Jez Corden
Fresh out of high school, Jez enjoyed a long career unemployed as a World of Warcraft dragon slayer. After slaying every dragon WoW had to offer at the time, he eventually stumbled into an I.T. support role for a small company smack in the middle of the good old United Kingdom. While in this role, Jez encountered his first "tech fanboys," people who inexplicably get so deep into tech that they start rooting for them, much like a sports team. One day, Jez picked up a Windows Phone on a whim — and little did he know it would eventually land him a role as a managing editor for the biggest Windows-focused site in the world! "This is actually pretty cool," he thought, watching the Windows Phone 8.1 tiles flip and cycle, followed by a "wow!" upon discovering the games therein had actual Xbox achievements baked in as standard. "I must tell the world about this," he resolved and began blogging during "breaks" at work. As one of the few people on Earth who actually actively used and enjoyed using a Windows Phone, Jez swiftly gained a small following, a job offer from Daniel Rubino at Windows Central, and the rest is history! Since joining Windows Central, Jez turned his workaholism and restlessness to producing masses of world-exclusives on the Microsoft ecosystem. From the existence and spec sheet of the Xbox Series S, to unannounced Xbox features and games, Jez also has a wealth of expertise in producing analysis on the Microsoft platform and its future direction. An active user of Windows 11, Surface devices, Xbox consoles, Xbox cloud gaming, and beyond, Jez's role as managing editor is to ensure that Windows Central remains the #1 destination for all news, reviews, and analysis pertaining to the Microsoft ecosystem.
Latest articles by Jez Corden
Microsoft has officially revealed its June 2024 Xbox Games Showcase, followed by [redacted] (probably Call of Duty) reveal
By Jez Corden published
Revealed The latest Xbox Games Showcase has been revealed, complete with a mysterious [redacted] follow up event. Dropping on June 9, 2024, at 10AM PT. What could this mysterious redaction be?
BlizzCon is skipping 2024 in favor for multiple global events to showcase World of Warcraft, Diablo's expansion, and more
By Jez Corden published
Blizzcon Will Return BlizzCon is skipping 2024, but it will return some day too. For now, Blizzard is bringing their show on the road instead.
If Microsoft really IS bringing Steam, Epic Game Store, etc. to Xbox consoles, it needs to answer these big questions
By Jez Corden published
Big questions Microsoft has already opened one Pandora's (X)box, and now they've been teasing opening another: bringing Steam and Epic Game Store to its Xbox consoles.
Demand for Apple's HoloLens-like Vision Pro has fallen 'well beyond' expectations. I am shocked. Not really.
By Jez Corden published
Apple Vision No Remember the Apple Vision Pro hype from a few months ago? Me neither. Seems nobody else does either, since according to a new report, nobody actually wants to wear a $3000 computer on their face.
'We know that we have a lot of work to do on new player acquisition,' Blizzard discusses the World of Warcraft new player experience, and plans to improve it
By Jez Corden last updated
World of Newcomers World of Warcraft is an amazing game, at least for veterans. For newcomers, it's almost impossible to get into. As the player base ages, how does Blizzard plan to address getting new blood into Azeroth?
What does Microsoft's big NetEase-Blizzard partnership mean for Xbox? An analysis.
By Jez Corden published
Xbox ❤️ NetEase Daniel Ahmad of Niko Partners offers us some insights: After a fairly high-profile bust up, NetEase and Microsoft have once again returned Blizzard franchises to the Chinese region. But what does it all mean?
Microsoft's Xbox has taken over Sony's PlayStation Store 🤯
By Jez Corden published
Xborg In news that might've seemed impossible ten years ago, PlayStation's storefront has been overtaken by arch rival Microsoft.
I played the alpha for World of Warcraft's next big expansion — here are my thoughts on the biggest changes
By Jez Corden published
The War Within Delves, Hero Talents, and the Earthen dwarves take center stage in World of Warcraft: The War Within.
S.P.E.C.I.A.L. — Fallout 4's perks list and character stats to build the best character
By Jez Corden published
Perks If you're jumping into the Wasteland, you'll need to know how to spec out your character, so let this handy guide help you on you way.
Apple's dumb reasons for selling $1099 laptops with 8GB RAM proves why you should just buy a Windows laptop instead
By Jez Corden published
8PPLE Apple thinks that 8GB RAM is enough for most people, even in their MacBook Pro line, according to a new interview. This is why you should just get a Windows laptop instead.
What does Xbox's 'biggest technological leap' future goal actually mean? An analysis. 🤔
By Jez Corden published
Here's how Microsoft is moving forward on a plan to make its future Xbox platform more versatile than ever across Windows PC, cloud gaming, and consoles.
EXCLUSIVE: Xbox President Sarah Bond has set up a new team dedicated to game preservation and forward compatibility
By Jez Corden published
Bond, Sarah Bond Per emails confirmed to be genuine by Microsoft, Xbox President Sarah Bond has set up a new team dedicated to ensuring Xbox games can be played on all sorts of future hardware.
Legendary Xbox CVP Kareem Choudhry is leaving Microsoft, and Xbox growth plans accelerate
By Jez Corden published
Changes incoming Kareem Choudhry is exiting Microsoft after 26 years, following a successful run at the company, working on everything from Outlook to Kinect, to cloud gaming, and cutting-edge Xbox AI tech.
On Xbox's growing pains, and its strange future
By Jez Corden published
X-Zone Xbox has more opportunities than ever but also more challenges than ever.
Xbox's automated 'moderation' systems are pathetic and need to be scrapped — we pay for this
By Jez Corden published
Ex-Box Microsoft wants to be a gaming company, but it doesn't really take its job seriously. Its automatic moderation tools keep permanently banning players for no reason, and it's not acceptable.
The follow up game from the team behind 'Ori and the Will of the Wisps' is already hauntingly spectacular
By Jez Corden published
No Rest for the Previewer No Rest for the Wicked launches in early access this April 2024, for Windows PC. And I recently got to play it. Something special this way comes.
Dragon's Dogma 2 guide: Quest walkthrough for 'The Nameless Village' and finding the Thief Maisters
By Jez Corden last updated
Endless, Nameless Court intrigue ahead.
19 must-read Dragon's Dogma 2 tips and tricks the game does not tell you (spoiler-free)
By Jez Corden last updated
Dogma Tips Dragon's Dogma 2 beginner's tips: I put over sixty hours into Dragon's Dogma 2 so far, and here are some spoiler-free quick tips to help you avoid some major mistakes I made while playing.
Dragon's Dogma 2 'The Sorcerer's Appraisal' and 'Spellbound' mage maister quest guide: talk to Myrddin, and get Maelstrom and Meteoron
By Jez Corden last updated
Find the tomes In this Dragon's Dogma 2 guide, we'll walk you through the quest "The Sorcerer's Appraisal," which leads you to acquiring the "Maelstrom" signature spell for Sorcerer players.
Xbox has reached an agreement with 'Crash Bandicoot,' 'Spyro' dev Toys for Bob for their new game
By Jez Corden published
Toys for Xbox EXCLUSIVE: Toys for Bob known for handling "Crash Bandicoot" and "Spyro" is now working with Microsoft on their first game since going independent.
Dragon's Dogma 2 guide: 'Prey for the Pack' walkthrough, where to find Rodge
By Jez Corden published
Rodger that In this latest Dragon's Dogma 2 guide, we'll detail how to find Rodge and complete the quest 'Prey for the Pack.'
Dragon's Dogma 2 walkthrough: 'A Beggar's Tale' quest guide and optional outcomes
By Jez Corden published
A strange fellow Dragon's Dogma 2 walkthrough: 'A Beggar's Tale' is a side quest at the early stage of the game, with some potentially lucrative rewards. Here's what you need to know.
Dragon's Dogma 2 The Stolen Throne guide: How to get formal raiment and what to do at the masquerade
By Jez Corden published
Masquerading Get ready for the masquerade.
Dragon's Dogma 2 review: This is, without a doubt, one of Capcom's best ever games — but many won't 'get it'
By Jez Corden last updated
Review This game rewards the patient, creative, and the curious, across dozens of hours of deep RPG combat in one of the most impressive open worlds ever designed.
What does 'Moniker' mean in the Dragon's Dogma 2 character creator? Here's your answer.
By Jez Corden last updated
Dragon's Moniker In Dragon's Dogma 2 Character Creator, players can set their characters up with a "Moniker," alongside a name. If you've been wondering what that means, look no further.
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