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
The legendary actor playing Minecraft's Steve in the upcoming 2025 live-action movie has now been confirmed
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Minecraft Movie Jack Black has confirmed via a video on Instagram that he will be playing the role of Steve in the upcoming live-action Minecraft movie alongside Jason Mamoa.
Looking for a new mousepad? Razer's latest decides that you need MORE RGB in your life, and I'm into it
By Zachary Boddy published
RGB Pad Razer has announced the Firefly V2 Pro, a pro-grade premium gaming mousepad that boasts full-surface Razer Chroma RGB lighting and an extra USB port.
New Xbox Game Pass games (April 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.
Another Xbox game lands on PlayStation and Switch today, letting you live A Bug's Life in a hostile backyard
By Zachary Boddy published
You're Grounded Grounded from Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox Game Studios is launching on PlayStation and Switch consoles today, letting a lot more players explore the Backyard.
This five-port 240W charging hub can charge everything on my desk at once, even my laptops
By Zachary Boddy published
Review I've been using Baseus' 240W five-port charging hub for weeks now, and it has handled all of my charging needs without complaint.
I took Razer's premium backpacks to GDC 2024, and their quality and attention to detail surprised me
By Zachary Boddy published
Review I used the Razer Rogue Backpack V3 (both 14 and 16-inch variants) at GDC 2024, and came away impressed by the quality of these bags.
Want more Fallout after the TV show? Play all seven main Fallout titles on PC for the price of one AAA game — and get your own mini nuke, too
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Anthology With the Fallout TV show inspiring a resurgence in Fallout player numbers, now's a great time to pick up the epic Fallout S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Anthology.
Accessibility, sustainability, empathy, and how to build a better games industry
By Zachary Boddy published
Better Games At GDC 2024, I saw many developers and speakers stand behind the same three themes that I want to see change game development for the better.
The newest version of Lenovo's legendary business laptop is simultaneously a blast from the past and a taste of the future
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is redesigned for a new generation of Intel CPUs, and it's a gorgeous, ultra-portable laptop with some familiar features.
The best PC gaming headset that I still use every day now has an Xbox version, and it's awesome
By Zachary Boddy published
Hands On My favorite wireless gaming headset finally has an Xbox version, and it's just as good as I was hoping. Oh, and you can buy it now.
Botany Manor for Xbox review: A calming, planting, exploring, Xbox Game Passing adventure
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Balloon Studios' debut game is a quaint, relaxing puzzle-exploration game centered around plants, and it's a brilliant way to spend an afternoon.
Best Xbox controller chargers 2024: Batteries, charging stations, and docks
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Xbox Power Ups The Xbox Wireless Controller uses AA batteries by default, but these are the best charging accessories to ensure your controller is always ready for action.
Razer Blade 18 (2024) hands-on: More power, more volume, more thunder(bolt)
By Zachary Boddy published
Thunder Blade Razer has updated its highest-end Blade with new internals, new refinements, and new tricks. I went hands-on, and here are my first impressions.
"We are absolutely actively looking for developers." Behind the scenes with some of the first games from Xbox's new Global Expansion team
By Zachary Boddy published
New Games During GDC 2024, I was able to sit down with Agnes Kim, Director of Global Expansion at Xbox, and previewed some upcoming ID@Xbox games.
AI in gaming dominated GDC 2024, and some of it actually won this skeptic over
By Zachary Boddy published
AI in Gaming AI is the latest buzzword that you can find practically everywhere, along with plenty of controversy. At GDC, though, I saw potential uses that actually interested me.
Minecraft 1.21 update FAQ: Release window, features, mobs, snapshots, and other questions answered
By Zachary Boddy last updated
FAQ Mojang Studios has announced the Minecraft 1.21 content update, which will bring new mobs and features to the game later this year. Here's everything you need to know.
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 editions & add-ons: Where to buy, pricing, DLC, car packs, and more
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Cars Galore Here's everything you need to know about buying and playing Forza Horizon 5, including its editions, optional DLC, pricing, and more.
Minecraft is upping the challenge in the upcoming 1.21 update, and it's looking rather... Ominous
By Zachary Boddy published
Bad Omens Mojang Studios has announced yet another new feature coming to Minecraft with the upcoming 1.21 update, dubbed Ominous Trials.
The next Forza Horizon 5 update is just about to kick off, giving players who race together a shot at up to 10 new cars
By Zachary Boddy published
Race-Off Playground Games are about to kick off Forza Horizon 5 Race-Off, the next content update bringing new community challenges, more EventLab props, and 10 new cars.
Dune: Awakening preview: Making me a fan of the universe and the MMORPG genre
By Zachary Boddy published
Awakening Dune: Awakening is an upcoming survival-MMORPG set in the Dune franchise, and my early preview actually made me excited about the full game.
My time with NVIDIA at GDC showed me exactly why the massive tech company seems unstoppable right now
By Zachary Boddy published
NVIDIA @ GDC I spent time with NVIDIA at GDC 2024 with some one-on-one demos and also explored the rest of the convention. NVIDIA was everywhere, and for good reason.
Xbox is working to bring a lot of great games to the platform this year, and I got to play some of them early
By Zachary Boddy published
Xbox Gems During GDC 2024, I attended an ID@Xbox preview event, where I could play demos and speak with developers about upcoming Xbox games.
Grounded's arrival on more platforms is marked by its FINAL content update and a physical collector's edition
By Zachary Boddy published
Fully Yoked Obsidian Entertainment has detailed the Fully Yoked update for Grounded, the final content update bringing tons of new content to the game on all platforms.