Rhys Wood

Rhys Wood

Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for over four years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, 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

Nacon RIG R5 Pro HS

I tried Nacon’s new RIG R5 Pro wired PS5 gaming headset, and its performance has so far surprised me as much as its price tag

By Rhys Wood published

Nacon announces the RIG R5 Pro HS - a PS5 gaming headset I'm currently testing that might just surprise you.

Razer BlackShark V2 X prime day deal

Don't let Prime Day gaming deals pass you by without checking out this rock-solid discount on one of the best cheap gaming headsets around

By Rhys Wood published

The Razer BlackShark V2 X is a cheap gaming headset that's actually worth your cash, and it's been heavily discounted in the final hours of Prime Day.

Xbox prime day deal

No Xbox console? No worries with this excellent Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max plus Game Pass Prime Day deal

By Rhys Wood published

An Xbox Wireless Controller, Fire TV Stick 4K and Game Pass all in one Prime Day deal? It's more likely than you think.

Razer Quick Charging Stand for PlayStation 5

Razer's Quick Charging Stand for PS5 will keep your DualSense's battery juiced up, and it's almost half price in the Prime Day sales

By Rhys Wood published

The excellent Razer Quick Charging Stand is almost half off at Amazon right now.

WD Black C50 Amazon Spring Sale

There's just one day left to bag one of the best Xbox Series X storage cards at $40 off

By Rhys Wood published

As Prime Day draws to a close, don't miss this excellent WD Black C50 Xbox storage card deal.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate deal artwork

Beat the Microsoft Xbox Game Pass price hike with these deals still available at the older, better prices

By Josh Russell, Rob Dwiar published

Beat the Game Pass price hikes with Prime Day's best rates.

Seagate Xbox Storage Expansion Card deal

Prime Day is always reliable for Seagate Xbox Expansion Card discounts, and this year is no different with this unbelievable deal

By Rhys Wood published

Seagate's reliable Xbox Storage Expansion Card deals return for Prime Day.

mClassic deal

Another Prime Day means another huge saving for one of my absolute favorite Nintendo Switch accessories

By Rhys Wood published

The mClassic upscaler for Nintendo Switch matches its lowest ever price this Prime Day.

prime day xbox deals

Official Xbox Wireless Controller deals are a bit of a letdown this Prime Day, but Razer and GameSir have picked up the slack

By Rhys Wood published

There are still plenty of great Xbox controller deals to be had this Prime Day.

A Nintendo Switch 2 on a red background

No, the Nintendo Switch 2 is not on sale for Prime Day – but all these games and accessories are

By Rhys Wood published

The Switch 2 might not be discounted this Prime Day (shocker), but you can still get plenty of accessories and games for less.

Discounts on the DualSense Edge controller.

Walmart does what Amazon doesn't as the DualSense Edge gets a mighty discount at the big box retailer

By Rhys Wood published

You won't find the best DualSense Edge deal at Prime Big Deal Days - it's actually Walmart with the most impressive saving.

8BitDo Arcade Controller

The 8BitDo Arcade Controller is a great introduction to leverless fighting game controllers

By Rhys Wood published

Recommended

Leverless controllers for fighting games can be intimidating, but the 8BitDo Arcade Controller is a solid newcomer option.

Victrix Pro BFG

The gorgeous Tekken 8 variant of the Victrix Pro BFG is the cheapest I've ever seen it ahead of Prime Big Deal Days

By Rhys Wood published

Don't wait for Prime Big Deal Days to score one of the best fighting game controllers for 50 bucks less.

Xbox Cloud Gaming

Microsoft is reportedly gearing up to launch a free ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming

By Rhys Wood published

Xbox Cloud Gaming is reportedly testing a free Xbox Cloud Gaming tier supported by ads in the wake of controversial console price hikes.

Nintendo Switch 2 Camera

The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera gets the job done for GameChat, but it’s not a must-own accessory

By Rhys Wood published

The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera does what it says on the tin, even if it basically is just a webcam.

Resident Evil Requiem

Resident Evil Requiem's director hints bosses will apparently be a battle of wits over bullets

By Rhys Wood published

Yes, Resident Evil Requiem will have boss fights, but not the shooty kind according to the game's director.

Scuf Valor Pro Wireless

The Scuf Valor Pro Wireless is the latest controller to feature drift-resistant TMR thumbsticks, and it's available now

By Rhys Wood published

Scuf launches the Valor Pro Wireless Controller for Xbox, PC, and Bluetooth-ready devices.

Thrustmaster eSwap X2 H.E

Thrustmaster launches the eSwap X2 H.E Xbox controller, but it looks like a very hard sell if you already own the X2

By Rhys Wood published

Thrustmaster launches the eSwap X2 H.E controller, and it's perhaps not the overhaul I was hoping for.

Silent Hill f

Silent Hill f has one of the best New Game Plus experiences this year, but that’s not the only reason I can’t stop thinking about this horror masterclass

By Rhys Wood published

Silent Hill f might just be my game of the year, but it’s not the scares that are the star of the show.

Best gaming earbuds

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

By Rob Dwiar last updated

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

Best Xbox Headsets

Best Xbox Series X headsets in 2025: our top picks for audio companions on Xbox

By Rob Dwiar last updated

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

Best PS5 headsets

Best PS5 headsets 2025: our top picks for immersive audio for 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.

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

Best handheld games consoles in 2025: the top systems we've tried

By Dashiell Wood last updated

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

The best gaming consoles on a blue background.

Best gaming console in 2025: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2025, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

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.

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