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
![Angry farmer with a Microsoft logo background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pWRjPDRfzbKR5LodtPeLx5-320-80.jpg)
Apparently, Microsoft and Azure have made an enemy of the Dutch farming community
By Jez Corden published
Azurely not Microsoft's "hyperscale" data centers are coming under increasing scrutiny, as Azure seeks global AI dominance.
![Starfield ship planet orbit](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mFupnGGxd2cSXKbVTfac5a-320-80.jpg)
Starfield hits a huge milestone on its journey to join Xbox's most successful games
By Jez Corden published
Into the stars Starfield has hit 1 million players across PC, Xbox, and cloud, according to a new tweet from Xbox's Phil Spencer.
![Starfield Xbox Series X Wrap](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KexZMfjZ38uEFBvoTe8zEH-320-80.jpg)
The Starfield Xbox Series X custom wrap opens up a galaxy of possibilities
By Jez Corden published
Starfolds Starfield Xbox Series X wrap: is it worth it? This high-quality wrap opens up a universe of customization possibilities for the Xbox Series X.
![Minecraft RTX Screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fL3cfyk4DZnSjc8xiWM59L-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft responds to rumors of an upgraded Minecraft for Xbox Series X|S
By Jez Corden published
Mine Despite announcing it with a big-budget musical, Minecraft has never been upgraded for current-gen consoles. Looks like it won't be for a while either.
![Starfield Review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/67xa29T6DNVxfTYRmYXLiZ-320-80.jpg)
Starfield review: An absolute triumph that takes the brilliance of Bethesda storytelling to the next level
By Jez Corden last updated
Review A mighty slow burn — Bethesda rewards the faithful with one of Microsoft's best exclusive games in over a decade.
![Starfield creepy NPC](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LKjN4kDF7A3nEB2DbkXwvE-320-80.jpg)
Someone added horror music to Starfield's uncanny NPCs — and it's terrifying
By Jez Corden published
Starfreaks Starfield's ambient NPCs have some of the creepiest eyes in gaming history. What if they were even creepier?
![Xbox dashboard with OneDrive integration](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mAxKAgHHVHxE5DGNmneC35-320-80.jpg)
First look: Xbox finally adds OneDrive integration for storing gameplay clips
By Jez Corden published
Xbox OneDrive Xbox gets automatic OneDrive uploads after almost a decade of requests. Here's a video showcasing how it all works.
![Todd Howard from Bethesda](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mzwaHDmSjRxCZw6J8Azt93-320-80.jpg)
EXCLUSIVE: Read the internal memo 'Starfield' director Todd Howard just shared across Microsoft, Xbox, and Bethesda
By Jez Corden published
Toddfield EXCLUSIVE: The legendary producer, director, and game designer just shared this Xbox / Bethesda-wide memo on Starfield's development and future.
![Gamescom 2023 best Xbox and PC games](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AMsk7VdC8ZnaDutAxdSv5j-320-80.jpg)
The top 7 Xbox and PC games I saw at Gamescom 2023
By Jez Corden published
Best of Gamescom A bright gaming future awaits.
![French flag on Microsoft Edge](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bvkSNZ6tjXPWCnYg86CkU3-320-80.jpg)
France hopes to force Microsoft Edge and others to censor websites at a browser level
By Jez Corden published
On the Edge The French government is pushing a bill that could destroy the free internet, and could force Microsoft and others to act as government censors.
![Starfield player with creature.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/85cg3AZK2yBpBKUBSyQztW-320-80.jpg)
Starfield does have a major problem, and it's not the Xbox frame rate (Update)
By Jez Corden published
Universal Translator needed Starfield has finally been fully detailed, and it looks absolutely incredible. But sadly, millions won't be able to play the game owing to localization choices by Bethesda and Microsoft.
![Lenovo Legion Go](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NzgVM7LokFyKRZLUJm5tQF-320-80.jpg)
Exclusive images of the 'Lenovo Legion Go' Windows-based Steam Deck competitor have leaked
By Jez Corden published
Lenovo Switch Lenovo Legion Go: Lenovo is working on a PC gaming handheld, and it looks pretty rad. For those who like the ASUS ROG Ally or the Steam Deck, you may need to pay attention to this one.
![Pixel dude holding up an Xbox Series S logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5jtWrQnYAMXVxEwj8emHRa-320-80.jpg)
Xbox fans debate whether Microsoft should drop the Xbox Series S 'feature parity' clause
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Series Split The Xbox Series S is struggling to keep up with some features which has led to the delay of a very high-profile game.
![Xbox gamer in the clouds with Xbox Series X console](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FnTAiRzBfS5QzrLfxfzRBD-320-80.jpg)
PlayStation won the console war, will Xbox let them win cloud gaming too?
By Jez Corden published
ex-Cloud Microsoft has made some internal changes to its Xbox Cloud Gaming team, and reduced server allocations for several regions. Meanwhile, Sony PlayStation is about to ramp up.
![World of Warcraft](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MLpWrDLy7p2kxxCcUBhzZ5-320-80.jpg)
Not enough people are talking about this game-changing upcoming Xbox feature
By Jez Corden published
PC on your Xbox A new feature that portents World of Warcraft, Heroes of the Storm, and more coming to Xbox.
![Baldur's Gate 3](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2TjMMWphdiQYxvjXFB3Nn4-320-80.jpg)
Baldur's Gate 3 is defying game industry trend-chasers — and is being rewarded for doing so
By Jez Corden published
Based Gate 3 Baldur's Gate 3 battle passes, micro-transactions, always online, and confusing pre-order editions? Larian said no, and gamers are rewarding them for it.
![Microsoft patent for modular HoloLens](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GWsRGHtG2YYc6aTCjJNV3H-320-80.jpg)
HoloLens 3? Microsoft has patented a new modular HMD that could be more affordable
By Jez Corden published
HoloLens 3? Is this HoloLens 3? It's hard to say, but it's interesting that Microsoft is still exploring head-mounted mixed reality devices.
![Baldur's Gate 3 with Xbox Series X|S](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/izaC2FaHDUTmFBH5LVh7Lc-320-80.jpg)
When will Baldur's Gate 3 come to Xbox, and why isn't it here yet?
By Jez Corden published
Xboxgate 3 Baldur's Gate 3 is, right now, exclusive to Windows PC and PlayStation consoles. Will Baldur's Gate 3 come to Xbox? When will Baldur's Gate 3 come to Xbox? Here's what we know.
![Xbox Cloud Gaming queues](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/U9Fr7AKFvQ2fvZuALjgrnK-320-80.png)
Xbox Cloud Gaming is seeing increased queue times as demand surges
By Jez Corden published
Rain Clouds As Microsoft grapples with regulators over its cloud business, the platform is seeing increased queue times, likely due to Grand Theft Auto V — or is it?
![Windows Xbox app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZYiHdWkVpe855bjqJaFovn-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft is killing the Xbox Companion App for Windows — why that's a bit annoying
By Jez Corden published
Xbox DVR woes The Xbox Companion App for Windows 10 and 11 is dead, leaving functionality on the cutting room floor as well in the process.
![The Lenovo Legion "Play."](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/saYuihn4Z9fKp6Tb7HQpSN-320-80.jpg)
EXCLUSIVE: Lenovo is working on a Windows PC gaming handheld called the 'Legion Go'
By Jez Corden published
Lenovo and Go Another Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally competitor enters the fray.
![Phil Spencer on stage at Final Fantasy FanFest](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/coJAbYBuPSa7JxtPUfun5H-320-80.jpeg)
Starting with Final Fantasy 14, Square Enix now wants to bring its games to Xbox
By Jez Corden published
Finally Fantasy Today, Microsoft and Square Enix showed a unified front after years of ambiguity about the firm's relationship. Final Fantasy seems to be coming back to Xbox.
![Retro gaming](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mhzTLHGGEEP5NKtRqmMjE6-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft has begun issuing bans for Xbox Series X|S emulator use
By Jez Corden published
Stick to dev mode, for now ...