Latest articles by Zachary Boddy
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.
I went to see the one company actually delivering useful AI features — not just promising them
AI During HP Amplify 2025, I saw HP's bold vision for AI PCs rapidly manifest into reality, with the company actually delivering and refining useful AI features.
Here's every Minecraft announcement from Minecraft Live (Mar. 2025)
Minecraft Mojang Studios just wrapped up the latest Minecraft Live event, so here's everything it announced about Minecraft, the movie, and more in one convenient place.
You can catch exclusive footage of 'A Minecraft Movie' from Minecraft Live
Minecraft Mojang Studios used Minecraft Live as an opportunity to talk about 'A Minecraft Movie,' including sharing a brand-new clip and sharing some new updates on the movie.
Minecraft is finally getting the visual upgrade we've been wanting for years
Minecraft During Minecraft Live, Mojang Studios announced the "Vibrant Visuals" update for Minecraft, which will finally introduce a new look for the long-running game.
Minecraft Live (Mar. 2025): How to watch, dates and start times, and what to expect
Minecraft Live Minecraft Live officially returns in Mar. 2025. Here's when the show airs, how you can watch it, and even some of what you can expect from the announcements.
Celebrate 'A Minecraft Movie' with new McDonald's Happy Meals (and special sauce)
Minecraft 'A Minecraft Movie' is mere weeks away from release, and you can celebrate with new McDonald's Happy Meals, in-game DLC, Twitch Drop rewards, and more.
I found out Assassin's Creed Shadows makes you unlock gear upgrades, so here's how to find the quest
Gaming Assassin's Creed Shadow is a massive action-RPG, which means a lot of gear to collect. You have to complete a specific quest to upgrade or customize it, though.
Can you play Assassin's Creed Shadows on ROG Ally and other gaming handhelds?
Gaming Assassin's Creed Shadows is the latest flagship title from Ubisoft, and it's a truly massive action-RPG. Here's how it plays on gaming handhelds like Steam Deck.
Razer Aether Standing Light Bars review: More smart lights, but not as worth it
Review The Razer Gamer Room is now a little bigger with the Aether Standing Light Bars, but their hollow construction and growing port/outlet requirements put me off.
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2025) review: For the nerds, but probably not for you
Review The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2025) is incredibly fun with absurd levels of power and some truly unique capabilities, but most people can do better.
Dell UltraSharp 27 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor (U2725QE) review: Hard for me to give up
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
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
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
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.
Alienware doubles down on QD-OLED with popular ultrawide refresh and more
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
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
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
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.
