The Asus Xbox Ally handhelds are challenging the Steam Deck’s dominance with a gaming-centric version of Windows that prioritizes performance. By booting directly into a full-screen Xbox experience and optimizing system resources, they promise higher frame rates and access to multiple game storefronts. Notably, Xbox is introducing a handheld game rating system, which could rival Steam’s controversial ratings.
As Microsoft advances into this space, will software improvements be enough to sway gamers, or will traditional desktop usability remain critical for success? What features do you think would be essential for a handheld to truly compete with the Steam Deck?
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