Articles by Dashiell Wood, Gaming Editor

Dash is an experienced tech journalist who specializes in video games, electronic entertainment products, and the wider industry that surrounds them. He currently serves as the Gaming Editor at TechRadar, leading our review, preview, feature, and news coverage of the latest and greatest releases.

Before joining the team, he was Contributing Writer at PLAY (formerly Official PlayStation Magazine UK) and has written articles for many of the UK's other biggest gaming magazines including the likes of Edge, PC Gamer, and SFX.

Now, when he's not getting his greasy little mitts on the newest hardware or gaming gadget, he can be found listening to J-pop or feverishly devouring the latest Nintendo Switch otome.

Articles by: Dashiell Wood

The Switch 2 Zelda Ocarina Remake controller next to the full Switch 2 Zelda Ocarina Remake console in its dock

The Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console and controller pre-orders are now live — here's where you can grab them along with the Ocarina remake

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 8 September 26

This gorgeous hardware is absolutely going to sell out, don't miss it!

'They're doing some kind of dynamic pricing BS': Xbox Game Pass is being offered cheaper for some users, and Reddit thinks it knows why

By Dashiell Wood Published 8 September 26

Xbox is seemingly rolling out a dynamic promotion for lapsed Game Pass subscribers.

The best SD cards for Switch in 2026: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 7 September 26

Buying Guide This is our comprehensive guide to all of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards available to buy right now.

The Bigme B6 Color e-reader on a clean desk surface.

The Bigme B6 Color is a capable Kindle Colorsoft competitor — with one big flaw

By Dashiell Wood Published 7 September 26

This Kindle Colorsoft alternative beats Amazon's offering on value, but it still has some big shortcomings.

The Seagate Game Drive for PS5 on a blue background.

Best PS5 external hard drives in 2026: top picks to easily expand your PlayStation's storage

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 7 September 26

Buying Guide Here's our breakdown of the best PS5 external hard drives, from easy budget recommendations to flagship models.

Three Ananta screenshots, two showing its Eastern and Western city maps and the third a newly released character.

Ananta developer says free GTA 6 competitor's two massive maps will offer 'anything you’d want to do in a modern city' with countless districts to explore

By Dashiell Wood Published 7 September 26

Upcoming free-to-play open-world game Ananta will offer two gigantic cities to explore.

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From eating the elderly to selling kids, Afterworld gives you the freedom to do terrible things in the post-apocalypse — 'We shouldn't judge the player' says director

By Dashiell Wood Published 5 September 26

From eating the elderly to selling kids, Afterworld gives you the freedom to do terrible things in the post-apocalypse

'I worked for like 15 years on just Hearts of Iron and history, so you want to do something different' — Afterworld director explains the fantasy post-apocalyptic setting, and the pub trip that inspired the game

By Dashiell Wood Published 4 September 26

The director of Afterworld explains why he wanted to "do something different" to historical games.

The best gaming desk against a colored backdrop.

Best gaming desks in 2026: my picks for upgrading your gaming space

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 4 September 26

We've rounded up all the best gaming desks based on hundreds of hours of testing and review.

Director says Afterworld has 'some of the deepest simulation' of any Paradox strategy game — 'The idea is to drip-feed you until you're hooked'

By Dashiell Wood Published 2 September 26

We discuss the upcoming grand strategy game Afterworld with director Dan Lind.

Best gaming earbuds in 2026: immersive portable audio from Sony, SteelSeries, and more

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 2 September 26

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

A Let it Die banner on a promotional Let it Die image.

'That's how you actually end a live service' — this developer just shut down a free-to-play game by releasing an offline version with no microtransactions for fans to keep playing

By Dashiell Wood Published 2 September 26

Ironically, Let it Die is being kept alive after its live service shut down.

Best Xbox Series X headsets in 2026: our top picks for audio companions on Xbox

By Rhys Wood Last updated 28 August 26

Our definitive guide to all the best Xbox Series X headsets that are available to buy now.

Grand Theft Auto 6's 'Extended Look' on Netflix is now live — follow all the big GTA gameplay reveals live as they happen

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 27 August 26

Our first official look at what's going down in Vice City — featuring confirmed PS5 gameplay capture.

The best wireless gaming headsets in 2026: top products from SteelSeries, Razer, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 27 August 26

If you're after the best wireless gaming headsets on the market right now, then see our handy guide.

The best monitors for PS5 and PS5 Pro 2026: our top picks to make your PlayStation 5 games look their best

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 26 August 26

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.

Valve Steam Controller and 8BitDo Ultimate on a pink gradient background

Best PC controllers: top gamepads from Valve, 8BitDo, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 26 August 26

Our guide to everything you need to know about the best PC controllers that are available to buy now.

Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher 3 remastered and more

By Dashiell Wood Published 25 August 26

Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026.

A screenshot from our Gears of War E-Day hands-on built on PC.

Even just an hour with Gears of War: E-Day's explosive campaign left me hungry to fill more E-holes across its semi-open world

By Dashiell Wood Published 25 August 26

I’ve only played an hour of Gears of War: E-Day’s campaign and I’m already hooked on its stunning visuals and bombastic action.

The studio behind Crusader Kings and Hearts of Iron just revealed its first non-historical title in a decade — Afterworld is a new strategy game set in an original post-apocalyptic America

By Dashiell Wood Published 25 August 26

Paradox Interactive has revealed Afterworld, its next grand strategy game.

Best gaming consoles buying guide image featuring a PS5 Slim and Nintendo Switch 2 on an orange/indigo background.

Best gaming console in 2026: we've ranked top picks for pro gamers, retro fanatics, and family gatherings

By Dashiell Wood Last updated 25 August 26

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2026, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

The best VR headsets in 2026: VR gaming's top products from Apple, Meta, PlayStation, and more

By Rhys Wood Last updated 24 August 26

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

A screenshot showing armor-clad soldiers in Modern Warfare 4.

'A generational Call of Duty game' — After almost ten hours hands-on, I think Modern Warfare 4 could revolutionize the long-running series

By Dashiell Wood Published 22 August 26

Modern Warfare 4 is shaping up to be a generational Call of Duty experience if the ongoing beta is anything to go by.

The latest GTA 6 leak shows Vice City from above — and the level of detail is simply staggering

By Dashiell Wood Published 20 August 26

New GTA 6 leak shows an urban scale that I didn't even think was possible in games.

Artwork for a guide to the best gaming chairs

Best gaming chair: all tested, reviewed, and sat on by us

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 20 August 26

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

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