The ROG Xbox Ally's SteamOS software rival is coming to more gaming handhelds

After months of rumors and speculation, Microsoft, in partnership with ASUS, has finally revealed the long-awaited ROG Xbox Ally. We got our first look at the Xbox handheld at the Xbox Showcase on June 8, marking the company's first official foray into the portable gaming space. However, it also came with a surprise: a custom Windows 11 experience optimized for handhelds, much like Valve's SteamOS for Steam Deck. After some questioning, Microsoft has confirmed some exciting news if you already own a portable gaming console with Windows 11. Continue reading The ROG Xbox Ally's SteamOS software rival is coming to more gaming handhelds MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro review, Asus ROG Ally X review, ASUS ROG Ally review

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The ROG Xbox Ally's SteamOS software rival is coming to more gaming handhelds

After months of rumors and speculation, Microsoft, in partnership with ASUS, has finally revealed the long-awaited ROG Xbox Ally. We got our first look at the Xbox handheld at the Xbox Showcase on June 8, marking the company's first official foray into the portable gaming space. However, it also came with a surprise: a custom Windows 11 experience optimized for handhelds, much like Valve's SteamOS for Steam Deck. After some questioning, Microsoft has confirmed some exciting news if you already own a portable gaming console with Windows 11.

MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro review, Asus ROG Ally X review, ASUS ROG Ally review