
Rosalie Newcombe
Hardware Editor at GamesRadar+, ever since I first held a NES controller in my hand I've been obsessed with gaming, and the hardware it runs on. I could hook up a NES and SNES to a telly, without instructions, before I could walk. Even now, nothing is more exciting then taking a console, or handheld, out the box for the first time and setting it up. This obsession transformed into a love of games and game music, which lead to my music degree and dream of becoming a Scottish Nobuo Uematsu. After sharing my love of games through music, I began to share my love through words on sites like TechRadar and iMore. This lead to becoming a Hardware staff writer for PCGamesN, and later the Senior Tech Writer for Dexerto, covering all things Steam Deck, PlayStation and Nintendo. With that experience, I was able to level up as Hardware Editor for GamesRadar+, where I'm still just as Nintendo, PlayStation and gaming tech obsessed as ever.
Latest articles by Rosalie Newcombe

I adore the Asus Evangelion PC line, but these anime series deserve the same treatment
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News There's no shortage of anime PC gaming accessories, but I'd renovate my entire gaming setup if these shows got some gaming tech.

Razer Blackshark V3 review - "a great-sounding mid-range step up from an already impressive headset lineup"
By Rosalie Newcombe published
Review Three is the magic number

I've played every Mario Party game in existence, but I'll be avoiding the Switch 2 version of Jamboree this week
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News Adding another Switch 2 box to my collection is tempting, but I'll be sticking with the original Super Mario Jamboree this week.

The best Xbox Series X headset in 2025
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up the best Xbox Series X headsets that money can buy right now, across all of the price spectrum.

These official Creeper thumbsticks are so comfy, I might just finally play Minecraft
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News KontrolFreek has teamed up with Minecraft to launch these Creeper Edition thumbsticks, and they might just convince me to finally become a Minecraft fan.

The best PC headset for gaming 2025
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Buying Guide Choosing one of these contenders for best PC headset for gaming is going to boost your gaming experience no end

No Donkey Kong Bananza isn't going to fill my Switch's storage, but my screenshots might
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News The Samsung microSD Express Card doesn't come cheap, but I can't imagine playing Donkey Kong Bananza without it.

Cheap Nintendo Switch game sales - all the latest deals in 2025
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Deals Want a bargain? You'll find the best cheap Nintendo Switch game sales right here.

The best Nintendo Switch 2 Micro SD Express Cards
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Nintendo Switch Micro SD Express Cards that will give you plenty of space for your brand new next-gen handheld.

For $30, this Switch 2 case is my knight in shining Nintendo armor
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News The Spigen Rugged Armor case has been the perfect Killswitch alternative while I wait for my new Joy-Con grip replacements.

The best Xbox Game Pass deals in July 2025
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Deals We're rounding up all the latest Xbox Game Pass Ultimate prices and deals for big savings on your membership.

These Switch 2 accessories made my first weekend with Donkey Kong Bananza so perfect, I can't wait to play more
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News Donkey Kong Bananza is a bunch more fun with these Switch 2 accessories.

Best gaming headset 2025 - the cream of the audio crop
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best gaming headsets on the market right now - no matter your budget or platform.

I've played over 100 hours of Marvel Rivals and have never pre-ordered an art book faster
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News The Art of Marvel Rivals book launching this September might finally be the trick to distract me from my favorite hero-shooter.

The Donkey Kong Bananza amiibo looks even better in person, and I can't believe it's still in stock
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News My Donkey Kong Bananza amiibo finally arrived, and it's already my favorite figure from the entire Switch 2 bunch.

I've been playing Pokemon for 26 years, but this Razer collab doesn't make me want to catch 'em all
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News Razer just launched a brand new Pokemon Collection of tech, but it doesn't spark the interest of this ancient fan.

Dbrand acknowledges "there are times where we absolutely bomb and f*ck something up" but is speeding ahead with Switch 2 Killswitch replacements
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News Dbrand is working hard at providing a solution to the Switch 2 Killswitch detachment issue, and I'm eagerly waiting for my replacement.

I own 50+ gaming headsets, but I'm still gobsmacked by the 300-hour battery life of the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News I hate having to remember to charge my tech, which is why I can't look away from the 300-hour battery of the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless headset.

The PlayStation Direct Summer Sale looks so tantalising, I think I've finally been convinced to get a new PS5
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News PS Direct is having a big summer sale, but only UK and EU Sony fans can get in on the PS5 savings.

The Ghost of Yotei PS5 is the comeback limited-edition Sony consoles deserve, but I want more
By Rosalie Newcombe published
Features The Ghost of Yotei PS5 makes me wish we had more limited-edition Sony consoles this generation.

This Switch 2 case made travelling so easy, I'm already planning my next trip
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News This Snakebyte Switch 2 case is essentially two cases in one, and I'm obsessed.

Nintendo just re-stocked some old amiibos in time for Donkey Kong Bananza, so I'm going to have to build a new shelf
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News I can't wait to use my Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo with my Switch 2, but the older DK toys-to-life collecticles are calling my name.

I'm bringing my Nintendo Switch 2 on vacation this month, here's every accessory I won't be leaving the house without
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News Out of all the Switch 2 tech I've tested, it's these five accessories that I won't be going on my summer vacation without this year.

My TV broke on one of my biggest gaming weekends of the year so far, but it was these earbuds that saved the day
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News The SteelSeries Arctis Game Buds saved me from a weekend of complete and utter boredom, and now I'm more obsessed with them than ever.

Changes to the Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 + 4 soundtracks might be a bummer, but these are my top 3 headset picks that'll still make it sound incredible
By Rosalie Newcombe published
News Out of all the gaming headsets out there, these are the top 3 I'd recommend taking for a ride with Tony Hawk Skater 3 + 4 this month.
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