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
Forza Motorsport's latest update brings new events and cars, but it's really all about the bug fixes
By Zachary Boddy published
Update Turn 10 Studios has released Forza Motorsport (2023) Update 3.0 to players across Xbox Series X|S and PC. Here's what you need to know.
I just finished my first Gears of War game, and I'm already hooked — Bring on Gears 6!
By Zachary Boddy published
Cover Me Gears of War has been in my library for years, but I've only just finished the first game. Now I'm sold on the franchise, and I want to play them all.
The Game Awards 2023 let down developers and viewers, and we have something to say about it
By Brendan Lowry, Zachary Boddy, Rebecca Spear, Samuel Tolbert, Colton Stradling published
Come On, Geoff Team Windows Central speaks on The Game Awards 2023 and its numerous issues.
Monster Hunter Wilds announced at The Game Awards with flying mounts
By Zachary Boddy published
Monster Hunter Monster Hunter: Wilds is a brand-new Monster Hunter game from Capcom announced at The Game Awards, and harkens back to World's grounded gameplay.
Alan Wake 2 to get New Game+ and new story content in 'The Final Draft' update coming next week
By Zachary Boddy published
Surprise Surprise After winning Best Game Direction at The Game Awards, Remedy Entertainment Game Director Kyle Rowley revealed that Alan Wake 2 is about to get a nice update.
Hideo Kojima's Xbox exclusive game is officially called "OD," and it looks terrifying
By Zachary Boddy published
Horrifying Hideo Kojima has partnered with Xbox Game Studios on OD, and we've finally gotten our first teaser trailer at The Game Awards.
The creators of Ori have finally announced their next Xbox game — No Rest for the Wicked (an action-RPG)
By Zachary Boddy published
More from Ori No Rest for the Wicked is a new action-RPG coming from the creators of the Ori franchise, Moon Studios, and I genuinely can't wait for it.
God of War: Ragnarök gets free 'Valhalla' DLC in just five days
By Zachary Boddy published
Free DLC God of War: Ragnarök is one of the best exclusives to come out of PlayStation Studios, and the hit adventure game is set to get a free DLC on Dec. 12, 2023.
Last chance: 90% off EA's best Xbox games in years, including the Dead Space remake, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and more!
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deals Some of EA's best games in years are 90% off right now on Xbox, and for the highest-end editions no less, like Dead Space (2023), Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and more.
Blend the borders between fiction and reality as a shackled writer in this fascinating Xbox game
By Zachary Boddy published
Living Words I took some time to play The Bookwalker, a fascinating indie game that sees you take on the role of a writer that can physically move between books.
RCA Evolution Premium (M27PG135F) review: One of the oldest electronics brands in the world made a gaming monitor, but HP did it better
By Zachary Boddy published
Review One of the oldest electronics brands in the world now includes a pretty decent duo of 27-inch gaming monitors, but the competition is a little bit better.
Latest Minecraft updates give decorative pots a purpose and make bats look more Minecraft-y (and cute)
By Zachary Boddy published
Better Bats The latest Minecraft updates are now rolling out to all platforms, with the headlining features being functional pots and cuter bats.
Forza Horizon 5 'Winter Wonderland' brings back Secret Santa and adds 23 new cars (including from Fast and Furious)
By Zachary Boddy published
Santa's Back The Forza Horizon 5 "Winter Wonderland" update is rolling out to players with the return of Secret Santa, winter all month long, and lots of new cars.
Leadership changes at Mojang Studios see Helen Chiang take an expanded role, Åsa Bredin take over as studio head
By Zachary Boddy last updated
New Leadership Helen Chiang has been the head of Mojang Studios for nearly six years now, but she is taking on an expanded role while Åsa Bredin takes over her previous position.
My time with Nanoleaf shows it's still one of the best ways to light up your home
By Zachary Boddy published
Light It Up I've been using a set of Nanoleaf lights in my office and living room for some time now — Here are some thoughts on my experiences.
Even cheaper than on Cyber Monday — My dream gaming laptop is a 14-inch beast with an RTX 4060, and the price has never been lower
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is one of the best 14-inch gaming laptops EVER, and it's actually $50 less than on Cyber Monday, with price matching from Best Buy.
I didn't understand DEATHLOOP's success at launch — Now that I've finally played on Xbox, I get it
By Zachary Boddy published
Loop Again When DEATHLOOP launched, nothing I saw or heard really hooked me on it. Now that I've finally played it on Xbox, though, I get it.
Your last chance to save on Xbox Game Pass and Xbox gift cards (and score free money) is right now — Cyber Monday is over
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal These are the best remaining Cyber Monday deals on Xbox Game Pass and Xbox gift cards, but time is almost out to score big.
ENDING TODAY: Get all of Disney Plus and Hulu for just $2.99 a month for Cyber Monday
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal With Xbox and Windows PC apps, this Cyber Monday promotion lets you nab Hulu and Disney Plus for just $2.99/month for the first year.
Cyber Monday is over, but these Xbox, PC, and tech accessory deals are still going on for a little bit longer
By Zachary Boddy last updated
The Last Deals Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but some of the best deals from the sales event still have a little more time left. Here's a list of the best.
Take a break from all the tech and games — Barnes & Noble books are more than 50% off for today ONLY
By Zachary Boddy published
Deals Take a break from the barrage of tech and video game deals and buy a new book. For today only, Barnes & Noble books are more than 50% off.
The best deal on my favorite 1080p gaming desktop is back again, and prices are even lower than before
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deal My favorite pre-built gaming desktop for 1080p gaming is once again enjoying an excellent sale, but prices are lower than they were before.
Last chance to score an LG OLED TV for just $550 (!?) at Best Buy this Cyber Monday
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deals Best Buy has the best deals on LG's top-rated OLED smart TVs this Cyber Monday, including selling the LG OLED Class A2 48" for just $549.99.
Expand your Xbox's storage with the best SSD and hard drive deals I've found this Cyber Monday, from someone with nearly 130 games installed on their Xbox Series X
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Deals Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to expand your Xbox's storage — Here are the best deals I've found, from someone with a lot of games.