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
Remember Fallout Shelter? Bethesda does, and now there's an Elder Scrolls version coming soon to a phone near you
By Zachary Boddy published
TES Castles Bethesda Softworks has announced The Elder Scrolls: Castles, the spiritual successor to Fallout Shelter set in the TES universe. It's coming soon to Android and iOS.
Alienware's latest 27-inch gaming monitor can swap between a 4K resolution and a 360Hz refresh rate in moments
By Zachary Boddy published
Two Beasts The Alienware 27 4K Dual-Mode Gaming Monitor (AW2725QF) is a unique display that can switch between 4K @ 180Hz and FHD @ 360Hz in seconds.
The closest we're getting to Pokémon Legends: Arceus on Xbox Game Pass pleasantly surprised me
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Creatures of Ava is a new addition to Xbox and PC Game Pass that has you document and save the native wildlife of a dying planet, and I really enjoyed it.
The latest Minecraft: Bedrock Edition update has a changelog so long my finger hurts from scrolling
By Zachary Boddy published
Changecraft Mojang Studios has released Minecraft: Bedrock Edition 1.21.20, a new patch with a huge changelog of fixes and improvements.
Grounded gets updated everywhere with less crashes, unlinkable Microsoft Accounts, and better New Game+
By Zachary Boddy published
Better Everywhere Obsidian Entertainment has released a new patch update for Grounded on all platforms, including a number of fixes and improvements for the survival game.
New The First Descendant update makes playing the game less of a headache and teases a new Descendant
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Better Farming The First Descendant 1.07 is now rolling out to all players with the list of quality-of-life improvements we expected, plus some tweaks to Weekly Challenges.
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.
Forza Horizon 5 focuses on the cars we actually drive with four high-performance dailies in the latest update
By Zachary Boddy published
Daily Drivers Playground Games has detailed what's included in the next Forza Horizon 5 update: High-Performance Dailies. Expect four new cars and race tracks.
My 2023 game of the year is back from the brink of death and currently costs less than $8
By Zachary Boddy published
Chai's Back Microsoft has announced that Tango Gameworks and Hi-Fi RUSH have been saved from permanent closure, and the epic game is also on sale for $8.
New Xbox Game Pass games (August 2024): What's coming, leaving soon
By Zachary Boddy last updated
New to XGP Every month means new Xbox Game Pass games. Keep track of everything coming and going with our comprehensive guide.
The Alienware wireless mouse and keyboard duo that knocked Razer off my desk is enjoying a rare discount
By Zachary Boddy published
Deal Alienware finally cracked the code with its latest Pro Wireless Gaming duo of accessories, and right now you can pick up my personal mouse and keyboard for less.
Descenders Next promises to be way more than racing bikes downhill, and it's coming to Game Pass day one
By Zachary Boddy published
Next Descenders has amassed a massive community of passionate players, and its long-awaited follow-up has finally been announced with some epic upgrades.
Alienware x16 R2 review: I struggled to tell the difference, but the changes are good ones
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Review Dell has made a handful of small changes to the Alienware x16 with its second iteration, which make it a better laptop... But can it really compete with the best?
No, Woot! doesn't have the best Xbox Game Pass Ultimate deal to avoid the price hike — I know where you can save more
By Zachary Boddy published
Deal Woot! is currently discounting Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions, but you can still save even more by going through CDKeys, my personal choice.
I love my ROG Ally handheld, but the Lenovo Legion Go's larger screen, detachable controls, and discounted price are really tempting
By Zachary Boddy published
Deal The Lenovo Legion Go boasts a larger screen than other gaming handhelds and features detachable Switch-like controls, and right now it's $100 off.
The First Descendant already has a new update dropping two days after the last one, showing Nexon doesn't relax
By Zachary Boddy published
Already!? The First Descendant 1.06 is a minor hotfix built on the previous major content update released two days ago, but still features some important fixes.
HP knocking $400 or more off every flavor of NVIDIA RTX-powered laptop — 2-in-1, thin and light, gaming, enterprise, and more
By Zachary Boddy published
Deal Right now, HP is shaving $400 or more off several of its NVIDIA RTX-powered laptops, including 2-in-1s, business laptops, gaming machines, and more.
Xbox and Blizard detail Gamescom 2024 plans with hands-on demos, live shows, free prizes, and more on Avowed, Starfield, and Indiana Jones
By Zachary Boddy published
Xbox @ Gamescom Gamescom 2024 will give us new looks at dozens of games, and Xbox and Activision Blizzard will have big presences during the 3-day convention.
The First Descendant's biggest update ever brings a ton of new content and enough improvements to make Alpha cry tears of joy
By Richard Devine, Zachary Boddy last updated
Ultimate Update The First Descendant gets its first major content update for its pre-season, adding two new Descendants, a new Colossi, more weapons and modules, and a whole lot more.
Save $$$ and max out your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription with this new best offer
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal The best Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is now even better, dropping to a new low and saving you cash ahead of the upcoming price increases.
Why buy the expensive ROG Ally X when you could get the original gaming handheld for literally half the price?
By Zachary Boddy published
Deal The new ASUS ROG Ally X is a whopping $800, but right now you can get the original (still amazing) ROG Ally for literally half the price and still play your favorite games.
The VALORANT Xbox beta is now open to all players, with exclusive benefits for Xbox Game Pass subscribers
By Zachary Boddy published
Open Season After a few weeks of closed beta testing, VALORANT for Xbox is opening its doors to more players, with bonuses for Xbox Game Pass subscribers.
(Update) The First Descendant decides nerfing the best weapons and patching fun exploits is for lame live service games, adapts a different approach
By Zachary Boddy last updated
No Nerfs Nexon had committed to protecting player creations and discoveries in The First Descendant, but now it seems that Nexon told us wrong... Several times.
The First Descendant's next major content update is now coming even earlier, and we got our first look at the new Descendants
By Zachary Boddy published
Thirst Descendant Nexon has revealed that Update 5, the first major content update for The First Descendant, is now coming a day early (and showed off some of the content).
Xbox 360 Marketplace shutdown FAQ: store closing date, digital game sales & discounts, online servers, and other questions answered
By Zachary Boddy published
End of 360 The Xbox 360 Marketplace is sadly shuttering its doors after nearly two decades, and some classic games are set to disappear forever. Here's what you need to know.