Duncan Robertson
One of my earliest memories is playing SuperMario64 and wondering why the controller I held had three grips, but I only had two hands. Ever since I've been in love with video games and their technology. After graduating from Edinburgh Napier University with a degree in Journalism, I contributed to the Scottish Games Network and completed an Editorial Internship at Expert Reviews. Over the last decade, I’ve been managing my own YouTube channel about my love of games too. These days, I'm one of the resident hardware nerds at 12DOVE, and I take the lead on our coverage of gaming PCs, VR, controllers, gaming chairs, and content creation gear. Now, I better stop myself here before I get talking about my favourite games like HUNT: Showdown, Dishonored, and Towerfall Ascension. Location: UK Remote
Latest articles by Duncan Robertson

8BitDo just launched its new Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller - and it's leaving Hall effect thumbsticks in the dust
By Duncan Robertson published
News 8BitDo's latest controller has just launched, and it's only the third-ever gamepad to feature brand-new TMR thumbstick technology.

I review gaming PCs for a living, these are the RTX 5070 builds I'd pre-order today
By Duncan Robertson published
News RTX 5070 and 5070 Ti gaming PCs are up for pre-order. I've found the best deals and builds for you to consider if this is the upgrade you've been waiting for.

The best PS4 SSD for 2025: Improve load times and boost your storage
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Buying Guide Take a half step toward next-gen hardware with one of the best PS4 SSDs.

This gadget has transformed my gaming time and the way I create YouTube content, and it was never designed to do either
By Duncan Robertson published
Features The reMarkable 2 has changed my gaming time and content creation for the better, and in ways I never expected. Here's why I now couldn't go without it.

The new Scuf Valor Pro for Xbox and PC is wired only, because that's "most people's preferred method of play"
By Duncan Robertson published
News Scuf just launched a new pro controller for Xbox and PC, but while it's one of the brand's most affordable products yet, it's missing some major features.

Hear me out, this discounted RTX 3050 gaming PC has more futureproofing than you think
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal I didn't think I'd be recommending an RTX 3050 gaming PC in 2025, but this Newegg deal is the same price as a PS5 Pro, and it might be a better investment.

WD Blue SN5000 4TB review: “A cheat code for gamers who want 4TB of extra space without breaking the bank"
By Duncan Robertson published
Review The WD Blue SN5000 is the first content creation drive I’ve found that I would actually buy for myself versus the gaming competition in the same capacity.

Newegg Presidents' Day sales 2025: all the best deals available now
By Tabitha Baker last updated
Deals We're rounding up all the best Presidents' Day sales happening at Newegg, including gaming desktops, laptops, and components.

Civilization VII, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and an SSD for no extra cost? I suddenly want to upgrade my CPU with this bundle
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal You don't often see gaming bundles as good as this Newegg one, which gets you an Intel Core i9-14900K CPU, a 1TB SSD, Civ VII, and Assassin's Creed Shadows.

The DualSense Edge is back to its Black Friday price, but that doesn't mean what you think it means
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal This DualSense Edge discount is laughable, but it makes me slightly optimistic we'll see better deals soon.

Secretlab's most affordable chair is back to its cheapest-ever price thanks to Presidents' Day
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals The Secretlab Titan Evo Lite is back to its Black Friday price thanks to Presidents' Day, which is the lowest price ever for this chair.

GameSir Tarantula Pro review: “This is the pro-DualShock 4 I’ve always wanted”
By Duncan Robertson published
Review I’ve always been a stan of the DualShock 4, and the GameSir Tarantula Pro feels like it’s been made exactly for gamers like me.

The best Razer speakers 2025: punchy RGB-clad audio for your gaming desk
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying guide Razer is always an excellent choice - here is our guide to the best Razer speakers on the market in 2024.

GameSir is one of my favorite controller brands, but I hope it changes one thing in 2025
By Duncan Robertson published
Opinion GameSir launched more than 10 new gamepads last year. With a stacked 2025 ahead of it, I really hope to see this one change from GameSir's upcoming products.

This isn't a gaming chair for everyone, but its discounted price sure is
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal Corsair's TC500 Luxe gaming chair is seeing a $95 discount in the US, but with an antique design and a major flaw, is it for everyone?

AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: “There's some really decent performance to have here without spending extra money on a 3D V-Cache option."
By Duncan Robertson published
Review The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G doesn’t quite have the legendary status of its X3D cousins, but its single-core performance makes it capable of standing up to them.

The latest gaming chair from Boulies comes with an extendable recliner, and its price may surprise you compared to Secretlab's
By Duncan Robertson published
News Boulies has made a new version of its Master Series chair, and it comes with a recliner as well as a few other refinements.

The best Xbox One accessories for 2025
By Rosalie Newcombe last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best Xbox One accessories to keep your console feeling young and fresh in 2025.

Elgato's Wave microphones are getting some big quality-of-life changes thanks to a new software update
By Duncan Robertson published
News Elgato's Wave Link software 2.0 launches today, and it's bringing some quality-of-life wins to the brand's microphones and some bonuses for software users.

The Riffmaster Guitar controller for Fortnite Festival is seeing a rare discount, but I don't expect it to last for very long
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal The Riffmaster guitar controller for Fortnite Festival is seeing a discount right now for both PS5 and Xbox, although I don't expect it to last long.

With RTX 4070 gaming PC deals like this, who needs the RTX 50 Series?
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal The RTX 50 Series gaming PCs are starting to arrive, but they're so expensive. With 40 Series machines at this price, who needs the new generation?

Should you buy XR glasses or a VR headset in 2025?
By Duncan Robertson published
Should you buy Depending on your needs, a VR headset or a pair of XR glasses might suit you better, so which should you buy? Let me run you through the differences.

RTX 50 Series gaming PCs are available now at Maingear, Best Buy, and Newegg
By Duncan Robertson last updated
News RTX 50 series PCs are now available, here's where you can buy new-gen gaming PCs rocking the RTX 5080 and 5090.
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