Latest articles by Alex Berry
The Thrustmaster T248R is making me question where a sim racing wheel with no direct drive and no modular wheelbase fits in the market in 2026
Review The Thrustmaster T248R addresses some of its predecessor's most discussed issues, and the result is a decent mid-range bundle for new sim racers.
The Maono PD200W microphone has XLR, USB, and wireless connectivity in one convenient package
Review Maono is breaking new audio ground with the PD200W Hybrid - USB, XLR, and wireless connectivity in the same microphone.
Turtle Beach's KD3 sim racing bundle suffers from the same game compatibility issues as its predecessor, but there's a lot to like about its hardware
Review The Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race KD3 should be a compelling mid-range direct drive racing wheel, but poor console compatibility holds it back.
I tried Logitech's latest sim racing gear, and the RS50 might be the new Championship Leader
Review For a majority of sim racers, it’s not going to come much better than the Logitech RS50. Just make sure you’re getting the best value bundle before checkout.
Nacon's first attempt at sim racing hardware is so good that I'm not sure it's charging enough for it
Review Nacon has nailed its first attempt at a racing wheel, and it's done it in a way that could disrupt the entire sim racing space.
AndaSeat Novis review: "AndaSeat’s least expensive chair may well be its most comfortable"
Review The AndaSeat Novis caters to the side of the market that struggles to afford the $500 price tag that most gaming chairs easily charge, and it works a treat.
T-Force A440 Lite 2TB review: "Kept its cool under strain"
Review The T-Force A440 Lite gets you some speedy gaming storage without coming in more expensive than a lot of the Gen 4 competition.
WD Black C50 2TB review: "Imperceptibly similar when compared to the Series X internal drive"
Review Official expansion cards like the WD Black C50 are highly sought after since there are few ways to increase the storage of the Xbox consoles.
Logitech G RS Wheel Hub review: " Takes the excellent G Pro to an even greater place"
Review The Logitech G RS Wheel feels like the built-out racing ecosystem that the brand's G Pro wheelbase promised years ago.
Playseat Formula Instinct F1 Edition review: "A sign you’re taking sim racing seriously"
Review It's hard to say whether the Playseat Formula Instinct F1 Edition is "better" than this brand's other cockpit chairs, but it's easily just as good.
Moza R3 review: "Feels far more true to life than other entry-level options"
Review The Moza R3 is our kind of wheel because it offers a lot of value for money, as well as the potential for upgrading later on.
Pimax Crystal Light review: "Not the right choice for pickup-and-play VR gaming"
Review The Pimax Crystal Light has some of the most stunning VR visuals around. Sadly, its bulky size and build quality prevent it from keeping up with today's market.
BEACN Studio review: "For creators running a dual-PC loadout, there’s a lot to love here"
Review Backed by BEACN’s powerful audio processing and management software, the Studio makes it simple to sound your best.
AndaSeat Kaiser 4 review: "Should you sit elsewhere?"
Review The AndaSeat Kaiser 4 has a lot going for it, but its manufacturing issues and design options leave a lot to be desired.
Razer Facial Interface review: "A more immersive, light-blocking fit"
Review Razer's facial interface for Quest 3 has lovely, soft cushioning that cools your face as you're playing. Annoyingly, its price makes it difficult to recommend.
Razer Adjustable Head Strap for Quest 3 review: "Gave my skull a comforting, nylon cuddle"
Review Razer's adjustable head strap for Meta Quest 3 is nice and comfortable, simple to install, and fit to your head. It's a shame about the price, though.
Logitech Yeti GX review: "Holds its own without threatening to steal the show"
Review The Logitech Yeti GX carries over the plug-and-play utility we know from previous Blue microphones, but content creators will find better value elsewhere.
Shure MV7+ Podcast Mic review: "It’s almost effortlessly good"
Review The new Shure MV7+ has unmatched utility as a dual-connection mic. Besides a few minor bumps along the road, this is one of the best mics on the market for any content creator.
Elgato Facecam MK2 review: "When you find the sweet spot, the Facecam MK2 can look great."
Review The MK2 brings forward a lot of great features from the previous Facecams, and it's a solid value option in the 1080p aisle.
VelocityOne Race review: "There are promising signs, but it needs to overcome some rookie errors"
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Hercules Stream 200 XLR review: "It all feels half-baked"
Review Like its smaller sibling, the Hercules Stream 200 XLR misses the mark. It delivers clean audio, but it isn't the utility belt gadget streamers want.
Hercules Stream 100 audio controller review: "A little bit empty"
Review Average build quality, software limitations, and other issues let the Hercules Stream 100 down. If you can spare more money, there are better mixers out there.
