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
The best 8K TVs for gaming 2024: UHD displays of the future
By Steve May last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up the best 8K TVs going right now so you can future-proof yourself for gaming, entertainment, and sports in one handy screen-shaped package.
Razer speakers guide 2024: desk-bound audio never looked so good
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.
Corsair MP600 Elite review: "Managed to scrape past the read speeds of the FireCuda 530"
By Duncan Robertson published
Review The Corsair MP600 Elite gives Samsung, WD Black, and Seagate a run for their money with this top-performing drive. It's pretty good value for a new SSD too.
PowerA Advantage Controller review: "Someone put RGB eyeliner on a controller"
By Duncan Robertson published
Review If you're a fan of RGB lighting, you need to know about the Lumectra version of the PowerA Advantage controller for Xbox Series X and PC.
Shure SM7dB review: "There's simply no place to hide with a mic this good"
By Duncan Robertson published
Review The Shure SM7dB is the latest update to the world's most iconic podcasting and content creation microphone. It may be the final word in audio, but it's pricey.
I bought this cheap gaming mouse as a holdover. Three years later, I still use it every day
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals I've been using Tecknet's wired gaming mouse for three years now, and its value for money has been astounding.
Exclusive promo code can save you over $100 on brand new AndaSeat Kaiser 3 Pro
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals The AndaSeat Kaiser 3 has a new "pro" model, and the brand is offering an exclusive 10% promotional code through GamesRadar.
Yamaha ZG02 Streaming Mixer review: "Aesthetics aren't the only thing that disappoints"
By Duncan Robertson published
Review The Yamaha ZG02 streaming mixer does the basics well, but its design choices and software prevent it from doing much more than that.
Best gaming TV in the UK 2024
By Rob Dwiar last updated
Buying Guide We're rounding up the very best gaming TVs that you can buy this year, from premium picture givers to brilliant budget options.
Upgrading your SSD? Dragons Dogma 2 is free with these select Crucial drives
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals Dragon's Dogma 2 is free with select purchases of Crucial products at eBuyer right now. Here are the best deals we'd recommend from the offer.
Preview: The new Riffmaster Guitar controller is great, but lacks a classic Guitar Hero feel
By Duncan Robertson published
Preview PDP's new Riffmaster Guitar Controller's pre-order stock disappeared quickly. I went hands-on with it to see what's in store for its April launch.
Farewell North is like Okami meets Flower, and it's set in the Scottish Highlands
By Duncan Robertson published
News A game of fetch has never been more colorful
The Nitro Deck makes your Switch immune to stick drift, and it's discounted in Amazon's Spring Sale
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals The CRKD Nitro Deck is one of the best Nintendo Switch controllers, and it's currently on offer for Amazon's Spring Sale.
Meta Quest 3 and PSVR 2 are both on offer in Amazon's Spring sale - which should you buy?
By Duncan Robertson published
Deals The Meta Quest 3 and PSVR 2 are both excellent VR headsets for gaming, but with both discounted in Amazon's Spring Sale right now, which should you buy?
These PS5 controllers are perfect for Helldivers 2, and they've never been cheaper
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal The best PS5 controllers are great for Helldivers 2, even if you play on PC. A few of them are even going cheap right now thanks to Amazon's Spring Deal Days.
If PSVR 2's production has been paused, these are the big reasons why
By Duncan Robertson published
Opinion According to new reports, Sony has paused PSVR 2 production due to slow sales - here are the slip-ups I think led us here.
Two of my favorite controller brands are joining forces, I just hope it doesn't end it tears
By Duncan Robertson published
News Turtle Beach has announced an acquisition of one of its biggest rivals in the controller market, PDP. While this could mean great collaboration, I'm skeptical.
The National Videogame Museum's CEO says a digital-only future represents "a fundamental loss of important cultural material from our time"
By Duncan Robertson published
Features I went on a visit to the UK's National Video Game Museum and spoke to its co-CEO about hardware preservation, digital ownership, and the site's future.
Secretlab Monster Hunter edition chairs are here, and their adorable Palico cushions are killing me
By Duncan Robertson published
News Secretlab has revealed its Monster Hunter collection, which celebrates the 20th anniversary of the legendary video game franchise.
The Acer Predator Orion X just got its first price drop
By Duncan Robertson published
Deal The Acer Predator Orion X is brand new, but it's just seen a substantial £500 price drop. Admittedly, it's still expensive, but here's why I'd recommend it.
T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 review: "You have to nit-pick to detail this memory's faults"
By Duncan Robertson published
Review T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 RAM doesn't do an awful lot to stand out from its rivals, but that makes it every bit as viable as more expensive memory from bigger brands.
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