Zachary Boddy
Zachary Boddy (They / Them) is a Staff Writer for Windows Central, primarily focused on covering the latest news in tech and gaming, the best Xbox and PC games, and the most interesting Windows and Xbox hardware. They have been gaming and writing for most of their life starting with the original Xbox, and started out as a freelancer for Windows Central and its sister sites in 2019. Now a full-fledged Staff Writer, Zachary has expanded from only writing about all things Minecraft to covering practically everything on which Windows Central is an expert, especially when it comes to Microsoft.
For years, Zachary has developed their skills to become more adept at researching, interviewing, reviewing, and writing to always deliver industry-leading content and information to Windows Central readers. Zachary has worked closely with major video games industry members such as Mojang Studios, Obsidian Entertainment, Playground Games, and even Microsoft itself on interviews, reviews, and breaking news, has led site-wide coverage on important titles like Minecraft and Forza Horizon 5, and continues to provide unique editorial content on a variety of topics that can only be found on Windows Central. You can find Zachary on Twitter @BoddyZachary.
Latest articles by Zachary Boddy

ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) review: The lightest, longest-lasting AI PC around
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) amazed the entire Windows Central crew at CES 2025, and it really is an incredible, gorgeous AI PC. The models are confusing, though.

Dell UltraSharp 27 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor (U2725QE) review: Hard for me to give up
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Dell's 4K, 120Hz productivity monitor boasts an entire Thunderbolt USB hub, but it's also just a great display. This one will be difficult to replace on my desk.

Razer's Wolverine V3 Pro Xbox controller now comes in white
By Zachary Boddy published
Controllers Razer has released a white variant of the Wolverine V3 Pro, one of the best wireless Xbox controllers you can buy. It looks great, but even the grips are white.

The next Minecraft Live show is official with game and movie updates
By Zachary Boddy published
Minecraft Minecraft Live is coming back on Mar. 22, where we'll be able to learn about new Minecraft updates, the Minecraft movie, and more straight from the source.

I get to play with the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet, and it's totally awesome
By Zachary Boddy published
Laptops The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2025) is one of the most interesting new laptops of the year, packing AMD's most powerful hardware inside a 2-in-1 tablet design. It's awesome.

New Xbox Game Pass games (Mar. 2025): What's coming, leaving soon
By Zachary Boddy last updated
New to XGP As Xbox Game Pass grows ever bigger, I'm keeping careful track of the best new additions, upcoming arrivals, which games are leaving soon, and much more.

Alienware doubles down on QD-OLED with popular ultrawide refresh and more
By Zachary Boddy published
Monitors Alienware has announced seven new gaming displays spread across a range of panel types, resolutions, refresh rates, and price points. Two stand out from the rest.

VITURE Pro XR Glasses review: Serious about getting AR right
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Thoughtful design and a growing ecosystem have proven VITURE is serious about giving you more than just a private display with its VITURE Pro XR Glasses.

Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector review — Perfect sequel to a Game Pass gem
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Citzen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector is the long-awaited sequel to one of my favorite games ever put on Xbox Game Pass, and it's perfect (and also on Game Pass).

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i 14 (Gen 10) review: Can't take my eyes off this display
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i 14 (Gen 10) boasts one of the most impressive displays ever put into a laptop, and the rest of the device is also pretty great.

Best gaming chairs in 2025: The comfiest seats that supported our backs (and butts)
By Ben Wilson, Zachary Boddy last updated
Chairs I've picked the best gaming and office chairs that Windows Central has tested for the gamers, remote workers, and even your children for every budget and need.

Forza Horizon 5 cars: Full car list, new additions, DLC, gifts, and more
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Forza Cars Forza Horizon 5 is the largest and most ambitious entry in the franchise yet, and its car list reflects that. Here's every car in FH5, including DLC.

Don't buy Forza Horizon 5 again on PS5 just yet, it's missing one crucial feature
By Zachary Boddy published
Gaming Forza Horizon 5 is officially coming to PlayStation 5 on April 29, and that's great for the game. However, it's also missing a feature that hurts existing players.

The Minecraft movie's third trailer shows us that the Nether is invading
By Zachary Boddy published
Minecraft Warner Bros. and Mojang Studios have released the third trailer for the live action 'A Minecraft Movie,' with plenty of easter eggs and some serious story details.

I'm surprised it took so long for this Razer and Minecraft collaboration to happen
By Zachary Boddy published
Minecraft Razer has announced a new limited-edition Minecraft collection with four of its popular accessories decked out in Minecraft colors. All four products are available now.

I tested a Thunderbolt 4 hub that's built into a new monitor
By Zachary Boddy published
Monitors The Dell UltraSharp 27 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor is an excellent productivity-focused display with a feature I didn't know I needed — a full Thunderbolt 4 hub.

Razer Monitor Stand Chroma review: A great addition to my desk, but costly
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Razer Monitor Stand Chroma lifts your monitor, gives you some added shelf space, and provides extra USB ports... but it really costs this much for the aesthetics.

Razer Handheld Dock Chroma review: More ways to play, but is it worth it?
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Razer Handheld Dock Chroma is a docking station for all handhelds, and it's solid in most of the ways that matter. It's a little costly and a little imperfect.

Best gaming monitors 2025: All the best displays for every need and budget
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Gaming Monitors No matter your needs or budget, we have you covered with our list of the best gaming monitors for Windows PCs and Xbox consoles.

Dune: Awakening finally gets release date and preorder info, but not for Xbox
By Zachary Boddy published
Gaming Epic MMORPG Dune: Awakening finally has a confirmed release date, but it's only coming to PC via Steam at first. There's also a new character creator and benchmark tool.

Minecraft's spawn eggs are getting ridiculously cute in a new update
By Zachary Boddy published
Minecraft Mojang Studios has dropped a new Minecraft snapshot and beta that introduces cuter spawn eggs and more unique wolf personalities, all in the name of fun.

Lenovo's Yoga Slim 9i 14 and ASUS' Zenbook A14 are gorgeous
By Zachary Boddy published
Laptops I got both the Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i and ASUS Zenbook A14 in for review, and decided to share my first impressions of these two exciting Windows laptops.

You can now preorder ASUS' ridiculously powerful 2-in-1 detachable gaming laptop
By Zachary Boddy published
Laptops You can now preorder the ASUS ROG Flow Z13, which pairs a versatile 2-in-1 design with AMD's most powerful mobile hardware ever. It could be the best gaming tablet.
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