Rob Dwiar

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

The Thrustmaster eSwap X pro controller on a green background with white big savings text

The Xbox and PC controller I hold dearest is enjoying a big old price cut this Prime Day

By Rob Dwiar published

If you're in the market for a quality Xbox controller this Prime Day then you have to consider this one from Thrustmaster, which is one of my favorite gamepads ever.

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Beat the Microsoft Xbox Game Pass price hike with these deals still available at the older, better prices

By Josh Russell, Rob Dwiar published

Beat the Game Pass price hikes with Prime Day's best rates.

The Creative Sound Blaster G6 sound card on a green background with price cut text

I guarantee you these underrated Prime Day gaming deals will be absolute game changers for your audio

By Rob Dwiar published

I recently started using these sound cards on PS5 and PC, and they've been revolutionary – and they're both discounted right now.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on a green background with white price cut text

Once again, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless has had its price slashed at Prime Day, and I am urging – no, begging – you to buy it

By Rob Dwiar published

If you've been eyeing up a premium SteelSeries headset but can't stretch to the new Arctis Nova Elite, then fear not, as Amazon has you covered with this Arctis Nova Pro deal.

The 30th anniversary PS5 DualSense controller on a red background with white don't miss text

Please, for the love of nostalgia, buy this 30th Anniversary DualSense stock this Prime Day so I can finally stop writing about it

By Rob Dwiar published

It's a prime Day-adjacent miracle as you can still buy some of the excellent PlayStation 30th Anniversary stock from PS Direct right now.

God of War 20th Anniversary DualSense artwork

God of War 20th Anniversary PS5 controller pre-orders are live in the US and UK – stock of the new DualSense is readily available

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We've got all the best information and links for Sony's next limited edition DualSense, the God of War 20th Anniversary controller.

Xbox Game Pass

How to cancel Xbox Game Pass on PC, console, and the app – a step-by-step guide to ditching the service if you've had enough of the price rises

By Rob Dwiar published

Xbox Game Pass is great for voracious gamers, but if you don’t have the time or the money, or are sick of the price rises, then here’s how to cancel.

A screenshot of the landscape of Ghost of Yotei

Along with a load of fixes, the Ghost of Yotei day one patch addresses three of the funniest glitchy things I saw when reviewing the game

By Rob Dwiar published

Along with a host of fixes, the Ghost of Yotei day one patch also addresses 3 of the funniest things I saw when reviewing the game.

The Garmin MARQ Golfer (Gen 2) being worn on the wrist on the golf course

After a couple of months with the Garmin MARQ Golfer (Gen 2), there’s no other way to put it: this is the best golf watch on the planet right now

By Rob Dwiar published

Editor's Choice

The Garmin MARQ Golfer (Gen 2) is one of my favorite bits of tech I’ve ever tested, and it excels in every single way on and off the course.

An iPhone 17 Pro, Ghost of Yotei, and GoPro Max 2

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Apple's response to 'Scratchgate' and the ROG Xbox Ally's price reveal

By Hamish Hector published

The biggest news from Apple, GoPro, Asus, Xbox, and more for Septmeber 27, 2025.

The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming console

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally pre-orders live: stock of both variants of the handheld are available now

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're bringing you all the latest information and retailer links to secure your ASUS ROG Xbox Ally pre-order.

The Witcher 4 cinematic trailer screenshot featuring Ciri

The Witcher 4 - everything we know so far

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Updated The Witcher 4 has now been officially revealed, with a story focusing on Ciri. Here's what we know so far, including details on how development is going so far.

Elizabeth stands looking out over Rapture

BioShock 4 - everything we know about the next BioShock game

By Vic Hood last updated

Updated BioShock 4 was announced many years back, though recent news has been very scarce indeed. Here's what we know so far.

God of War 20th Anniversary DualSense artwork

Sony unleashes another limited edition DualSense with the God of War 20th Anniversary model – and pre-orders start soon

By Rob Dwiar published

The new God of War 20th Anniversary Limited Edition DualSense is the next limited edition DualSense from Sony with a Kratos-inspired design that's maybe a little too restrained.

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

Sony State of Play: when is the next 2025 PlayStation event?

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Here's everything we know so far about the next Sony State of Play event, including what was shown last time out.

A screenshot of Atsu in Ghost of Yotei

Ghost of Yotei is one of the best games I’ve played this year, with beauty, style, and visceral action running through its veins

By Rob Dwiar published

Recommended

Ghost of Yotei is a superb and beautiful sequel that iterates on its predecessor in all the best ways.

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PS5 Pro vs PS5: comparing specs, design, dimensions, features, and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're breaking down all the key differences when it comes to the PS5 Pro vs PS5 matchup.

The Sennheiser HD 500 BAM microphone being worn by a man with a Sennheiser pair of headphones

Sennheiser has announced the HD 500 BAM microphone, and it can completely transform some of the brand's headphones into gaming behemoths

By Rob Dwiar published

Sennheiser has just announced a headphone accessory that has transformed my set into something much greater.

A three-way image of A Plague Tale: Innocence, Shadow of the Colossus, and The Last of Us Part 2

I absolutely love bleak, melancholy, and sad video games - here are some of my favorites

By Rob Dwiar published

I have a strange but strong love for the best bleak and miserable video games - here are some of my favorites from recent years

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Forget gaming headsets, the best audiophile headphones for gaming are where it’s at if you want the best audio – here are 5 of our favorites

By Rob Dwiar published

Embrace the finer things in gaming audio by trading in your headset for one of these 5 audiophile headphones

A close up of an elder vampire

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2’s mix of vampiric abilities and detective-like investigation has piqued my interest in the long-awaited game

By Rob Dwiar published

After playing Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 at Gamescom this year, I’m quietly hopeful for the long-awaited role-playing game.

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

This overlooked gaming accessory has taken my PS5 and PC gaming experience to brand new levels

By Rob Dwiar published

I added a sound card to my PS5 and PC setups, and it made my gaming audio so much richer and clearer than ever.

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A screenshot from upcoming stealth game Styx: Blades of Greed showing Styx hiding behind a crate

I murdered my way up a vertical city and snooped through environments in search of shiny quartz crystals in Styx: Blades of Greed, and I can’t wait to get my sneak on again

By Rob Dwiar published

Styx: Blades of Greed might have been one of the most underrated games of Gamescom 2025.

The Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of the Giants expansion.

The Order of the Giants is a video game expansion done right – here are six reasons why you should jump into the new Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC

By Rob Dwiar, Dashiell Wood published

If you’re looking for more Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, then its Order of the Giants DLC is going to be perfect for you - here’s why we love it.

A close up of the Astro Bot Joyful DualSense

Astro Bot Joyful DualSense controller pre-orders are live and readily available at retailers

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're rounding up all the best information and links on the new Astro Bot Joyful controller that's now up for pre-order.

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