The Xbox handheld is a new, more powerful Asus ROG Ally
Briefly

During the summer 2025 Xbox Games Showcase, Xbox announced two new portable gaming devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, equipped with advanced AMD processors. Both models will launch in the holiday season of 2025, providing gamers access to a native Xbox app that integrates Xbox games and cloud libraries along with support for Discord and other applications. This aligns with Xbox's strategy to unify access across platforms, allowing games to be available on both console and PC, and potentially on Steam. The handhelds feature design elements from existing Xbox controllers, including impulse triggers for enhanced gaming immersion.
The ROG Xbox Ally includes a native Xbox app that allows access to Xbox games and cloud libraries, with support for other apps like Discord and Battlenet.
Xbox aims to streamline access to its game library across platforms, which has sparked speculation of a unified gaming experience integrating Xbox console and PC.
Leaked FCC filings hinted at the ROG Xbox Ally design, revealing an Xbox-branded handheld that retains familiar features such as integrated impulse triggers and improved grip.
The reveal comes without any pricing details, but signifies Xbox's commitment to enhancing handheld gaming experiences and expanding gaming accessibility.
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