Gamers Get Early Access to Xbox ROG Ally X Ahead of Launch
BREAKING: Some gamers have received the highly anticipated Xbox ROG Ally X a full two weeks ahead of its scheduled launch on October 16, 2025. Early reviews are flooding social media, providing an exciting glimpse into this new gaming device co-developed by Microsoft and Asus’ Republic of Gamers.
Users who pre-ordered the device started sharing their experiences online, with one Reddit user, hmika59, posting a photo holding the console after ordering it from Amazon France. Their initial impressions were overwhelmingly positive, stating, “First impression: very light and comfortable.” They compared it to the Steam Deck, noting that it felt like “holding an Xbox controller.”
After testing the device for just an hour, they praised its ergonomics, although they expressed a slight disappointment with the absence of an OLED screen, stating they missed it “a bit.” Despite this, they noted that the performance exceeded that of the Steam Deck, though they found the Xbox mode not as user-friendly as SteamOS.
Another early adopter, Technical_Fun77, echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the console’s controlled weight and responsive Armoury Crate feature. They reported no latency issues and commended the superb battery life and quiet operation of the device, even at high thermal design power (TDP). However, they pointed out a limitation in installing emulators and non-Steam games in full-screen mode, stating they could only install games from official gaming platforms.
The ROG Xbox Ally X is priced at $999.99, while its standard version retails for $599.99. As the launch date approaches, gamers are eager to see how this new handheld compares to existing options in the market.
With early reviews generating buzz, the gaming community is poised to engage in discussions about this revolutionary device. Stay tuned for more updates as the launch date nears.
As the excitement builds, fans are encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences on social media. What do you think of the early reviews? Will you be pre-ordering the Xbox ROG Ally X?
