Aleksha McLoughlin
Aleksha McLoughlin served as the Hardware Editor for GamesRadar from June 2021 until August 2022. Her main area of expertise was the PC gaming platform, which comprised buying guides, features, reviews, and news coverage on components and prebuilt machines. She was also responsible for gaming chairs and storage. She now works on a freelance basis while studying to become a university lecturer specializing in English for foreign territories. Prior to joining GamesRadar, she wrote for the likes of Expert Reviews, The Rory Peck Trust, No Clean Singing, Vinyl Chapters, and Tech Spark while also working with the BBC.
Latest articles by Aleksha McLoughlin
![Hori Fighting Stick Alpha review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CddoyqbdYAPs8QPi7FayA3-320-80.jpg)
Hori Fighting Stick Alpha review: "Ready for the next round of competitive play"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Hori Fighting Stick Alpha succeeds in being a fully featured fight stick for the PS5 and PC with responsive buttons, a stellar stick, and a customizable nature befitting the investment price.
![Rode Procaster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Mwh4iaTy4NxVJAxc5B6YJJ-320-80.jpg)
Rode Procaster review: "Premium broadcast quality sound and construction"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Rode Procaster is a powerful microphone aimed at broadcast professionals at a competitive price point.
![Hori Fighting Commander Octa](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H232idEpgosTNhKcKQuqwX-320-80.jpg)
Hori Fighting Commander Octa review: "Not quite a flawless victory"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Hori Fighting Commander Octa puts up a decent fight against the competition but doesn't quite come away with the perfect round finish
![UFC 278](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vMnXJ8fbK2iVJtMkHuFjRU-320-80.jpg)
UFC 278 PPV live stream: how to watch Usman vs Edwards 2 online
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How to watch We're showing you how to watch tonight's UFC 278 PPV live stream where you are in the world
![Streamplify Complete Bundle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rmXLNa3bNZz4LtqmBpNF5F-320-80.jpg)
Here's how you can win a complete streaming setup worth £370
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Sponsored Win big with the Future Games Show
![Where to buy RTX 3050](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7C95rHvw5a8hEypnKizkGD-320-80.jpg)
Where to buy RTX 3050 - stock updates and availability in August 2022
By Jasmine Mannan published
RTX stock We're showing you where to buy RTX 3050 graphics cards this August 2022
![Amanda Nunes UFC 277](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xs9xworknxHaTnxTzk9sJ8-320-80.jpg)
UFC 277 PPV live stream: how to watch Peña vs. Nunes 2 online
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
How to watch We're showing you how to watch tonight's UFC 277 PPV live stream anywhere in the world
![How to build a gaming PC](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3GSuBKNavEqQzQNbZHGhNB-320-80.jpg)
How to build a gaming PC in 2022
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
How To We're showing you how to build a gaming PC in our step-by-step illustrated guide. We go through all the components, and what you'll need to put together the rig of your dreams
![FS 360 Armrests MX review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/u8fUugwXCvByKWqEWuEEjA-320-80.jpg)
FS 360 Armrests MX review: "An essential accessory for Mavix gaming chairs"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review
![Razer Wolverine Ultimate Tournament Edition](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2iRXEzSaMsG5JEVLskGC2Y-320-80.jpg)
Razer Wolverine Tournament Edition: "A great Esports controller if you can still find it"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review
![Noblechairs Icon TX review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w5rv5aFqM9fXgFT3GyhfpS-320-80.jpg)
Noblechairs Icon TX review: "Fabric comfort doesn't come cheap"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review
![Acer Predator Triton 500 SE review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZGsNK6ritjRdiVskNYPrn-320-80.jpg)
Acer Predator Triton 500 SE review: "A complete 1440p powerhouse"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Acer Predator Triton 500 SE boasts an impressive screen and high-end specs, but does it do enough to justify its asking price?
![CyberpowerPC Warrior review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DELFEHVDuYLAPM7FHok2tG-320-80.jpg)
CyberPowerPC Warrior Review: "Serviceable at what it does"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The CyberPowerPC Warrior is a budget build through and through that mostly lives up to its humble aspirations right now, but could struggle in the near future
![Patriot Viper VPR400 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dacgP5DiPWYMQ57R3gADo8-320-80.jpg)
Patriot Viper VPR400 review: "Flashy, but not fast enough"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Viper VPR400 is an attractive NVMe SSD, there's no getting around that, but it doesn't perform well enough to justify its high price tag.
![Hit Box review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6ytPJ3JuK7cmubFTfA9tcJ-320-80.jpg)
Hit Box review: "A new way to play"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Hit Box is a revolutionary controller for anyone wanting to get involved in the fighting game scene without using a controller or dedicated pad
![Nexigo N970p review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/76QgKz8MFnDqSMk9caDV9e-320-80.jpg)
Nexigo N970p review: "A sharpshooter for streamers and video conferencing"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Nexigo N970p is a decent performer with great visuals, solid built-in microphones, and light e-PTZ functionality.
![Joby Wavo Pod review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DScwvbZmsSk3VuC9Pn5Tin-320-80.jpg)
Joby Wavo POD review: "Compact but capable"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Joby Wavo POD is a competitively priced and surprisingly powerful compact USB microphone that's ideal for anyone starting out in the streaming world
![Blue Yeti review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fnCfz5GsbQTGE556gbYXvi-320-80.jpg)
Blue Yeti Microphone review: "Earns its reputation for streamers"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Blue Yeti Microphone remains one of the most popular USB models of all time for a good reason. Affordably priced, premium construction, and a wide variety of pickup options included
![Rodecaster Pro II review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uutWHcqYwFQ4RKPRdy7MC4-320-80.jpg)
Rode RodeCaster Pro II review: "An encompassing solution for all creators"
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
Review The RodeCaster Pro II innovates on the original model as an all-in-one powerhouse interface and audio production studio.
![Newegg graphics card deals](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/69S8XPRemJaAwm2xbV7JgT-320-80.jpg)
Newegg undercuts Prime Day graphics card deals with the best RTX 30 series prices we've ever seen
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Deals Newegg is eager to steal the limelight from Amazon with some of the best graphics card deals we've ever seen as part of the Fantastech sale
![Rode PodMic review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QUdwkL7MgYczE6MZpE6x4o-320-80.jpg)
Rode PodMic review: "Excellent sound quality at an aggressive price point"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review The Rode PodMic is one of the best microphones for streaming. Priced at just $99, it's also one of the best value propositions for a professional-grade streaming setup this year, too.
![Rode NTH 100 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HjFB83zSMzon2v45N7K9XQ-320-80.jpg)
Rode NTH-100 review: "Some of the best headphones I've ever used"
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
Review Rode enters the headphone market with its first-ever pair, the NTH 100, which end up being some of the best on the market, too