Duncan Robertson
Ever since playing Journey at the age of 15, I’ve been desperate to cover video games for a living. After graduating from Edinburgh Napier University with a degree in Journalism, I contributed to the Scottish Games Network and completed an Editorial Internship over at Expert Reviews. Besides that, I’ve been managing my own YouTube channel and Podcast for the last 7 years. It’s been a long road, but all that experience somehow landed me a dream job covering gaming hardware. I’m a self-confessing PlayStation fanboy, but my experience covering the larger business and developer side of the whole industry has given me a strong knowledge of all platforms. When I’m not testing out every peripheral I can get my hands on, I’m probably either playing tennis or dissecting game design for an upcoming video essay. 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
The best portable monitors for gaming 2024
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're running down the top contenders for best portable monitor across the price and quality spectrums.
The best 4K monitor for gaming 2024: Superb UHD screens for console and PC
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best 4K gaming monitor options in 2024, including high refresh screens and displays that'll pair nicely with your PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
How we test gaming chairs and desks at 12DOVE
By Duncan Robertson published
Hardware A breakdown of how we at 12DOVE test gaming chairs.
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G review: “The best value 4K processor out there”
By Duncan Robertson published
Review I’ve always argued that the majority of gamers don’t actually need 7 or 9-level desktop processors. The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G takes that argument to a new level.
I’m usually skeptical about full-body VR controllers, but this new chair could change that
By Duncan Robertson published
News Roto VR has revealed a VR gaming chair with look-and-turn technology, as well as full-body haptics. Here’s why I’m quite optimistic about it.
How we test gaming PCs at 12DOVE
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Review Guide Here's a look at how we test gaming PCs at 12DOVE to make sure you're buying a rig that's worth the cash.
How we test SSDs and hard drives at 12DOVE
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Hardware A breakdown of how we test and review SSDs and hard drives at 12DOVE
Best PS4 external hard drives 2024: The best HDD and SSD options
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide Forget deleting games, the best PS4 external hard drive will mean you never run out of space. Here are our tried and tested top picks.
The best Xbox One external hard drives in 2024
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Hardware With one of the best Xbox One external hard drives, you'll never have to delete a game again
Best external hard drive for gaming 2024 - give your storage a boost
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Hardware We've rounded up the best external hard drives for gaming in 2024 to help you get the space you need
The best PS4 monitor 2024 - the perfect panels for PlayStation 4
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best PS4 monitor options available in 2024, including affordable 1080p screens and premium models that'll also pair nicely with the PS5.
Where to pre-order the Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense Controller
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Pre-order The Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense Controller is available for pre-order, here's where you can get stock.
I hope gaming chair brands get over their mesh phase, because it’s making them needlessly expensive
By Duncan Robertson published
Opinion Has anyone else noticed that mesh gaming chairs have become a mainstay lately? While I’m not a lover of them, I can’t wrap my head around their lofty price tags.
This PS5 SSD comes with a £35 PSN voucher right now, but you don’t have long to make the most of it
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals Crucial’s PS5 SSD is on sale at eBuyer right now, and you can get a free PSN wallet top-up if you buy it right now.
Best ultrawide monitor 2024: Big and wide gaming displays
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best ultrawide monitor options available right now, including speedy gaming screens and OLED panels that will dominate your desk.
The best Xbox One accessories for 2024
By Tabitha Baker last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best Xbox One accessories to keep your console feeling young and fresh in 2024.
Best green screen 2024: top canvas kits for streaming, photography, and more
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide In need of one of the best green screens for your streaming or content creation setup? We've rounded up the best ones to help you decide which to get.
Best ring lights for streaming 2024: perfect lighting for going live
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide One of the best ring lights for streaming will instantly transform your streams, videos, and meetings - all with just one purchase
Best webcam 2024: look sharp when you're streaming or working from home
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Buying Guide We're running you through the best webcams available to give you choices for streaming and video conferencing.
Best QLED TV 2024: our favorite quantum dot displays for gaming
By Steve May last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best QLED TV options on the market right now, including premium panels by Samsung and cheaper alternatives by TCL and Hisense.
The best Xbox Game Pass deals in August 2024
By Duncan Robertson last updated
Xbox Game Pass We're rounding up all the latest Xbox Game Pass Ultimate prices and deals for big savings on your membership.
Razer Kishi Ultra review: “I actually feel bad for not calling it my favorite”
By Duncan Robertson published
Review The Razer Kishi Ultra is probably the most comfortable mobile controller out there, but that doesn’t automatically make it the best.
Best graphics card 2024: Top GPU options for every PC build
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up the best graphics card options available now, including Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPUs that cater to gaming PC players across the board.
Best standing desk 2024: Switch from seat to feet
By Phil Hayton last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best standing desks that you can buy in 2024, including premium and budget options for working at home and playing PC games.
My favorite controller alternative is getting a sequel, and I couldn’t be more excited
By Duncan Robertson published
News Azeron’s Cyborg keypad is one of my most beloved gaming accessories, so I’m very excited to report that a new version with USB-C and Hall Sensor technology is now available.
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