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

This Xbox analysis shows how only 7% of games launched with "Play Anywhere" support last year
By Jez Corden published
Xbox A recent analysis showcases Microsoft's uphill battle with one of its key differentiators against PlayStation.

Xbox needs to get AAA studios and indie hits to support 'Xbox Play Anywhere' if its strategy is to pay off
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Without exclusive games, Xbox needs to bank on exclusive features. So far, those features aren't the best.

After "not meeting expectations" on PS5, 'Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth' enjoyed a spectacular Steam PC launch
By Jez Corden published
PC Gaming Despite previously suggesting Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth missed its sales goals on PlayStation 5, the game has enjoyed a very strong launch on Steam PC so far.

Windows 11 hits a new market share milestone as Windows 10's death looms
By Jez Corden published
Windows Global market share data suggests that Windows 11 hit 36.65% overall OS version market share in January 2025, as Microsoft starts warning users of Windows 10's imminent "demise."

A new analysis claims that Microsoft's Xbox has become the top games publisher in the world
By Jez Corden published
Xbox With almost half a billion in spending, Microsoft's multiplatform strategy is paying off for Xbox, at least according to this analysis.

Xbox CEO Phil Spencer says Xbox Series X|S and PS5 are too similar, wants to beat Sony on innovation
By Jez Corden published
Xbox In a new interview, Xbox lead Phil Spencer discussed the Xbox Series S, and why Microsoft thinks hardware innovation will be the thing that makes you buy the next Xbox.

President Trump confirms that Microsoft is in talks to buy up TikTok
By Jez Corden published
Microsoft Could it really be Microsoft who seals the deal for the world's most influential social media platform?

Microsoft is once again reportedly involved in talks to buy TikTok, with Oracle leading
By Jez Corden published
Microsoft Social media titan TikTok is under pressure to sell its operations, owing to laws passed by U.S. Congress. Could Microsoft swoop in?

"We want our Xbox hardware to win," Xbox CEO Phil Spencer talks moving games to PlayStation, and more
By Jez Corden published
Xbox In a new interview, Xbox CEO Phil Spencer described Microsoft's efforts to bring in more success to Xbox, even if it includes PlayStation.

'Ninja Gaiden 2 Black' highlights a major on-going issue with Xbox / PC Game Pass
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Yesterday's Xbox Developer_Direct was awesome, but players grabbing the shadow-dropped remaster of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black on PC Game Pass are in for an annoying shock.

The fourth Xbox Developer_Direct title seems to be none other than an all-new 'Ninja Gaiden'
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Ninja Gaiden is a famed hack n' slash series that has some historical roots with the OG Xbox.

Best Xbox controllers in 2024: Razer, GameSir, and more — Who comes out on top?
By Jennifer Young, Jez Corden, Zachary Boddy last updated
Game On! Get the best Xbox controller to make the most of your gaming time

'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth' returns on PC to help define another generation
By Jez Corden published
REVIEW FF7 Rebirth review: Certain "open world" issues aside, the game successfully threads the needle of delivering for nostalgic fans while charting a new course to the future.

"Spooked" OpenAI will meet with U.S. government officials to discuss "PhD-level" super-AI that could replace humans
By Jez Corden published
AI PhD-grade AI is coming to replace humans in even the most complicated tasks, according to this new report.

Microsoft's dumbest rebrand in its near 50 year history just got even dumber
By Jez Corden published
Office Microsoft Office is one of the world's most recognizable brands, used by billions. The first rebrand to "Microsoft 365" was dumb by itself, but yesterday, the firm made it even dumber.

The main thing keeping me on Xbox over PlayStation isn't exclusive games, it's this underrated and overlooked feature
By Jez Corden published
Xbox I'm not quitting Xbox for PlayStation, even if it loses more exclusives like Halo. Here's why.

Xbox 2025 predictions and overview: Microsoft's most promising games line up in history
By Jez Corden published
Xbox OPINION: Microsoft has turned its gaming operation into a duality of boom and bust. Which one will win out?

More rumors suggest Final Fantasy 7 Remake is finally coming to Xbox in 2025
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Speaking on his podcast, NateTheHate shared new rumors on Xbox's future plans, and we can corroborate at least some of them with our own sources.

Details on Xbox's first Developer_Direct live showcase of 2025, set for broadcast on January 23
By Jez Corden last updated
Xbox Xbox's first showcase of 2025 gives us fresh details on two upcoming first party games, as well as a deep dive into one of the year's most promising third-party titles.

Microsoft pledges to double down on Windows improvements for gamers, as Valve's Steam OS turns up the heat
By Jez Corden published
Gaming Xbox promises to improve Windows for gamers at CES 2025, in fresh comments from Jason Ronald.

AMD Ryzen Z2 Series specs leak, alongside the Steam Deck 2?
By Jez Corden published
CES 2025 The AMD Ryzen Z2 series has leaked early, after months of speculation. How does it stack up in practice? We likely won't know until ASUS, Lenovo, and ... Valve (?) release their new devices.

Samsung and LG TVs are set to get Microsoft Copilot AI
By Jez Corden published
AI Microsoft Copilot is coming to your TV. Or at least, the web app is. Dual press releases from LG and Samsung detail how the firms are leaning into the AI hype.

Will Black Myth: Wukong ever come to Xbox? Bad news.
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Black Myth: Wukong developers say optimizing for the Xbox Series S "would take years," begging the question if the blockbuster action game will ever come to Xbox

Xbox's new 'Sebile' controller breaks cover in this new patent, and we now know what the weird grippy "trousers" are for
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Sebile is the codename for a new Xbox controller, and this new patent details how the haptics will work, among other things.

Windows Central Tech Awards 2024 — Ranking the top PCs, tools, accessories, and software innovations of the year
By Jez Corden published
Awards 2024 was an exciting year in tech. From AI innovations to handheld gaming PCs, 2025 looks set to be even more exciting. Here are the top tech innovations of 2024.
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