Articles by Harry Padoan, Senior Writer, Reviews

Kiryu, Rikiya, and Majima in Yakuza Kiwami 3

I spent more than 50 hours smashing through Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties, and it's a solid action-filled remake with significantly improved combat — but it can't quite compare to its predecessors

By Harry Padoan Published 9 February 26

Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties supplies cathartic combat and a whole lot of new content, but can it live up to the high standards that RGG Studio set with its previous remakes?

The new Kirby Air Riders update is an absolute game-changer, and it took me right back to the Nintendo DS glory days

By Harry Padoan Published 8 February 26

I love the new Kirby Air Riders update, especially with the inclusion of this excellent multiplayer feature.

Chibi-Robo emerges in Chibi-Robo! on Nintendo Switch Online

I’m addicted to Nintendo Switch Online, but I wish I’d known about these hidden gems sooner

By Harry Padoan Published 7 February 26

If you’ve got a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, these classic games are absolute must-play – but you may not be all too familiar with them.

Man holding Bose SoundLink Plus by carry strap

If you're not playing music in the shower every morning, I think you need to start, because some of the greatest waterproof speakers I've tested are on sale right now

By Harry Padoan Published 6 February 26

Some of the best waterproof speakers around are on-sale, here are my top picks.

Immersive sound will take the Super Bowl to a new level — I’d recommend these 7 soundbars based on my testing

By Harry Padoan Published 6 February 26

Want to immerse yourself in the Super Bowl like never before? These soundbars will take your viewing experience to new heights.

Hori Puff Pouch for Nintendo Switch 2 with console inside, on table

Hori Puff Pouch for Nintendo Switch 2 review: a decent low-cost case

By Harry Padoan Published 31 January 26

If you need a Nintendo Switch 2 case, this purse-like model could be up your alley — but it wasn’t exactly my favorite.

JBL Flip 7 next to the Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2

JBL Flip 7 vs Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2: two audio giants, only one winner

By Harry Padoan Published 30 January 26

I pitted JBL against Bose in this showdown of two audio behemoths, but there was only ever going to be one champion.

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Mario in Mario Kart World alongside Yoshi in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mario Kart World vs Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: which Nintendo racer stands atop the podium?

By Harry Padoan Published 30 January 26

I love Mario Kart World, but is it actually better than Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s which Nintendo racer takes first place.

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Nintendogs game case next to Nintendo Switch 2 console with Nintendo Switch Online content on display

I’m going to be one sad puppy if Nintendogs doesn’t get a Switch 2 sequel — here’s why

By Harry Padoan Published 30 January 26

I played Nintendogs for the first time, and now I need to see it arrive on Switch 2.

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Generation on table

I've had this compact B&O speaker for 4 months now – here are 3 reasons it's better than the JBL Charge 6

By Harry Padoan Published 27 January 26

The last few months with B&O’s audiophile-friendly Bluetooth speaker have been so amazing, I’d pick it over JBL’s Bluetooth speakers – for these 3 reasons.

Nintendo Switch 2 camera, Hori Piranha Plant Camera, and Hori USB Camera all together

I tested the three most popular Nintendo Switch 2 cameras, and this is the only one I’d recommend

By Harry Padoan Published 25 January 26

I’ve tested three cameras for Nintendo Switch 2, but there’s only one model I’d spend my own money on.

I reviewed this compact Dolby Atmos soundbar from Klipsch, and it would be a true great if it weren't for this one flaw

By Harry Padoan Published 25 January 26

Want a Dolby Atmos soundbar but short on space? This model from Klipsch could be the ideal solution.

This is one of the best small-sized Bluetooth speakers I've tested, and it doesn't come from JBL or Bose

By Harry Padoan Published 24 January 26

This budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker is compact and brilliant-sounding – here are 3 reasons why I'd buy it.

JBL Grip held against screen with beach projection

I’ve tested tons of Bluetooth speakers, and this little-known JBL feature is a major reason I recommend its products so strongly

By Harry Padoan Published 22 January 26

If you're looking to buy a new Bluetooth speaker, this one trick may tempt you to pick one up from JBL.

I love this hidden feature on my Sony headphones, but you may not know it even exists

By Harry Padoan Published 19 January 26

I love this nifty feature on my Sony headphones, but a lot of users may not even know it’s there.

Edifier ES60 on table, against pink background

This retro-style Bluetooth speaker is trying to outdo Marshall at its own game, but is it up to the task?

By Harry Padoan Published 17 January 26

The Edifier ES60 is a decent retro-style speaker, but its audio performance and underwhelming battery life hold it back from brilliance.

Man holding up Cory in the House for the Nintendo DS game box in front of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 game box

I played the Nintendo DS game threatening Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s Metacritic ranking — here’s how it went

By Harry Padoan Published 16 January 26

I played the Disney game threatening Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s top Metacritic ranking — is it actually good?

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Hori Adventure Pack for Nintendo Switch 2 with console peeping out

This Nintendo Switch 2 case doubles up as a cross-body bag, and I kinda love it

By Harry Padoan Published 15 January 26

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The Hori Adventure Pack may not be the most stylish case I’ve tested, but its versatile, convenient model that’s well worth considering.

Tribit QuietPlus 81 leaning against block on pink background

These super cheap noise-cancelling headphones boast a 110-hour battery, but I still can't recommend them — here's why

By Harry Padoan Published 13 January 26

I tested these ultra-cheap noise cancelling headphones from Tribit, and they prove that a low price doesn’t mean you’re getting high value for money.

Tribit PocketGo on stand, against pink background

This pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker takes aim at the JBL Go 4 — but sadly, 3 key flaws hold it back

By Harry Padoan Published 8 January 26

I reviewed a cheap alternative to JBL’s smallest Bluetooth speaker — is it worth buying?

Hori USB Camera for Nintendo Switch 2 on pink background

I tested Hori’s cheap Nintendo Switch 2 camera — this one flaw makes it hard to recommend

By Harry Padoan Published 4 January 26

Hori’s Piranha Plant camera didn’t impress me, so I tested its minimalist alternative instead — is it any good?

I punched my way through Yakuza Kiwami 2 on Nintendo Switch 2, and it’s a decent port of an excellent RPG

By Harry Padoan Published 3 January 26

Yakuza Kiwami 2 plays pretty well on Nintendo Switch 2, and being able to take Kiryu’s adventure on the go is a big bonus.

Button controls on top of the JBL Bar 1300MK2

JBL’s new flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar is one of the year's best — here are 3 reasons why I’d buy it

By Harry Padoan Published 1 January 26

The JBL Bar 1300MK2 is a powerful, versatile, and excellent-sounding Dolby Atmos soundbar, and it's all too easy to recommend.

Sonos and Marshall logos on two soundbars

Sonos Beam Gen 2 vs Marshall Heston 60: here’s the compact Dolby Atmos soundbar I’d recommend

By Harry Padoan Published 31 December 25

The Sonos Beam Gen 2 and Marshall Heston 60 are both excellent compact soundbars, but only one can come out on top.

Marshall Middleton II being picked up by carry strap

I've tested more than 30 Bluetooth speakers, but this model surprised me for one key reason — and it's not from Bose or JBL

By Harry Padoan Published 31 December 25

The Marshall Middleton II plates up impeccable audio quality, and its stereo sound is absolutely spectacular.

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