Topic: xbox integration
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Asus ROG Ally Handheld Drops to $500 with Ryzen Z1 Extreme
The Asus ROG Ally handheld PC, featuring a Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, has received a significant price cut to $500, making it a more accessible premium gaming device. Key hardware features include a comfortable Xbox-inspired design, a 7-inch 120Hz display, a Ryzen Z2 processor, 16GB of memory, a...
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ROG Ally Game Profiles Boost Performance and Battery Life
Microsoft is introducing default game profiles for the ROG Ally that automatically optimize frame rates and power usage for 40 popular games, eliminating the need for manual settings. These profiles adjust performance based on battery power, either boosting FPS for smoother gameplay or capping it...
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Xbox Insiders Get Full Screen Mode on Windows 11 Now
A new Xbox full screen experience is now available on Windows 11 handheld devices, offering performance improvements and a console-like interface for faster game access. The feature is also in preview for other Windows 11 devices like laptops and desktops, with a controller-friendly interface and...
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WoW Director: Game Isn't Easier on Consoles, 'No Reason to Hide'
The upcoming World of Warcraft expansion includes class adjustments for accessibility, but Game Director Ion Hazzikostas confirmed there are no plans for a console release, with the focus remaining on PC. Despite industry trends suggesting a console version was possible, Blizzard clarified that t...
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Asus ROG Ally X Review: Is It the Ultimate Xbox Handheld?
The Asus ROG Ally X is a handheld gaming PC that features the exclusive Xbox Full Screen Experience, allowing it to boot directly into the Xbox app and bypass the traditional Windows desktop. It includes a Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, priced at $999, and has an ergonomic desi...
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Access Your Gaming Accounts on Asus ROG Ally X
The Asus ROG Ally X integrates multiple game launchers into the Xbox Full Screen Experience for a streamlined interface, though many still lack full controller support, requiring touchscreen use. Setting up involves signing into a Microsoft account and accessing other platforms like Steam, Epic G...
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Xbox Ally X Review: A Promising $1,000 Handheld That Needs Work
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X offers premium performance and ergonomic comfort, featuring an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor that delivers top-tier frame rates and a design that ensures a natural, strain-free grip. Despite its strengths, the device suffers from a fragmented software experience with mul...
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Did You Pre-Order the ROG Ally Xbox?
For Xbox gamers, Windows-based handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally provide seamless access to Xbox Game Pass and Play Anywhere titles, unlike the Steam Deck which lacks native support. The Steam Deck's SteamOS is optimized for performance but sacrifices direct compatibility with the Xbox ecosystem, ...
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A New Era in Handheld Gaming
ASUS and Microsoft are collaborating to launch the ROG Xbox Ally on October 16, 2025, a handheld device designed to offer the full Xbox console experience portably, with pre-orders now available. The device comes in two models: the standard ROG Xbox Ally priced at £499 and the enhanced Ally X at ...
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Pre-Order the ASUS ROG Ally & Ally X Gaming Handhelds Now
The ASUS ROG Ally and Ally X gaming handhelds are now available for pre-order, with the standard model sold at major retailers like Amazon and Walmart, while the premium Ally X is exclusive to Best Buy. The Ally X is priced at $999 and features an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB RAM, and ...
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Asus ROG Ally Impresses at Gamescom, But Can't Beat Nintendo Switch 2
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally offers Xbox ecosystem portability with access to Game Pass and the Microsoft Store, appealing to Xbox loyalists. Despite its ergonomic design and high-refresh display, the device is bulky and suffers from inconsistent performance, requiring graphical compromises for demandi...
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LG Puts Xbox in Your Car (But Adds Zoom Calls Too)
LG is integrating the Xbox app into select Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles, enabling passengers to play games while parked using the webOS-based platform. Access requires an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, a Bluetooth controller, and internet, offering a portable gaming experience during...
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Lenovo Legion Go 2 Launches at $1,099: New Flagship Handheld Revealed
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is a premium handheld gaming PC launching in October, featuring a larger OLED display with variable refresh rate and improved battery life for enhanced portability and gaming experience. It includes upgraded storage options up to 2TB, increased RAM, and redesigned controlle...
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