Latest articles by Zachary Boddy
New Xbox Game Pass games (Apr. 2025): What's coming, leaving soon
Xbox Game Pass 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.
You can get 43% off a brand-new QHD, 240Hz, HDMI 2.1 gaming monitor with this coupon
Deal INNOCN, a popular brand for gaming monitors on Amazon, has released a new 25-inch, QHD, 240Hz, HDMI 2.1 display — and you can already save 43% with a coupon.
Does the Lenovo Legion Go S' first major sale make this gaming handheld worth it?
Handhelds The Lenovo Legion Go S disappointed me in my review, but its first major sale does beg the question: is it now worth buying? Almost, but I have some thoughts.
Best Xbox gaming keyboards in 2025
Gaming We've compiled a list of the very best Xbox gaming keyboards to pair with your current-gen Xbox Series X|S console, for more control in-game.
BenQ beCreatus USB4 Gaming Handheld Dock (GR10) review: I just wish it was bigger
Review BenQ's USB4 mobile gaming dock is a great choice for those who need more bandwidth, but it's sadly too small to benefit some of the devices that can actually use it.
Keychron K4 HE keyboard review: Hall Effect magnets can make all the difference
Review The Keychron K4 HE is an impressive custom keyboard with unique Hall Effect magnetic switches, and it's one of my favorites that I've had on my desk.
Best Xbox controller chargers in 2025
Accessories Tired of using AA batteries for your Xbox Wireless Controller? Don't miss these nifty charging accessories that'll keep your gamepad juiced up.
Assassin's Creed Shadows review: 112 hours to tell you Ubisoft cooked with this one
Review I still wasn't sick and tired of Assassin's Creed Shadows after sinking 112 hours into it. This is one of Ubisoft's best and a 2025 game-of-the-year contender.
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro wireless mouse review: So good, it's actually boring
Review HyperX has followed up its amazing Haste 2 wireless mouse with a new, higher performance Pro variant that's just as good — so good it's honestly a little boring.
The best flight sticks for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Gaming Introducing a joystick to your Microsoft Flight Simulator experience further adds to the realism, and I've rounded up the best you can buy.
I got to see more of trippy sci-fi adventure 'The Alters' and other upcoming Xbox games
Xbox During an exclusive preview event, I was able to see more of five upcoming Xbox games, with three coming to Game Pass on day one (including The Alters).
Best Xbox headsets in 2025 — from a 10 year headset reviews expert
🎧 Xbox 🎧 The Best Xbox headsets in 2025, updated with the latest and greatest for your ears and KDR.
Razer Blade 16 (2025) review: Does a redesign and RTX 50-series put it back on top?
Review Razer finally redesigned its iconic Blade 16 gaming laptop, moving to AMD for the first time and kicking off a new NVIDIA generation. I put it to the test.
Razer Rogue Backpack V3 review: One of the best laptop bags I have ever used
Review I've used the Razer Rogue Backpack V3 for a year now, and this is still the best laptop bag I've ever entrusted all my tech to. It's a great buy at this price.
ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) review: The lightest, longest-lasting AI PC around
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.
Here are the best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing in 2025
PC Gaming The best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.
HP EliteBook X 14 (G1a) laptop review: Yeah, I've become a big HP fan
Review Enterprise laptops are supposed to be boring, but that didn't stop me from falling in love with the chunky, powerful HP EliteBook X 14, and AMD-powered AI PC.
You can actually craft new mines in Minecraft with this April Fool's Day update
Minecraft Mojang Studios has released Craftmine for April Fool's Day, a real update that lets you, well, craft mines. This is a limited time snapshot that's available now.
I trace my nerdom to Xbox and Van Halen as Microsoft turns 50
Microsoft @ 50 As Microsoft celebrates 50 years, I look back at the origins of my nerdom, starting with the original Xbox and one of the first albums I ever owned.
Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW2725Q) review: 240Hz and maximum pixel density
Review Alienware's 27-inch, 4K, 240Hz OLED gaming monitor brings the latest tech to a smaller size, and it's a great display that also undercuts a lot of the competition.
A future Minecraft update will include flat world presets and a better way to find your friends
Minecraft Mojang Studios is testing a variety of new features for a future Minecraft update, including presets for creating flat worlds and a better way to find your friends.
The latest Minecraft update has arrived, and we already know what's coming next
Minecraft During the recent Minecraft Live, Mojang Studios unveiled the "Spring to Life" game drop, and it's already available. We know what the next update is, too.
Minecraft 'Vibrant Visuals' upgrade: Side-by-side comparisons, and everything you need to know
Minecraft Mojang Studios has announced the Vibrant Visuals update for Minecraft, the long-awaited graphical overhaul. Here's everything I know, with some comparisons.
