming desk against a colored backdrop.

Best gaming desk: my picks for expanding and optimizing your setup

By Rob Dwiar last updated 9 March 26

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

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