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

Enjoy up to $1,000 off Alienware gaming laptops and desktops for Memorial Day weekend
By Zachary Boddy published
Big Gaming Savings Dell and its Alienware sub-brand are shaving off hundreds of dollars from several gaming laptops and devices for Memorial Day weekend.

Minecraft 1.20 'Trails & Tales' update finally has a release date
By Zachary Boddy published
Camel Time Minecraft 1.20 "Trails & Tales" is right around the corner, with Mojang Studios finally announcing a release date for the major update.

Pentiment gets updated with more languages and a new map area
By Zachary Boddy published
Moar Pentiment Pentiment, the award-winning narrative RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, is getting updated with expanded language support and a new area.

Forza Motorsport (2023)'s cover art and cars is official, gameplay coming in June
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Cover Cars? Forza Motorsport (2023) is still slated to arrive later this year, and its cover art (and cars) have been revealed ahead of new gameplay this month.

These 3 Xbox and PC-bound indie games stole the PlayStation Showcase for me
By Zachary Boddy published
Indie Show After watching the PlayStation Showcase, I was shocked to learn that three indie games dominated the event for me. Even more, all of them are coming to Xbox.

F1 Manager 2023 comes to Xbox and Windows PC later this year
By Zachary Boddy published
Manage Your Engines Frontier Developments has announced F1 Manager 2023, a simulation game heading to Xbox consoles and Windows PCs later this year.

The Metal Gear Solid 3 remake and classic collection is official and heading to Xbox
By Zachary Boddy published
Solid Snake is Back Confirming earlier reports from Windows Central, Konami has announced a Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake and a classic Master Collection.

Is Diablo 4 coming to Nintendo Switch?
By Zachary Boddy published
Diablo on Switch Diablo 4 is the latest in the long-running action-RPG genre, and it's coming to most modern consoles and PC. But will it come to Nintendo Switch?

Xbox's Planet of Lana is beautiful, wondrous, and a bit unfinished
By Zachary Boddy published
Finding Family Planet of Lana is the debut game from Wishfully Studios, and it's a genuinely lovely puzzle-platformer available now on Xbox and PC.

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.

Is Diablo 4 on Xbox Game Pass?
By Zachary Boddy published
Diablo on Game Pass Diablo 4 is one of the biggest game releases of the year, but is it coming to Xbox or PC Game Pass? Here's everything you need to know.

Forza Horizon 5 'Explore the Horizon' brings six new cars, new Photo Mode features
By Zachary Boddy published
Explore and Photograph Forza Horizon 5 Series 21 "Explore the Horizon" is just around the corner, and it brings with it six new cars, lots of Photo Mode improvements, and more.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (Gen 8) review: A great gaming laptop, but stay close to the charger
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Lenovo has refreshed its popular Legion Pro 5i for an eighth generation, this time with a renewed design and the latest hardware. Here's our thoughts.

It doesn't take a great Xbox detective to see 'The Last Case of Benedict Fox' misses the mark
By Zachary Boddy published
Lost in Limbo Rogue Games' latest project is brimming with gorgeous environments and tantalizing mysteries, but it still fails to be a good game. Why?

Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320) vs. XPS 13 2-in-1 (9315): Which premium Dell laptop is for you?
By Brendan Lowry, Zachary Boddy last updated
XPS vs. XPS Both the Dell XPS 13 Plus and the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 are excellent laptops, but which one is the best? Here's what we think.

Xbox highlights its efforts to improve accessibility in gaming
By Zachary Boddy published
Accessibility = 💚 As a part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Xbox is highlighting some of its ongoing efforts to improve accessibility in gaming.

Killer Instinct gets a rare update to future-proof its servers
By Zachary Boddy published
Server Instinct In a surprise move, Killer Instinct is getting a quality-of-life update across all platforms to migrate its servers (and keep the game online).

Alright, Blizzard, you got me — I'm excited for a Diablo game
By Zachary Boddy published
Diablo 4 Me The Diablo series has never interested me, even after attempting to play Diablo III. After the Diablo IV Server Slam, though, I'm properly excited.

New Xbox Game Pass games (May 2023): 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.

The very first wireless third-party Xbox controller is now available
By Zachary Boddy published
Finally The PowerA MOGA XP-Ultra is a mouthful of a name for a modular, wireless controller packed with features and support for Xbox consoles.

Get all of Dragon Age and Mass Effect on Steam for UNDER $20
By Zachary Boddy published
JUST $20!? For a limited time, you can obtain a complete collection of all Dragon Age and Mass Effect (and all DLC) for 90% off, making it less than $20.

Let's talk about Cal Kestis' weak ankles in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
By Zachary Boddy published
Weak in the Ankles I've 100% completed Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and one of my biggest complaints after finishing the game is that Cal Kestis' ankles are too weak.

Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (9315) vs. Surface Pro 9: Which premium Windows tablet is for you?
By Zachary Boddy published
Form vs. Function The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 and Surface Pro 9 may share a form factor, but they're very different devices. Here's what you need to know before deciding.
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