Rhys Wood

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

Metroid Prime 4 Beyond showing Samus in her new suit

I was already excited for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, then Retro Studios gave Samus a bullet time mechanic

By Rhys Wood published

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond looks great, but it's Samus's new psychic powers that have me most intrigued.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream screenshot showing a Mii smelling some fresh flowers.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a sequel to my favorite 3DS game, and I think it's already packing the charm that inZOI lacks

By Rhys Wood published

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream doesn't need inZOI's impressive visual fidelity to be the better game - here's why.

Kirby inhaling a Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Direct - all Nintendo Switch games announced at the March 2025 show and our reactions as it happened

By Dashiell Wood last updated

The March 2025 Nintendo Direct has ended, but it was a good one! Here's everything we leaned and our reactions to the show.

Shigeru Miyamoto presents Nintendo Today app

Nintendo Today smartphone app is out now on iOS and Android devices – and here's what it does

By Rhys Wood published

You can download the new Nintendo Today smartphone app, erm, well, today.

Screenshot from action RPG soulslike Lies of P

Lies of P Overture won't elaborate on the game's eyebrow-raising post-credits twist, and I think that's good news

By Rhys Wood published

I'm actually glad that Lies of P's Overture DLC won't tie into the base game's shocking post-credits twist.

Cristiano Ronaldo promotional image for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

Yes, Cristiano Ronaldo is a playable character in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and it makes more sense than you think

By Rhys Wood published

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' second open beta goes live as SNK announces Cristiano Ronaldo as a playable character (yes, really).

EA Sports F1 25 promotional image featuring drivers Oscar Piastri, Carlos Sainz and Oliver Bearman.

F1 25 has been officially announced, with this year's entry marking a return for Braking Point and a 'significant overhaul' for My Team mode

By Rhys Wood published

F1 25 has been officially revealed, and will feature the return of the excellent Braking Point campaign.

Xbox Series X and Xbox wireless controller set to a green background

Xbox Insiders are currently testing a new Game Hub feature that looks useful, but I've got mixed feelings about it

By Rhys Wood published

Xbox is testing a new Game Hub feature with some Insiders, and I have mixed feelings.

The Witcher 4

You're probably not playing The Witcher 4 until 2027 at the earliest, per CD Projekt's latest financial update

By Rhys Wood published

Don't expect The Witcher 4 before 2027, hints CD Projekt.

Acer Nitro NGR300

The Acer Nitro NGR300 is hard to recommend today thanks to its reliance on AA batteries and complete lack of console compatibility

By Rhys Wood published

The Acer Nitro NGR300 may look nice, but is seriously behind its cheaper and better competition.

Best PC racing wheels

Best PC racing wheels in 2025: bolster your desktop with a dedicated racing sim setup

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide These are our picks for the best PC racing wheels on the market today for those considering a dedicated sim setup.

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is coming this year, and I can't wait to be creeped out by SHODAN all over again

By Rhys Wood published

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster will finally make one of the all-time sci-fi horror greats playable on modern consoles.

A close up of Alan Wake's face

Best horror games: the scariest titles to play in 2025

By Elie Gould last updated

These are our best horror games available now that'll provide fans with all sorts of scares on all sorts of platforms.

Analogue 3D

You might be in for some disappointment if you pre-ordered the Analogue 3D

By Rhys Wood published

Folks who pre-ordered the Analogue 3D will have to wait a bit longer for it thanks to a shipping delay.

Thrustmaster Sol-R flight stick

Thrustmaster announces the Sol-R 1 and Sol-R 2 HOSAS flight sticks designed for space sims like Elite Dangerous

By Rhys Wood published

Space flight sim enjoyers rejoice as Thrustmaster has new flight sticks on the way in the form of the Sol-R 1 and Sol-R 2 HOSAS.

Best Xbox racing wheels

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

By Rhys Wood last updated

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

Gamecube Controller

If Nintendo Switch 2 is getting GameCube support, here are the seven games I most want to see

By Rhys Wood published

In light of recent Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube speculation, here are seven games I’d love to see.

Best PC controllers

Best PC controllers in 2025: top gamepads from GameSir, Thrustmaster and more

By Rhys Wood last updated

Our guide to everything you need to know about the best PC controllers that are available to buy now.

Xbox Adaptive Joystick

The Xbox Adaptive Joystick has arrived, and you can buy it now exclusively at the Microsoft Store

By Rhys Wood published

The Xbox Adaptive Joystick is available now, and it can be used as a companion to the Xbox Adaptive Controller.

Best SD cards for Nintendo Switch

The best SD cards for Switch in 2025: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide This is our comprehensive guide to all of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards available to buy right now.

The Seagate Game Drive for PS5 on a blue background.

Best PS5 external hard drives in 2025: top picks to easily expand your PlayStation's storage

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Here's our breakdown of the best PS5 external hard drives, from budget picks to flagship models.

PlayStation 5 console deal image with TechRadar branding

The best PS5 deals for March 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Deals We've been hard at work finding you all the best PS5 deals in the US and the UK to help you save money on hardware.

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

Best PS5 games 2025 - top PlayStation 5 titles to play right now

By Rob Dwiar last updated

If you're looking for the best PS5 games right now, you can't go wrong with these essential picks.

A close-up of party member Elma in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition remains one of the most ambitious and breathtaking RPG experiences a decade on from its original release

By Rhys Wood published

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition might just be the best RPG on Nintendo Switch, just as it was on the Wii U.

A girl covered in bloddy flowers sits on a boat

With 'entrails and sinew displayed on serving platters in fantastical celebration,' Silent Hill f is very clearly not one for the squeamish

By Rhys Wood published

Silent Hill f sounds like the most graphic entry in the series to date if the ESRB's content warning is anything to go by.

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