Hesitant about the ROG Xbox Ally at first, yet a specific feature has sparked my enthusiasm
The gaming world is abuzz with excitement as the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, a new handheld gaming device, is set to hit the market in less than two months. This device, unveiled at Gamescom 2025, is poised to challenge the status quo with its unique features.
At its core, the ROG Xbox Ally is based on Windows 11, but not just any version of Windows. ASUS has taken the reins to develop a simplified version of Windows 11, one that boots directly into a user-friendly interface tailored for gaming. This interface is designed to be more controller-friendly, offering quick settings and a multitasking viewer.
One of the key advantages of this simplified Windows 11 is its potential to deliver enhanced performance and battery life. If this proves to be true, handhelds with SteamOS may face serious competition.
Xbox is working closely with its game studio partners to test and optimise PC games for handheld compatibility on the Asus ROG Xbox Ally. This could mean a vast library of games available at your fingertips, a significant advantage for any handheld gaming device.
The ROG Xbox Ally's top-tier model, the Z2 Extreme, takes things a step further with AI upscaling for sharper graphics and smoother performance.
However, the simplified Windows 11 on the ROG Xbox Ally may not be as simple as it seems. Windows 11 isn't designed for controller inputs, making it difficult to use outside of a device's game launcher on a small screen. Users may have to decline the free Office 365 subscription when setting up the device.
As for the price, the starting price of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally is rumoured to be $599.
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If the simplified Windows interface on the ROG Xbox Ally works as hoped, it could potentially match the elegance of SteamOS and offer the game compatibility of Windows, making it one of the best handheld gaming consoles on the market. Only time will tell if the Asus ROG Xbox Ally lives up to the hype.
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