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

The PS5 just had its best financial quarter on record, shipping almost 10 million units at the end of last year

By Rhys Wood published 14 February 25

The PS5 seems to be doing better than ever selling nearly 10 million units at the tail end of 2024.

Our favorite six moments from yesterday's PlayStation State of Play

By Rob Dwiar published 13 February 25

These are our favorite moments and reveals from this month's PlayStation's State of Play event.

Lies of P's Overture DLC is finally coming this year, closing the book on my favorite soulslike

By Rhys Wood published 13 February 25

Lies of P: Overture is a prequel expansion to the main game and it's coming this summer.

Avowed is a captivating journey through a dreamlike fantasy world that I simply can’t get enough of

By Rhys Wood published 13 February 25

Avowed shines with a fantasy world that’s easy to get lost in - both literally and figuratively.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds just got a truckload of new details with a closed network test happening this month

By Rhys Wood published 13 February 25

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds gets a metric ton of new information following its State of Play reveal.

Elden Ring Nightreign is arriving in May and you can pre-order it now

By Rhys Wood published 13 February 25

Elden Ring Nightreign finally has a release date and a range of special editions you can pre-order now.

Best horror games: the scariest titles to play in 2025

By Elie Gould last updated 12 February 25

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

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Currys is the latest UK retailer to let you register interest in Nintendo Switch 2 news and potential pre-order information

By Rhys Wood published 12 February 25

UK retailer Currys is now letting you register your interest in Nintendo Switch 2 updates.

I played Monster Hunter Wilds for seven hours and it’s now my most anticipated game of the year

By Rhys Wood published 11 February 25

While very much evolution over revolution, Monster Hunter Wilds is nonetheless the most thrilling the series has ever been.

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Best Xbox One games 2025: top titles to play right now

By Vic Hood last updated 11 February 25

Buying Guide Whether you own an Xbox One or Xbox One X, don't miss out on the best Xbox One games you can play right now.

A Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller seems inevitable, so here are five things I want to see from a potential follow-up

By Rhys Wood published 11 February 25

A Pro Controller for Nintendo Switch 2 is likely to happen, and there’s plenty that can be done to improve on the original model.

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Best PSVR 2 games 2025: what to buy for the latest PlayStation VR headset

By Rhys Wood last updated 10 February 25

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

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The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta could get an extra day following massive PlayStation Network outage

By Rhys Wood published 10 February 25

Capcom looks to extend Monster Hunter Wilds' open beta by a day to account for the weekend's PlayStation Network outages.

Best gaming earbuds in 2025: great portable sound from Sony, SteelSeries and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 7 February 25

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

Best PS5 accessories in 2025: fill out your setup with some top extras

By Rob Dwiar last updated 7 February 25

We've hand-picked all the best PS5 accessories available now so you can take your experience one step further.

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Avowed game director confirms that yes, the game can reach 60fps on Xbox Series X

By Rhys Wood published 7 February 25

Avowed will be playable at 60fps on Xbox Series X, but Series S owners will be limited to 30fps.

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

By Rhys Wood last updated 6 February 25

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

The best PS5 racing wheels in 2025: serious driving gear from Thrustmaster, Logitech and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 6 February 25

Buying Guide All the best PS5 racing wheels available for top-tier titles on the platform like F1 24 and Gran Turismo 7.

The best Nintendo Switch controllers 2025: super Switch gamepads from 8BitDo, GameSir, CRKD and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 6 February 25

Buying Guide We've compiled all the best Nintendo Switch controllers to take your hybrid handheld gaming to the next level.

Microsoft partners with stores in the US and UK to offer an official Xbox Series X and Series S repair service

By Rhys Wood published 6 February 25

Microsoft announces a new Xbox Series console repairs service with Asurion in the US and Currys in the UK.

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The best gaming desks in 2025: my picks for expanding and optimizing your setup

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 February 25

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

We've been testing the best gaming chairs for years and these are our top picks for play and work

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 February 25

Buying Guide All the best gaming chairs that you can buy right now, catering to different users, budgets, and needs.

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 February 25

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

The best monitors for PS5 and PS5 Pro in 2025 - let your games shine on screen

By Rob Dwiar last updated 5 February 25

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.

The best PS4 controllers in 2025: our favorites from Sony, Victrix and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 5 February 25

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best PS4 controllers that money can buy from official gamepads to third-party offerings.

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