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

Best card games: Munchkin card game box on a yellow background

Best card games in 2024: essential decks for casual and hardcore players

By Jason Coles last updated

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best card games available on the market from casual to hardcore players.

best board games: the box of Ticket to Ride, with a steam train on it

Best board games 2024: must-play tabletop titles

By Rhys Wood last updated

We're rounding up all the best board games for all occasions and preferences available right now.

Best racing wheels

Best racing wheels in 2024: top tier wheels for PlayStation, Xbox and PC

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide The best racing wheels for consoles and PC are ideal if you're looking to build a dedicated sim setup.

8BitDo Ultimate deal

It's not even Black Friday yet but 8BitDo is already hosting some fantastic Switch controller deals at Amazon

By Rhys Wood published

8BitDo is offering big discounts on its best Nintendo Switch controllers at Amazon.

Man wearing PS VR

Sony's free PlayStation VR for PS5 adapter is being discontinued in two weeks

By Rhys Wood published

The free camera adapter you need to play the original PlayStation VR on PS5 is being discontinued soon.

Best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories

The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories in 2024: essential gear for your Xbox console

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories are essential if you want to get the most out of your console.

Best PSVR 2 accessories

Best PSVR 2 accessories 2024: must-have kit for PS5's VR headset

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide Improve your VR experience on PS5 with these must-have PSVR 2 accessories.

Best fight sticks

The best fight sticks in 2024: controllers that are tailor-made for fighting games

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We've hand-picked the best fight sticks so you can replicate that sought-after arcade experience at home.

Atsu rides on horseback through a lush red forest

Sony plans to release 'major' single-player games every year with Ghost of Yōtei and Death Stranding 2 coming in 2025

By Rhys Wood published

Ghost of Yotei could be one of many upcoming PS5 exclusives as Sony plans to release 'major' single-player titles every year.

Final Fantasy 14 Dawntrail

Final Fantasy 14 is finally fixing its infamous 'driver's license' character portraits... sort of

By Rhys Wood published

One of Final Fantasy 14's most annoying issues is finally being resolved in the next major patch.

Best gaming chair guide

The best gaming chairs in 2024: top picks for play and work

By Rob Dwiar last updated

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

PS5 Monitor Buying Guide

The best monitors for PS5 in 2024 - let your games shine on screen

By Rob Dwiar last updated

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

Best PC racing wheels

Best PC racing wheels 2024: bolster your desktop with a dedicated wheel 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.

Best Xbox Headsets

Best Xbox Series X headsets in 2024 - top headphones for Team Green

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Our definitive ranking of all the best Xbox Series X headsets that are available to buy in 2024.

Best Xbox racing wheels

Best Xbox racing wheels 2024: 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.

Best PS4 controllers

The best PS4 controllers in 2024: top gamepads for Sony's last-gen console

By Rhys Wood last updated

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

Best PS5 headsets

Best PS5 headsets in 2024 - hear better on PlayStation 5

By Rob Dwiar last updated

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

Best VR headsets

The best VR headsets in 2024: top virtual reality headsets for immersive gaming

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide We've rounded up the best VR headsets you should consider buying for an optimal virtual reality experience.

Best PS5 racing wheels Logitech G923

The best PS5 racing wheels in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated

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

Golden Joystick Awards 2024

You've got until later today to vote for your Ultimate Game of the Year at the Golden Joystick Awards

By Rhys Wood published

The Golden Joystick Awards Ultimate Game of the Year voting closes soon - here are all the nominees.

The Super Pocket handheld games console on a pale green background.

Best handheld games consoles in 2024

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide If you're in the market for a handheld games console, these are our top recommendations.

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs in 2024: upgrade your storage for less

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best Xbox Series X hard drives will help you increase your console’s storage for less.

The Seagate Game Drive for PS5 on a blue background.

Best PS5 external hard drives in 2024: 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.

Best gaming console

Best gaming console in 2024: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2024, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

The PS5 disc drive and vertical stand on a blue background

Where to buy the PS5 disc drive: stock updates on the must-have PS5 Pro accessory

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're giving you the best information and places to buy the PS5 disc drive and vertical stand.

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