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

Struggling to find Black Friday Xbox Series X console deals? Here are all the best I've seen so far

By Rhys Wood published 27 November 24

Xbox Series X console deals haven't been amazing this year, but the Digital Edition has a pretty great Black Friday discount.

If you're as sick of running out of Xbox storage space as I am, you'll want to check out these Black Friday deals from Seagate and WD Black

By Rhys Wood published 27 November 24

The big two names in Xbox Series X storage have some excellent Black Friday deals happening right now.

The Volcanic Red DualSense on a teal background with white price cut text

I'd be all over these Black Friday DualSense deals at PlayStation Direct if I hadn't just bought the 30th Anniversary Edition

By Rhys Wood published 26 November 24

You can save up to $20 on pretty much every single DualSense color thanks to PlayStation's official Black Friday PS5 deals.

My top pick for best Nintendo Switch accessory just got a massive 25% price cut this Black Friday - and it even includes a handy extra for free

By Rhys Wood published 26 November 24

It's a new lowest-ever price for the Nitro Deck+ and its HDMI adapter in this incredible Black Friday Nintendo Switch deal.

One of my favorite Xbox controllers and its glorious Elden Ring special edition are cheaper than they've ever been this Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published 26 November 24

The Thrustmaster eSwap X2 and its stunning Elden Ring special edition just got their first ever Black Friday Xbox controller deal.

Black Friday PS5 deals don't get much better than 40% off PSVR 2 - sincerely, someone who's moaned about its price since launch

By Rhys Wood published 25 November 24

I'm genuinely stunned that Sony is offering PSVR 2 for 40% less with this Black Friday PS5 deal.

Discounts on the DualSense Edge controller.

I usually wouldn't recommend the DualSense Edge at full price, but it's absolutely worth it thanks to this Black Friday PS5 deal

By Rhys Wood published 25 November 24

I've been using the DualSense Edge since launch, and I'd recommend it heartily with this Black Friday deal.

Thrustmaster Heart controller review: a competent Hall effect gamepad that fails to stand out in a competitive space

By Rhys Wood published 23 November 24

The Thrustmaster Heart prizes itself on peak responsiveness, but it ends up falling short among its peers.

Avowed player character and their companion Kai walking through a busy town

Avowed might just be the fantasy RPG you've been waiting for

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 24

Avowed’s involving combat and typically slick Obsidian writing has me very excited for the full release next year.

A price cut on the PDP Victrix Pro BFG for Xbox.

After a Pro-level Xbox controller for less? You should absolutely check out this Victrix Pro BFG Black Friday discount

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 24

This Black Friday Xbox controller deal takes one of my favorite gamepads to its lowest ever Amazon price.

EE's Black Friday PS5 Pro deal sees the console get a discount but also offers one of the best trade-in offers for your old PS5 we've seen so far

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 24

EE has discounted the PS5 Pro and is offering up to £260 when you trade in a games console.

The PlayStation Black Friday deals are headlined by 30% off PS Plus and the one deal we've always wanted - a massive 40% off PSVR 2

By Rhys Wood published 21 November 24

PlayStation's Black Friday sale includes 30% off PS Plus and a massive 40% off PSVR 2.

Save big on Star Wars Outlaws, College Football 25, and more with these Black Friday Xbox game deals at Amazon

By Rhys Wood published 20 November 24

Amazon's early Black Friday Xbox game deals are fantastic with up to half price off top titles.

Image of the PlayStation Portal handheld gaming device

PlayStation Portal cloud streaming is now in beta, with over 120 games playable for PS Plus Premium members

By Rhys Wood published 20 November 24

PlayStation Portal finally adds cloud streaming for PS Plus Premium members.

This record-low price on the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro is one of the best early Black Friday PS5 deals we've seen

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 24

The excellent Nacon Revolution 5 Pro just hit its lowest ever price at Argos ahead of Black Friday.

Nitro Deck discounts have arrived ahead of the Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals - including a huge record-low price on the Retro Purple model

By Rhys Wood published 19 November 24

There are some excellent savings to be had on Nitro Deck accessories right now - a record-low price among them.

The 1TB WD Black C50 expansion card is less than $100 right now, making it easily the best Black Friday Xbox deal we've seen so far

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 24

This massive WD Black C50 expansion card saving is the absolute best pre-Black Friday Xbox deal we've seen yet.

Black Friday? More like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 day with this stunning Turtle Beach VelocityOne flightstick discount

By Rhys Wood published 18 November 24

The Turtle Beach VelocityOne flightstick has smashed its lowest ever price just in time for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Xbox Wireless Controller Ghost Cipher deal

This Ghost Cipher Xbox Wireless Controller deal is one of the best we've seen before Black Friday

By Rhys Wood published 15 November 24

One of the nicest Xbox Wireless Controller variants just got a superb pre-Black Friday discount.

Geoff Keighley confirms The Game Awards will announce nominees live early next week

By Rhys Wood published 15 November 24

Mark your calendars: The Game Awards nominees are set to be announced early next week.

PS5 Pro sales seem to be exceeding all expectations in Japan

By Rhys Wood published 15 November 24

PS5 Pro's week one sales in Japan are impressive as the mid-gen upgrade shifts over 78,000 units in the region.

Save big on Nintendo Switch bundles and deals at Argos before Black Friday even starts

By Rhys Wood published 14 November 24

Want a Nintendo Switch bundle deal before Black Friday? Then check out these savings at Argos.

Best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 November 24

Buying Guide From the Razer Kishi to the Moga mobile range, these are the best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories.

Best Xbox One accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 November 24

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Xbox One accessories on the market this month from headsets, storage and more.

The best controllers for Call of Duty: our picks across PlayStation, Xbox, PC and mobile

By Dashiell Wood last updated 13 November 24

Our top picks for very best controllers to play Call of Duty on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and mobile.

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