Overview

• Xbox and ASUS confirmed global availability across roughly 45 markets, with units now shipping and retail listings live through outlets such as Best Buy, Amazon and regional ASUS eShops.
• Two models debut at $599.99 for the ROG Xbox Ally and $999.99 for the Ally X in the U.S., with Canadian pricing at $799 and $1,299 respectively, reflecting upgrades like a Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme APU, 24GB RAM and a 1TB SSD on the X.
• The Xbox PC app now surfaces handheld compatibility indicators on select titles, and ASUS released a refreshed Armoury Crate SE that also improves the experience for original ROG Ally owners.
• Launch-day game support includes Hogwarts Legacy gaining full handheld compatibility, DOOM: The Dark Ages adding a dedicated handheld preset with 720p/30fps and 1080p/60fps targets for Ally and Ally X when plugged in, and Roblox promoting an optimized handheld experience with touch and gamepad support.
• Microsoft outlined near-term Default Game Profiles to balance performance and battery use, plus early‑2026 additions such as Automatic Super Resolution and highlight reels for Ally X and docking enhancements, as early reviews praise performance and comfort but question price and software polish.