
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

What are haptic touchpads? Here's everything you need to know
By Zachary Boddy published
Laptops Haptic touchpads are the upgrade you may not know you need in your next laptop, but they're the future. Here's everything you need to know about haptic touchpads.

Can I play The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and other gaming handhelds?
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Handhelds The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is officially here, overhauled with modern gaming platforms in mind. If you'd like to play on the go, though, can you?

You can already save on The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, even though it just released today
By Zachary Boddy published
Deals Several key resellers are already discounting the brand-new Oblivion remaster on Steam, letting you save money just hours after release.

New Xbox Game Pass games (Apr. 2025): What's coming, leaving soon
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Xbox Game Pass As Xbox Game Pass grows ever bigger, I'm keeping careful track of the best new additions, upcoming arrivals, which games are leaving soon, and much more.

I got my hands on the successor to last year's best gaming laptop for most people
By Zachary Boddy published
Laptops Lenovo redesigned its flagship Legion Pro 7i gaming laptop for 2025, and I have it in for review. Here are my first impressions after getting my hands on it.

Shure MV6 USB microphone review: Testing lower prices for a legendary audio brand
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Shure MV6 is the brand's entry-level USB microphone, and it's an excellent product that's easy to set up and use, but it's not a complete slam dunk.

OBSBOT Tiny SE webcam review: Unbelievably good for $100, and it has gimbal tracking
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The OBSBOT Tiny SE takes my favorite gimbal-tracking webcam and distills it to a $100 price point. The right compromises make this one of the best webcams.

HP EliteBook Ultra 14 (G1i) review: An incredible (and expensive) AI laptop
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The HP EliteBook Ultra 14 is one of the best laptops I've ever had the pleasure of reviewing, but it's ridiculously expensive, even among enterprise devices

You can get 43% off a brand-new QHD, 240Hz, HDMI 2.1 gaming monitor with this coupon
By Zachary Boddy published
Deal INNOCN, a popular brand for gaming monitors on Amazon, has released a new 25-inch, QHD, 240Hz, HDMI 2.1 display — and you can already save 43% with a coupon.

Does the Lenovo Legion Go S' first major sale make this gaming handheld worth it?
By Zachary Boddy published
Handhelds The Lenovo Legion Go S disappointed me in my review, but its first major sale does beg the question: is it now worth buying? Almost, but I have some thoughts.

Best Xbox gaming keyboards in 2025
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Gaming We've compiled a list of the very best Xbox gaming keyboards to pair with your current-gen Xbox Series X|S console, for more control in-game.

BenQ beCreatus USB4 Gaming Handheld Dock (GR10) review: I just wish it was bigger
By Zachary Boddy published
Review BenQ's USB4 mobile gaming dock is a great choice for those who need more bandwidth, but it's sadly too small to benefit some of the devices that can actually use it.

Keychron K4 HE keyboard review: Hall Effect magnets can make all the difference
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Keychron K4 HE is an impressive custom keyboard with unique Hall Effect magnetic switches, and it's one of my favorites that I've had on my desk.

Best Xbox controller chargers in 2025
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Accessories Tired of using AA batteries for your Xbox Wireless Controller? Don't miss these nifty charging accessories that'll keep your gamepad juiced up.

Assassin's Creed Shadows review: 112 hours to tell you Ubisoft cooked with this one
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Review I still wasn't sick and tired of Assassin's Creed Shadows after sinking 112 hours into it. This is one of Ubisoft's best and a 2025 game-of-the-year contender.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro wireless mouse review: So good, it's actually boring
By Zachary Boddy published
Review HyperX has followed up its amazing Haste 2 wireless mouse with a new, higher performance Pro variant that's just as good — so good it's honestly a little boring.

The best flight sticks for Microsoft Flight Simulator
By Ben Wilson last updated
Gaming Introducing a joystick to your Microsoft Flight Simulator experience further adds to the realism, and I've rounded up the best you can buy.

I got to see more of trippy sci-fi adventure 'The Alters' and other upcoming Xbox games
By Zachary Boddy published
Xbox During an exclusive preview event, I was able to see more of five upcoming Xbox games, with three coming to Game Pass on day one (including The Alters).

Best Xbox headsets in 2025 — from a 10 year headset reviews expert
By Jez Corden last updated
🎧 Xbox 🎧 The Best Xbox headsets in 2025, updated with the latest and greatest for your ears and KDR.

Razer Blade 16 (2025) review: Does a redesign and RTX 50-series put it back on top?
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Razer finally redesigned its iconic Blade 16 gaming laptop, moving to AMD for the first time and kicking off a new NVIDIA generation. I put it to the test.

Razer Rogue Backpack V3 review: One of the best laptop bags I have ever used
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Review I've used the Razer Rogue Backpack V3 for a year now, and this is still the best laptop bag I've ever entrusted all my tech to. It's a great buy at this price.

ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) review: The lightest, longest-lasting AI PC around
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Review The ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) amazed the entire Windows Central crew at CES 2025, and it really is an incredible, gorgeous AI PC. The models are confusing, though.

Here are the best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing in 2025
By Zachary Boddy last updated
PC Gaming The best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.
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