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, Nokia invited Jez to MWC to watch them launch the Lumia 640. Enticed by the promise of free whiskey, Jez immediately leaped at the opportunity. Wholly impressed by the fact that there was someone else on Earth who loved Windows Phone more than he did, Windows Central editor Daniel Rubino saw Jez's excellent content from MWC and promptly offered him a job, and now 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 is now in the business of custom chocolate Xbox controllers, and YOU could win one
By Jez Corden published
Sweet Microsoft is partnering with Warner Bros. to celebrate the upcoming 'Wonka' reboot with an edible Xbox controller and custom Xbox Series X. And you can win one.
Despite its big OpenAI push, Microsoft's Bing search market share decreases year-over-year
By Jez Corden published
Bing Perhaps Microsoft should've asked ChatGPT how it can grow its search volume, because right now it seems Microsoft simply doesn't have a clue.
PSA: Avoid getting shadowbanned while running Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on an ASUS ROG Ally or Steam Deck
By Jez Corden published
RICOCHETED If you're planning to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on a Steam Deck or ASUS ROG Ally, it can be incredibly easy to be shadowbanned for this reason.
It's time to admit that Microsoft was right about the Xbox Series S — here's why
By Jez Corden published
Mighty S 8K UUHD with path tracing at 5000 FPS is great, but what if you only have $300?
As Microsoft blocks Xbox fighting game and disability accessories, XIM cheaters will escape the ban
By Jez Corden published
Invader Xim Microsoft has decided against banning XIM and Cronus cheaters from the new Xbox accessories rules, despite having the APIs to do so.
Will World of Warcraft ever come to Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch? Blizzard gives us an update.
By Jez Corden published
WoW on Xbox? Now that Microsoft owned Activision-Blizzard, the firm may be willing to invest in finally bringing the legendary, near-20-year-old MMO to consoles. Here's the latest info.
Blizzcon 2023 LIVE: All the latest news on Diablo 4, World of Warcraft, Overwatch 2, and more
By Jez Corden last updated
Blizzcon 2023 LIVE Blizzcon is finally back to its old-school format, and the news and festivities should be similarly exciting, with reveals for Diablo, Warcraft, Overwatch, and some potential surprises.
World of Warcraft 'The War Within' has a $90 early access preorder bundle, and it's incredibly out of touch
By Jez Corden published
War Within your wallet Yesterday's Blizzcon 2023 went off without a hitch, almost. Despite tons of exciting news, Blizzard still managed to drop the ball with this egregious $90 preorder bonus for the next expansion.
I do not want these massive, 90s-era Xbox Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 take-over pop-up ads to become the norm
By Jez Corden published
Call of Ads Microsoft now owns Call of Duty, and it wants you to know about it. A huge full-size takeover ad for Call of Duty now appears when Xbox Series X|S owners turn on their consoles.
I visited Climeworks in Iceland, where Microsoft is betting big on air-capture tech to offset its carbon emissions
By Jez Corden published
Climbing higher How does Climeworks do its Climework?
This visualization of Xbox's upcoming games roadmap is absolutely insane
By Jez Corden published
A huge list Now that Microsoft has finalized its acquisition of Activision-Blizzard, the full future roadmap for Xbox first-party games is just absolutely insane. Take a look at it here.
The Xbox app's new 'Compact Mode' is a step in the right direction for PC handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally
By Jez Corden published
App improved The Xbox app on PC is getting a lot better, and Microsoft has now turned its attention to improving things on handhelds like the ROG Ally and the Lenovo Legion Go.
How to use an Xbox One, Series X|S, or PlayStation controller with Nintendo Switch
By Jez Corden last updated
Switch it up A better Nintendo Switch controller with Xbox and Mayflash.
Xbox One X tech specs
By Jez Corden last updated
Xbox One X breakdown The Xbox One X is obsolete, but if you want to check its specs, go nuts. We have them right here!
Alan Wake 2 guide: How to get the shotgun
By Jez Corden published
How To Alan Wake 2's shotgun is locked behind a padlocked cabinet in Cauldron Lake's general store. Here's how to get it.
Why Thunderful Games is embracing Xbox Game Pass, and the future of indie development with Agostino Simonetta
By Jez Corden published
Thoughtful Thunderful Some thoughtful discussions with Thunderful Games.
Do you need to play Alan Wake 1 before playing Alan Wake 2? I say, yes.
By Jez Corden published
It's an ocean If you're wondering whether you need to play Alan Wake 1 before playing Alan Wake 2, here's why I think you really, really should.
Xbox leadership addressed Blizzard staff for the first time today, striving to earn the studio's 'trust'
By Jez Corden published
Blizzard Top Microsoft brass visited Blizzard today, and promised staff that it strives to be a company staff can "trust," and wants to help them make their dream games.
The official Xbox Series X|S Seagate storage card is 32% off, but time is running out
By Jez Corden last updated
Deal You can save huge amounts on Seagate's Xbox Series X|S expansion card during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
Xbox lights up Nevada with a huge installation at the Las Vegas Sphere ahead of a big marketing push
By Jez Corden published
Xsphere Xbox marketing is finally kicking it up a notch, starting with the gaudy but utterly impressive Las Vegas Sphere.
Two days later, Halo Infinite players have built a full Pokemon battle arena in Forge
By Jez Corden published
Halokemon Halo Infinite added a range of new features to its creative Forge tools with the launch of Season 5. Players are already building wild maps that are helping Halo Infinite live up to its namesake.
Readers sent us their wild hopes, dreams, and fantasies for the future of Activision-Blizzard and Xbox
By Jez Corden published
ABK+X With Xbox and Activision-Blizzard teaming up, we asked YOU what you wanted to see from this epic gaming partnership. Here's some of the common themes, craziest ideas, and brightest highlights.
With Activision-Blizzard and Microsoft finally together, Xbox has a huge opportunity
By Jez Corden published
To the moon Microsoft has cleared all hurdles in its efforts to buy the Call of Duty maker. What's next for Xbox? Here's what we know.