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

PowerA expands its Fusion Pro controller lineup with two new Xbox gamepads available now

By Rhys Wood published 17 September 24

PowerA returns with two new Xbox controllers in its Fusion Pro lineup.

New PS6 report claims AMD will be designing the console's chip

By Rhys Wood published 17 September 24

AMD allegedly secures the next generation of PlayStation hardware over Intel, according to a Reuters report.

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Best PSVR 2 games 2024: what to buy for the latest PlayStation VR headset

By Rhys Wood last updated 16 September 24

Wondering what the best PSVR 2 games are? Learn all about the games worth playing in our curated list.

Huge PS5 update introduces customizable home screens and adaptive controller charging ahead of PS5 Pro's launch

By Rhys Wood published 12 September 24

This PS5 software update is one of its biggest yet - adding customizable home screens, adaptive controller charging and more.

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Microsoft is testing friend requests on Xbox Series X - a feature that's been missing since the Xbox 360 days

By Rhys Wood published 12 September 24

Microsoft is currently testing Xbox 360-style friend requests on its current-generation consoles.

A side by side comparison of The Last of Us Part 2 running on PS5 and PS5 Pro

PS5 Pro enhancement patches will be ready to go at launch for around '40 to 50 games'

By Rhys Wood published 11 September 24

PS5 Pro launch will see '40 to 50 games' receive enhancement patches on November 7.

PS5 Pro will significantly enhance PSVR 2 games according to Mark Cerny

By Rhys Wood published 11 September 24

PSVR 2 games will benefit from PS5 Pro's improved GPU, Mark Cerny confirms.

PS5 Pro reveal analysis - 5 things we learned about the next PlayStation console

By Dashiell Wood published 10 September 24

The PS5 Technical Presentation gave us our first look at the PS5 Pro. Here are five things that we learned from the official reveal.

PS5 Slim: where to buy, design and specs

By Rhys Wood last updated 10 September 24

The PS5 Slim is finally here. Here's everything you need to know about the latest hardware revision.

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: which current-gen console should you buy?

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 September 24

Updated We've pulled together everything you need to know about the PS5 vs Xbox Series X in our handy guide.

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PS5 Technical Presentation live - are we about to see the PS5 Pro?

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 September 24

Follow our live blog for all the latest from the PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation where we expect to see the PS5 Pro revealed amid other details from Mark Cerny.

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Oops! Looks like Sony accidentally revealed the PS5 Pro announcement before today's technical presentation

By Rhys Wood published 10 September 24

An unlisted PlayStation video pretty much confirms we're seeing the PS5 Pro at today's technical presentation.

Sony pushes the DualSense controller's price up by $5 amidst PS5 Pro speculation

By Rhys Wood published 9 September 24

Sony has increased the DualSense controller's price by $5 at PlayStation Direct.

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics review: the best way to experience a treasure trove of long-lost fighting games

By Rhys Wood published 9 September 24

Beloved Marvel vs. Capcom games are finally available on modern hardware in a glorious seven-game collection.

A screenshot of Astro on a DualSense-shaped rocket ship in the game Astro Bot

More cameos have been spotted in Astro Bot's credits as game director confirms free DLC

By Rhys Wood published 9 September 24

Free Astro Bot DLC is on the way - potentially featuring franchises spotted in the game's credits.

Astro Bot has reminded me why I fell in love with the DualSense controller

By Rhys Wood published 6 September 24

I'd forgotten just how incredible the DualSense controller is - then I played Astro Bot.

Vocalist Chrissy Costanza on singing for Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail: "this isn't just 'game' music, it's 'music' music"

By Rhys Wood published 6 September 24

TechRadar Gaming spoke to Against the Current vocalist Chrissy Costanza to learn more about her contribution to Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail’s soundtrack.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree boss Messmer the Impaler seen in the expansion's first trailer.

How to start Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree

By Rhys Wood published 6 September 24

Struggling on how to start the Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree? Here’s everything you need to know.

Astro Bot celebrates PlayStation 30th anniversary

PlayStation 30th anniversary celebrations kick off with digital soundtracks, physical goodies, and a bespoke Gran Turismo 7 free trial

By Rhys Wood published 6 September 24

PlayStation's 30th anniversary celebrations includes free trials, soundtracks and board games.

Reports suggest the Nintendo Switch 2 has entered mass production, supports backwards compatibility

By Rhys Wood published 5 September 24

Nintendo Switch 2 might already be in mass production according to a financial analyst.

Concord is going offline just two weeks after it launched with sales stopping and players getting refunds

By Rhys Wood published 3 September 24

Firewalk Studios has confirmed multiplayer hero shooter Concord is going offline less than a month after it launched.

Resident Evil games on iOS now require an internet connection to play

By Rhys Wood published 3 September 24

You might want to avoid updating Resident Evil games on iOS - they now require an internet connection to play.

Hideaki Itsuno announces Dragon's Dogma 2

Devil May Cry and Dragon's Dogma director Hideaki Itsuno has left Capcom

By Rhys Wood published 2 September 24

Legendary Capcom director Hideaki Itsuno is leaving the company after 30 years.

It looks like Yakuza Kiwami won't be getting a physical release on Nintendo Switch

By Rhys Wood published 2 September 24

Yakuza Kiwami developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio implies the Nintendo Switch version won't have a physical release.

90s games industry pioneer Argonaut is back - and it's remastering a much-loved PS1 classic

By Rhys Wood published 30 August 24

Iconic PS1 game Croc: Legend of the Gobbos is getting a remaster from its original developer.

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