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, Jez swiftly gained a small following, a job offer from Daniel Rubino at Windows Central, and 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
How to give your Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One a Static IP address
By Jez Corden published
Static-X Sometimes you may need to give your Xbox a Static IP address to solve issues with NAT typing. Here's how you can set a Static IP address on your Xbox console using your home Wi-Fi or wired router.
How to get Open NAT on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One with port forwarding
By Jez Corden published
Open dat NAT Getting an Open Nat can vastly improve your Xbox experience. Microsoft's Xbox platform has a big multiplayer focus, and ensuring your network is properly set up for this can vastly improve your experience if you're struggling with strict NAT messages.
This excellent designer imagined what Windows Phone would look like in 2024, and it makes me sad
By Jez Corden published
W11M Microsoft killed its phone platform a few years back, but that doesn't mean we can't dream. A designer on Twitter (X) recently offered some concepts for a "Windows 11 Mobile" that never was.
Just FYI, your 'Genshin Impact' pulls are funding a tokamak nuclear fusion reactor, and it has now been ignited 🔥
By Jez Corden published
A real impact PC game dev MiHoYo has invested millions into fusion reactor tech, and now they've turned it on.
Hotly anticipated 'Black Myth: Wukong' is delayed on Xbox Series X|S — and now, Microsoft has responded
By Jez Corden published
Wukong Update Black Myth: Wukong for Xbox Series X|S seems to be a myth of its own, at least for now.
Elden Ring DLC 'Shadow of the Erdtree' has a major problem with the Steam Deck, but a fix is coming
By Jez Corden published
Elden Deck If you're encountering issues running Elden Ring on a Steam Deck, you're not alone.
Microsoft has begun sending out refunds for both the Xbox and Steam versions of the Redfall 'Bite Back' Edition
By Jez Corden published
Redfall Shortfall Xbox is refunding owners of Redfall's doomed "Bite Back Edition," which contained DLC that has been cancelled in the wake of the developer's closure. Here's what you need to know.
'Monster Hunter Wilds' preview: Why this is the most impressive game I saw at SGF 2024, and a clear GOTY 2025 contender.
By Jez Corden published
Into the Wilds Monster Hunter Wilds preview: A spectacular behind the scenes look at the next Monster Hunter game has me convinced that the franchise will be a game of the year contender in 2025.
The best Xbox games of all time: Our picks for the top games should play on Xbox Series X|S in 2024
By Jez Corden, Alexander Cope published
Best of the Best What are the best Xbox games to play right now? They're right here, that's where — in our comprehensive roundup of the best and brightest the gaming industry has to offer.
Elgato Facecam MK.2 review: Pack it up folks, Elgato is on the verge of perfecting the webcam.
By Jez Corden published
Review Elgato Facecam MK.2 review: Elgato's rapid iteration is yielding big results, de-throning Razer as my preferred webcam solution.
Elden Ring: How to use Incantations
By Brendan Lowry, Jez Corden last updated
Get Casting Elden Ring incantations are incredibly useful and powerful spells, but it's not immediately clear how you can actually cast them. Here's what you need to know about using them.
Watch Apple BRUTALLY roast Microsoft's spectacular Windows Recall AI failure
By Jez Corden published
Apple gets snarky Microsoft's Windows Recall PR disaster continues, with Apple delivering some snarky body blows during this WWDC talk. Take a listen here.
Will Gears of War: E-Day have multiplayer? What about Gears 6? The Coalition gives us some hints at the future.
By Jez Corden published
E-bae We caught up with The Coalition to learn all about Gears of War: E-Day in this new interview.
Xbox's 'Sea of Thieves' dominates PlayStation's sales charts in North America and Europe
By Jez Corden published
Sea of PlayStations Rare's oceanic adventure "Sea of Thieves" charts a new course, dominating the sales charts on PlayStation 5.
Fallout 76 interview: Discussing crossplay, mods, Skyline Valley, Nuclear Winter, and the future with Bethesda
By Jez Corden published
76 questions (almost) We caught up with some of Fallout 76's lead developers to learn more about the future.
RECAP: Xbox Games Showcase 2024, Summer Game Fest, ALL new game trailers, and more
By Jez Corden last updated
Not-E3! Don't call it E3! Welcome to our live coverage of Summer Game Fest 2024, complete with everything new announced at SGF, Xbox Games Showcase 2024, and much more.
Microsoft just made its best-ever pitch for the Xbox ecosystem
By Jez Corden published
Xbox ascending Xbox just had one of its best showcases, maybe ever. However, the cloud of its multiplatform strategy still hangs in the wings of the conversation.
This revived free-to-play shooter is like Call of Duty and Battlefield had a baby, and it's coming to literally EVERY platform
By Jez Corden published
Let's Delta Delta Force has risen from its grave, bringing large-scale tactical warfare to consoles, PC, mobile devices, and beyond.
Report: Microsoft is 'considering' bringing its flagship Xbox IP to PlayStation for the first time, but will it?
By Jez Corden published
HaloStation? Will Halo cross over to bluer pastures? That's up for debate, according to this report.
Playing World of Warcraft on NVIDIA GeForce Now with bad hotel Wi-Fi has me convinced that it's dark magic — can Xbox keep up?
By Jez Corden published
GeForce WoW World of Warcraft is available now in NVIDIA GeForce Now, playable via the cloud. But how viable is it? The answer is very, very viable. Can Xbox's cloud keep up?
The enormity of Microsoft's Windows Phone shut-down mistake is becoming increasingly clear in the AI era
By Jez Corden last updated
AI woes Microsoft has an Apple-shaped AI nightmare on its hands, as OpenAI realizes the limits of partnering with Microsoft.
We're getting a Lenovo Legion Go 'Lite' — Lenovo is potentially working on a more affordable PC gaming handheld
By Jez Corden published
Travel Lite If you fancy yourself a Lenovo Legion Go, there might be a cheaper version around the corner.
The next DOOM is called 'DOOM: The Dark Ages,' with a medieval feel — and it's coming to Xbox, Windows, and PlayStation
By Jez Corden published
DOOMED Slated for the Xbox Games Showcase 2024 on June 9, 2024, DOOM: The Dark Ages takes the series to a medieval setting.
Why this mind-warping sci-fi game has instantly become my most anticipated Xbox / PC title — and it's coming to Game Pass too
By Jez Corden published
Alternate history The Alters is coming to Xbox Game Pass, and here's why you should put the spiritual successor to 'This War of Mine' at top of your most anticipated Xbox and PC games list.
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