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
Black Friday's end hasn't quieted this deal for a ridiculously loud soundbar
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal The BlueAnt Soundblade Under-Monitor Soundbar is meant to live on your desk and fill your office with noise, and now it's at a price that's easy to recommend.
I already spent my money, but dbrand's storewide sale is persisting
By Zachary Boddy last updated
dbrand❤️ I told myself I wouldn't buy anything this Black Friday, but I couldn't say no to saving on the best case for my favorite PC gaming handheld.
The most affordable Xbox handheld this Cyber Monday isn't what you'd expect
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal The Razer Edge is still heavily discounted past Black Friday and into Cyber Monday, making it the most affordable Xbox handheld still worth buying.
My faith has been slightly restored by the new Minecraft movie trailers
By Zachary Boddy published
Movie Madness 'A Minecraft Movie' recently got two new trailers that I totally missed, but after watching them my faith in the movie has been slightly restored.
All you need to know about buying gaming handhelds like the ROG Ally for Black Friday
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Handheld Deals I use my ASUS ROG Ally X every day, making me one of the best sources of info for securing a PC gaming handheld of your own this Black Friday.
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i (Gen 9) Aura Edition review: Not quite the Intel slam dunk I expected
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i (Gen 9) is a very well-rounded premium mid-range laptop with some great features, but Intel's latest hasn't completely won me over.
Help, I let RGB lights take over my entire office, and I'm still not a good gamer
By Zachary Boddy published
RGB FTW I redid my office setup with all the RGB lighting I could lay my hands on, and it didn't make me a better gamer. At least my setup looks amazing now.
Avowed hands-on preview: Proof that I, at least, will love this game
By Zachary Boddy published
Preview I was given the opportunity to play Obsidian Entertainment's upcoming Avowed again, this time the opening hours, and came away impressed with what I saw.
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% review: Making me a keyboard enthusiast
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% is Razer's most customizable, expensive, and best-sounding keyboard ever, and it may have made me an enthusiast.
You don't have to pay $200 to get the best Xbox controller, as long as you don't mind a wire
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition is the wired variant of the V3 Pro, and it's still an excellent controller with an attractive price.
Razer Kraken V4 Pro review: A headset that vibrates, but at what cost?
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Razer Kraken V4 Pro is Razer's most premium wireless gaming headset, and it is excellent even before you consider the built-in haptics. Is it worth the price, though?
Best PCs for sim racing 2024: Pre-built desktops for Forza, iRacing, Assetto Corsa, and more
By Zachary Boddy last updated
PC Racing The best gaming PC for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.
Razer's latest docking station promises better performance for your wireless peripherals
By Zachary Boddy published
USB4 Power The Razer USB4 Dock is official, and it costs less than Razer's Thunderbolt 4 dock while costing less, while also having a dedicated port for your wireless dongle.
Best Xbox controllers in 2024: Razer, GameSir, and more — Who comes out on top?
By Jennifer Young, Jez Corden, Zachary Boddy last updated
Game On! Get the best Xbox controller to make the most of your gaming time
I played Xbox's greatest failure to see if it's as bad as everyone says
By Zachary Boddy published
Deadfall I finally played Redfall from Xbox and Arkane to see if it's really as bad as everyone says it is... And I wasn't surprised to find that no, it isn't.
The ROG Ally just reached the best price I've ever seen at Best Buy
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal The ASUS ROG Ally has hit the lowest price we've ever seen ahead of Black Friday, but only at one retailer (and who knows for how long).
The first update for Xbox's new strategy game is a huge improvement
By Zachary Boddy published
Better Ara Oxide Games has released the 1.1 update for Ara: History Untold, which addresses many of my complaints with some major additions and improvements.
There's more than a movie bringing Minecraft into our world, but this experience requires *you*
By Zachary Boddy published
Minecraft Experience I sat down with two of the people behind "Minecraft Experience," a real-world interactive Minecraft attraction that you can go visit right now in Dallas.
It's cheaper than ever to customize your Secretlab chair with Arcane, World of Warcraft, or Dragonball skins
By Zachary Boddy published
Lite Work Secretlab has released SKINS Lite, a more affordable way to customize your TITAN Evo, now with new versions for Arcane, World of Warcarft, and Dragonball.
It'll cost $900 to get the best handheld with maximum storage, but there's one way to save
By Zachary Boddy published
Super Storage The ASUS ROG Ally X is about to get a new variant with an absurd 2TB of SSD storage that'll cost $900, but Best Buy is giving buyers one way to save already.
Amazon Prime memberships FAQ: Benefits, costs, deals, and more
By Zachary Boddy published
Prime Time Here's everything you need to know about Amazon Prime memberships, including how much it costs, what benefits you get, and how to take advantage of exclusive deals.
Neva review: A genuine work of art... Yes, I cried
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Nomada Studio has followed its incredible GRIS with Neva, an all-new story that ramps up the gameplay and production value to stunning effect.
FH5 just became Forza Halo 5 with its latest update (oh, and there are new Porsches)
By Zachary Boddy published
Forza Halo Playground Games has detailed the next Forza Horizon 5 update coming next week with four new Porsches and a whole lot of Halo goodies, including music.
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