{"id":346684,"date":"2025-06-09T09:40:15","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T16:40:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/?p=346684"},"modified":"2025-06-09T09:40:15","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T16:40:15","slug":"xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/","title":{"rendered":"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"relative\">\n<div class=\"prose text-pretty dark:prose-invert inline leading-normal break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word]\">\n<p class=\"my-0\">Microsoft and ASUS have officially announced the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/handhelds\/rog-xbox-ally\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ROG Xbox Ally<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/handhelds\/rog-xbox-ally\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ROG Xbox Ally X<\/a>, two groundbreaking handheld consoles set to launch in holiday 2025. These devices, <a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/06\/08\/xbox-handheld-rog-ally-x-games-showcase\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the result of a close collaboration between Xbox and ASUS<\/a>, promise to merge the power of Xbox with the versatility of <a href=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/windows-11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windows 11<\/a>, delivering a seamless gaming experience at home or on the go<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Inside: ROG Xbox Ally - Behind The Scenes Feature\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SOKm9dDOSC8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>A New Era for Xbox: Handheld Gaming Reimagined<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346711\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/ally-lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536&#215;1024\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-346711 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-150x100.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=216&amp;ssl=1 216w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=432&amp;ssl=1 432w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Lifestyle-95ba78138af423e277de-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=864&amp;ssl=1 864w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>For years, Xbox fans have speculated about <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2025\/06\/09\/windows-and-xbox-team-up-with-asus-to-create-rog-xbox-ally-handhelds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a dedicated handheld device<\/a>. Now, Microsoft\u2019s vision has become reality. The ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X are designed to make gaming more accessible, flexible, and immersive, whether you\u2019re lounging in your living room or traveling across the globe<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Both devices allow players to enjoy their favorite games natively, via Xbox Cloud Gaming, or through Remote Play from their Xbox console. This flexibility ensures that your gaming library and progress follow you wherever you go\u2014a realization of Xbox\u2019s long-standing Play Anywhere philosophy<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>Collaboration with ASUS: Innovation Meets Performance<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-0\">ASUS, a leader in gaming hardware, brings its expertise in handheld design and performance to the table. The result is a <a href=\"https:\/\/rog.asus.com\/us\/articles\/rog-ally\/introducing-the-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x-rog-and-xbox-team-up-to-deliver-the-best-in-handheld-gaming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pair of devices that combine ergonomic comfort, high-end specs<\/a>, and a refined user experience. The ROG Xbox Ally series is inspired by the iconic Xbox Wireless Controller, featuring contoured grips, familiar button layouts, and impulse triggers (exclusive to the Ally X) for enhanced haptic feedback<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>Optimized Windows 11 Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346707\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/xbox-home-abf5def86173492e2e30\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346707\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-150x84.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=512&amp;ssl=1 512w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Xbox-Home-abf5def86173492e2e30-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">A standout feature of the ROG Xbox Ally series is its custom-optimized Windows 11 interface. When powered on, users are greeted by a new Xbox full screen experience, designed specifically for handheld gaming. This interface minimizes background processes, dedicating more system resources to gameplay for higher framerates and smoother performance<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346720\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/attachment\/1749256791190\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1749256791190\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346720\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-150x84.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=512&amp;ssl=1 512w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749256791190-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">The integration of ASUS\u2019s Armoury Crate software with the Xbox Game Bar provides quick access to device controls, settings, and advanced input customization. Navigating between games, apps, and settings is intuitive, even with a controller, thanks to thoughtful UI adjustments like a streamlined lock screen and task switcher<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>Access to the World\u2019s Largest Gaming Libraries<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346706\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/game-library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346706\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-150x84.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=512&amp;ssl=1 512w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Game-Library-bd3fb15bc4a1c079b3e5-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">The ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X offer unparalleled access to games:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Aggregated Gaming Library:<\/strong> Instantly access titles from Xbox, Game Pass, Battle.net, Steam, and other leading PC storefronts\u2014all from a single device.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Xbox Play Anywhere:<\/strong> Over 1,000 supported games let you play across console, PC, and handheld with a single purchase, syncing progress and achievements automatically<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Game Pass Integration:<\/strong> Subscribers can start with hundreds of games on the go, making the Ally series a true Game Pass powerhouse<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Cloud and Remote Play:<\/strong> Stream your Xbox console library or play via the cloud, expanding your options beyond what\u2019s installed locally<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>Next-Level Features for Modern Gamers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346708\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/ally-hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,577\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024&#215;577\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346708\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1-150x85.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=204&amp;ssl=1 204w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=409&amp;ssl=1 409w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=614&amp;ssl=1 614w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Hero-cf171ede4ff754c27339-1024x577-1.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=819&amp;ssl=1 819w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Microsoft and ASUS have packed the ROG Xbox Ally series with features designed for today\u2019s gamers:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Xbox Button and Enhanced Game Bar:<\/strong> Access chat, apps, and settings instantly, and switch between games and apps with ease.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Accessibility:<\/strong> Familiar Xbox and Windows accessibility features are optimized for handheld use, with more enhancements promised in future updates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Gaming Copilot:<\/strong> A personalized AI companion built into the Game Bar helps you find games, improve skills, and connect with friends and communities<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Roblox Partnership:<\/strong> Roblox will be natively optimized for the Ally series, enabling millions of players to enjoy the platform\u2019s vast library of experiences on day one<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>Hardware Specifications: Ally vs. Ally X<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"group relative\">\n<div class=\"w-full overflow-x-auto md:max-w-[90vw] border-borderMain\/50 ring-borderMain\/50 divide-borderMain\/50 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/50 dark:ring-borderMainDark\/50 dark:border-borderMainDark\/50 bg-transparent\">\n<table class=\"border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark my-[1em] w-full table-auto border\">\n<thead class=\"bg-offset dark:bg-offsetDark\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"px-sm py-sm break-normal align-top\">Feature<\/th>\n<th class=\"px-sm py-sm break-normal align-top\">ROG Xbox Ally<\/th>\n<th class=\"px-sm py-sm break-normal align-top\">ROG Xbox Ally X<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Processor<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">AMD Ryzen\u2122 Z2 A<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">AMD Ryzen\u2122 AI Z2 Extreme<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Memory<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">16GB LPDDR5X-6400<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">24GB LPDDR5X-8000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Storage<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">512GB M.2 2280 SSD<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">1TB M.2 2280 SSD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Display<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">7\u201d FHD (1080p), 120Hz IPS<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">7\u201d FHD (1080p), 120Hz IPS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Battery<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">60Wh<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">80Wh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Weight<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">670g<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">715g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Triggers<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Hall Effect Analog<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Impulse Triggers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Ports<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C,<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">1x USB4 Type-C (Thunderbolt 4), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C,<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">1x UHS-II microSD, 1x 3.5mm<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">1x UHS-II microSD, 1x 3.5mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Network<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">Included<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">65W Charger, Stand<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-borderMain px-sm dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px] break-normal border\">65W Charger, Stand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"px-two bg-background border-border shadow-subtle pointer-coarse:opacity-100 right-xs absolute bottom-0 flex gap-2 rounded-lg border py-px opacity-0 transition-opacity group-hover:opacity-100\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"flex items-center min-w-0 font-medium gap-1 justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex shrink-0 items-center justify-center size-3.5\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346705\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/ally-single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346705\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-150x84.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=512&amp;ssl=1 512w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-Single-0cd87c3c219cd44e37e3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Both models feature a 7-inch 1080p IPS display with 120Hz refresh rate, FreeSync Premium, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus with DXC Anti-Reflection coating for vibrant, smooth visuals in any setting<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346704\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/ally-x-single-6a87311f758a69a86adf\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346704\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-150x84.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=512&amp;ssl=1 512w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ally-X-Single-6a87311f758a69a86adf-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">The Ally X stands out with its AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB RAM, 1TB storage, larger battery, and impulse triggers\u2014making it the go-to choice for power users and those seeking the ultimate portable gaming experience<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>Global Availability and Launch Plans<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-0\">The ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will initially launch in select markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, France, and more, with broader availability to follow. Microsoft has not yet announced pricing or pre-order dates, but interested gamers can sign up for notifications through official Xbox channels<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>A Competitive Handheld Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"346721\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-and-asus-reveal-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x\/attachment\/1749330975501\/#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1745336207&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1749330975501\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-346721\" src=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=88&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"Xbox and ASUS Reveal ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at Xbox Games Showcase 2025: The Next Generation of Handheld Gaming\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-150x84.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=512&amp;ssl=1 512w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/e7drz69p964.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749330975501-scaled.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=88&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>The announcement comes at a pivotal time for handheld gaming. Nintendo\u2019s Switch 2 and Valve\u2019s Steam Deck have set high standards for portable play, but Microsoft\u2019s entry brings native Game Pass support and a unified Xbox experience to the table. With over 34 million Game Pass subscribers, the Ally series is poised to attract a significant audience looking for a portable solution that doesn\u2019t compromise on library or performance<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-xs mt-5 text-base font-[500] first:mt-0 dark:font-[475]\"><strong>What\u2019s Next?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Microsoft and ASUS promise more news in the coming months, including details on pricing, compatible accessories, and pre-orders. They\u2019re also working with game developers to launch a program that highlights titles optimized for handheld play, ensuring users get the best possible experience on their new devices<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/handhelds\/rog-xbox-ally\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X<\/a> represent a major leap forward for both Xbox and the wider handheld gaming market. By blending the power and ecosystem of Xbox with the openness and flexibility of Windows 11, Microsoft and ASUS are delivering a device that could change how\u2014and where\u2014we play. Whether you\u2019re a casual gamer or a dedicated enthusiast, these handhelds offer a new way to experience your favorite games, wherever life takes you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Stay tuned to <a href=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">msftnewsnow.com<\/a> for more updates, in-depth analysis, and hands-on impressions as we approach the holiday 2025 launch.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Related Posts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-games-showcase-2025-the-outer-worlds-2-direct\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct: Here&amp;#8217;s How to Watch the Digital-Only Double Feature Free Online!<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/exciting-xbox-games-showcase-2025-set-for-june-8th\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Exciting Xbox Games Showcase 2025 Set for June 8th: Anticipated Reveals and Xbox Dashboard Improvements Await<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/msftnewsnow.com\/xbox-games-showcase-2025-recap-every-major-reveal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Xbox Games Showcase 2025: New Xbox Games, ROG Ally, and Every Major Reveal You Need to Know<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Microsoft and ASUS have officially announced the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two groundbreaking handheld consoles set to launch in holiday 2025. 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