I'm so on the fence about the ROG Ally X.... on one hand, I already have a GP Ultimate sub - and the idea of being able to download my Gamepass games onto a handheld for playing whilst travelling sounds so good. E33, Doom, Blue Prince... all on the go sounds incredible. But the (assumed) price point, not to mention the challenges of Windows, are a little offputting.
I previously had a Steamdeck, and loved how user-friendly that thing was - albeit a tad underpowered. I sold it for a Switch2 (no regrets) as a generally favor the 'console experience' and do like me some Nintendo exclusives.
I'm basically now wanting a complimentary handheld to accompany the Switch2... but honestly thinking of holding out a while longer, as potentially Steamdeck 2 is maybe only a couple of years out?
Will await pricing on the ROG Ally X, but my expectations are very tempered.
I probably should have mentioned that the Series S is essentially exclusively played my my son only, I’ve played it like once in 3-ish years! So cross-save between ALLY and Series S won’t be a problem (basically the Xbox will be ‘his’ and the ALLY would be mine)
Yeah the price point is going to be interesting. I know Switch2 had some backlash for pricing (both the console and software) but I genuinely think the admission price was pretty fair for the actual unit… especially when you consider the Dock is included + HDMI cable etc. I do think the premium software, such as MK World is a tad expensive, but the console price point was pretty established
@WildConcept6 Mate thanks for that, genuinely appreciate you taking the time out of your day to throw back such a comprehensive response - cheers.
So my existing Gamepass Ultimate subscription is definitely linked to my own Microsoft/XB account. On my son's series S, I therefore have my own profile + he has his own individual profile that he always plays on.
TBH, I doubt we would ever play the same games at the same time (differing tastes)..... so likely I would play on the handheld under my own profile, whilst he continues on the Series S under his profile. So based on your feedback, all should be well here.
I also checked what GP Ultimate games are covered under the PC label, and all the ones I am interested in seem available (new Doom, E33, Blue Prince etc)
I think I'll definitely be looking at the more expensive of the 2 handhelds, and cerebrally justify that by essentially looking at it as purely a 'hardware cost' - considering I am already paying for a GP sub, and have an extensive Steam library backlog to also eat into.
The rumours of 900 Euro don't sound appetising though..!
So I’m genuinely tempted and intrigued by this device, as I’m pretty much tethered to exclusively gaming via handheld devices due to work travel.
I have a couple of questions but can’t seem to get straight answers…
1) Gamepass: My son has a Series S, and I pay monthly for his Gamepass Ultimate subscription. The subscription is under my name, with my details etc…. Could I use this same subscription on the new handheld device also? And if “yes” would this be possible at no extra cost?
2) Games via Gamepass: Assuming I can utilise my existing GP Ultimate subscription, is it so that I could then download GP games on to the device hard drive to play on-the-go offline? (Thinking planes etc) And I accept that some AAA games may not be feasible if the handheld specs lack the needed ‘oomph’
3) Steam: Reports suggest that you can access your Steam games also… so technically I could also download my steam games to play offline?
Basically if this device can access/play my Steam library, whilst also allowing me to use my GP ultimate subscription … I think I could be ‘in’!
Honestly - this game misses the mark in so many ways, and is utterly generic. To even be held in the same breath as Zelda, is an extremely unwarranted compliment IMO!
Tunic and Death's Door are probably much better 'Zelda-esque' titles on XBox. (maybe both even on Gamepass?)
I got Oceanhorn 2 on Switch, and it looks/runs beautifully... but gameplay is soulless and monotonous. Whereas Tunic and Death's Door are both awesome
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I'm so on the fence about the ROG Ally X.... on one hand, I already have a GP Ultimate sub - and the idea of being able to download my Gamepass games onto a handheld for playing whilst travelling sounds so good. E33, Doom, Blue Prince... all on the go sounds incredible. But the (assumed) price point, not to mention the challenges of Windows, are a little offputting.
I previously had a Steamdeck, and loved how user-friendly that thing was - albeit a tad underpowered. I sold it for a Switch2 (no regrets) as a generally favor the 'console experience' and do like me some Nintendo exclusives.
I'm basically now wanting a complimentary handheld to accompany the Switch2... but honestly thinking of holding out a while longer, as potentially Steamdeck 2 is maybe only a couple of years out?
Will await pricing on the ROG Ally X, but my expectations are very tempered.
Re: Talking Point: Has This Week's ROG Xbox Ally News Sold You On The New Handheld?
I am genuinely very interested, but it will be the price point that seals the deal (or kills it).
Re: Talking Point: Will The ROG Xbox Ally Be Your First 'Handheld Gaming PC'?
@WildConcept6 Ah thanks for the clarity
I probably should have mentioned that the Series S is essentially exclusively played my my son only, I’ve played it like once in 3-ish years! So cross-save between ALLY and Series S won’t be a problem (basically the Xbox will be ‘his’ and the ALLY would be mine)
Yeah the price point is going to be interesting. I know Switch2 had some backlash for pricing (both the console and software) but I genuinely think the admission price was pretty fair for the actual unit… especially when you consider the Dock is included + HDMI cable etc. I do think the premium software, such as MK World is a tad expensive, but the console price point was pretty established
Watch this space I guess…!
Re: Talking Point: Will The ROG Xbox Ally Be Your First 'Handheld Gaming PC'?
@WildConcept6 Mate thanks for that, genuinely appreciate you taking the time out of your day to throw back such a comprehensive response - cheers.
So my existing Gamepass Ultimate subscription is definitely linked to my own Microsoft/XB account. On my son's series S, I therefore have my own profile + he has his own individual profile that he always plays on.
TBH, I doubt we would ever play the same games at the same time (differing tastes)..... so likely I would play on the handheld under my own profile, whilst he continues on the Series S under his profile. So based on your feedback, all should be well here.
I also checked what GP Ultimate games are covered under the PC label, and all the ones I am interested in seem available (new Doom, E33, Blue Prince etc)
I think I'll definitely be looking at the more expensive of the 2 handhelds, and cerebrally justify that by essentially looking at it as purely a 'hardware cost' - considering I am already paying for a GP sub, and have an extensive Steam library backlog to also eat into.
The rumours of 900 Euro don't sound appetising though..!
cheers again
Re: Talking Point: Will The ROG Xbox Ally Be Your First 'Handheld Gaming PC'?
So I’m genuinely tempted and intrigued by this device, as I’m pretty much tethered to exclusively gaming via handheld devices due to work travel.
I have a couple of questions but can’t seem to get straight answers…
1) Gamepass:
My son has a Series S, and I pay monthly for his Gamepass Ultimate subscription. The subscription is under my name, with my details etc…. Could I use this same subscription on the new handheld device also? And if “yes” would this be possible at no extra cost?
2) Games via Gamepass:
Assuming I can utilise my existing GP Ultimate subscription, is it so that I could then download GP games on to the device hard drive to play on-the-go offline? (Thinking planes etc) And I accept that some AAA games may not be feasible if the handheld specs lack the needed ‘oomph’
3) Steam:
Reports suggest that you can access your Steam games also… so technically I could also download my steam games to play offline?
Basically if this device can access/play my Steam library, whilst also allowing me to use my GP ultimate subscription … I think I could be ‘in’!
Re: Zelda-Like 'Oceanhorn 2' Impresses In New Screenshots Ahead Of 2023 Xbox Launch
Honestly - this game misses the mark in so many ways, and is utterly generic. To even be held in the same breath as Zelda, is an extremely unwarranted compliment IMO!
Tunic and Death's Door are probably much better 'Zelda-esque' titles on XBox. (maybe both even on Gamepass?)
I got Oceanhorn 2 on Switch, and it looks/runs beautifully... but gameplay is soulless and monotonous. Whereas Tunic and Death's Door are both awesome