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Winsage

June 9, 2025

ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming devices are real and will be released during the 2025 holiday season

Microsoft unveiled its collaboration with ASUS’ ROG division, introducing the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming devices. Pricing details have not been disclosed, but they are expected to be similar to current ROG Ally systems, with the ROG Ally X potentially reaching up to 0. The devices will launch this holiday season in countries including Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United States. All games showcased will be playable on the Xbox Ally, although it is unclear if all titles will run natively. Users can play games from various platforms, including Battle.net, Steam, GOG, and Ubisoft Connect, with integration of Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere. The handhelds feature a full-screen Xbox user interface and include accessibility features from Xbox consoles and PCs. Both models run on Windows 11, with the Xbox Ally equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage, while the Xbox Ally X has an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. They share a seven-inch 1080p display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The Xbox Ally weighs 670g and the Xbox Ally X weighs 715g, with dimensions of 290.8 x 121.5 x 50.7mm. Both support video output through two USB-C ports, with the Xbox Ally X featuring a ThunderBolt 4 compatible port.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

Microsoft Finally Gets Into the Handheld Game With ROG Xbox Ally

Microsoft unveiled its new handheld gaming consoles, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, during the Summer Game Fest on June 8. Both models feature a design resembling a pair of controllers attached to a wide screen and are expected to launch this holiday season. They will operate on Windows 11 and allow for gaming through remote play, cloud gaming, or directly on the device, providing access to a wide range of PC games and popular applications. Initial impressions of the consoles have been positive, with reports highlighting their comfortable design and gameplay experience. Microsoft aims to compete with existing handheld devices like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, and the Ally will debut with popular titles, including Roblox.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

ROG Xbox Ally From Asus and Microsoft Arrives Holiday 2025

Microsoft announced the ROG Xbox Ally, a handheld gaming device developed with Asus, during the Xbox Games Showcase. It will launch later this year in two models: the standard ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X. The ROG Xbox Ally features: - AMD Ryzen Z2A processor - 16GB RAM - 512GB storage The ROG Xbox Ally X features: - AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor - 24GB RAM - 1TB storage Both models run on Windows 11 Home, have a 7" FHD display, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.4. The standard model weighs 670g with a 60Wh battery, while the X model weighs 715g with an 80Wh battery. Pricing is anticipated to be around 0, with a release expected during the holiday season. Additionally, the game Silksong will be available at the time of the device's release.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

A new Game of Thrones RTS is coming to PC in 2026

Playside Studios has announced a new real-time strategy game titled Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, set to launch on Steam in 2026. Players can take command of Great Houses or the Night King to conquer the Seven Kingdoms in solo or multiplayer modes. The game is available for wishlist on Steam. Playside Studios is Australia's largest video game developer, known for titles like Dumb Ways to Die and Age of Darkness: Final Stand. Game director Ryan McMahon emphasized the game's focus on themes of trust, power, and betrayal, aiming to capture the emotional weight and unpredictability of the Game of Thrones universe.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Game of Thrones strategy game War for Westeros announced for PC

The game titled "War for Westeros" was unveiled during the Summer Game Fest in Los Angeles on June 6th, with a release date set for 2026. It draws inspiration from George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series and allows players to command armies from House Stark, House Lannister, House Targaryen, or the Night King. The gameplay features real-time strategy battles, unique faction strategies, and a variety of units, including infantry, cavalry, siege engines, giants, and dragons. Players can traverse the realm from the Wall to King’s Landing, engage in skirmishes or longer campaigns, and their decisions will impact the narrative. A trailer depicts Jon Snow's death and resurrection as a wight, showcasing the game's dynamic storytelling. Additionally, multiple TV spin-offs from the Game of Thrones universe are in development, including the third season of "House of the Dragon" and a new series titled "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms."

AppWizard

June 6, 2025

Amazon Prime Members Get These 9 Free Games In June

Amazon has announced the lineup of PC games for Prime Gaming in June, which includes: - Available Now: - Mordheim: City of the Damned (GOG code) - The Abandoned Planet (Amazon Games app) - June 12: - Station to Station (Amazon Games app) - Death Squared (GOG code) - June 19: - Dark Envoy (GOG code) - Fate: Undiscovered Realms (GOG code) - June 26: - Thief: Deadly Shadows (GOG code) - Jupiter Hell (GOG code) - Gallery of Things: Reveries (Legacy games code) Additionally, Prime subscribers will have access to games via the Prime Gaming Luna channel, including titles such as Batman: Arkham Knight, Lego DC Super-Villains, and Fallout New Vegas: Ultimate Edition. Games claimed through Prime Gaming remain permanently in the user's library, even if the subscription ends.

AppWizard

June 5, 2025

Summer Game Fest 2025 preview: The big games and developers to expect at Friday’s livestream

E3 has transitioned into the Summer Game Fest, led by Geoff Keighley, featuring a livestream on June 6 at 2 pm Pacific on YouTube. New developers include Raw Power Games, working on a medieval sandbox game, and Soft Rains, developing a sci-fi action game. Big studios like 505 Games, 2K Games, Bandai Namco, Capcom, CD Projekt, Embark, IO Interactive, Square Enix, Techland, Xbox, PlayStation, Epic Games, Pearl Abyss, and Sega are expected to showcase new titles or updates. Additional partners include 1047 Games, Amazon Games, Annapurna Interactive, Atari, Bellring Games, Blumhouse Games, Coffee Stain, Devolver Digital, Dotemu, Dreamhaven, Enhance, Focus Entertainment, Frontier, Funcom, iam8bit Presents, Kakao Games, Kinetic Games, Kuro Games, Level Infinite, Magic the Gathering, Megabit, Meta Quest, Mundfish, NCSoft, Nekki, Neowiz, Netmarble, Niantic, Nintendo Switch 2, Nuverse, Playstack, PlaySide, PM Studios, Razer, Supermassive Games, Xsolla, and Yacht Club Games. An "intense body horror" game titled ILL and beta access to Soulframe will also be featured, with Hideo Kojima confirmed to attend.

BetaBeacon

June 3, 2025

Forget PS3, you can already emulate these PS4 games

The ShadPS4 emulator has expanded its compatibility list, allowing users to play popular titles such as Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition and Guilty Gear Xrd REV 2. The emulator is still in early stages, with potential graphical glitches and crashes, but marks a significant achievement in PS4 game emulation on Windows.

AppWizard

June 2, 2025

Singleplayer Elden Ring Nightreign is no longer hell to play, but it’s still a compromised game of 30-minute boss runbacks

The author, known as Mr. Antisocial Souls, typically prefers solo gaming, especially with FromSoftware titles, but found Elden Ring Nightreign's multiplayer aspect engaging. Initially expecting to play solo, they discovered that the single-player experience highlighted the game's flaws. Recent patches have improved solo gameplay, making it more enjoyable, although challenges remain, such as navigating the interface and dealing with punishing RNG. The game’s boss encounters are designed for teams, making solo play feel more difficult and disheartening. Improvements include balanced self-revivals and enemy health adjustments, enhancing solo playability. However, the author suggests limiting solo play to 15% of total gaming time for optimal enjoyment, as the experience is better with a team.

AppWizard

May 27, 2025

PC Games Arrive On Smartphone: RedMagic 10S Pro Series With Built-In PC Emulator Launched

RedMagic has launched the RedMagic 10S Pro and RedMagic 10S Pro+ in China, featuring a built-in PC emulator for running Steam and Epic Games launchers. Both models are powered by a 3nm octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. They include RedMagic’s Red Core R3 Pro processors and advanced liquid metal cooling technology. The camera setup consists of a dual rear camera with a 50MP primary and a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, plus a 16MP front camera. They run on RedMagic AI OS 10.5 based on Android 15. Pricing for the RedMagic 10S Pro includes: - Dark Knight/Day Warrior: 12GB RAM + 256GB storage - CNY 4,999 - 16GB RAM + 512GB storage - CNY 5,499 - Deuterium Front Transparent Silver Wing: 12GB RAM + 256GB storage - CNY 5,299 - 16GB RAM + 512GB storage - CNY 5,799 - Mingchao Limited Edition: 16GB RAM + 512GB storage - CNY 5,999 Pricing for the RedMagic 10S Pro+ includes: - Dark Quantum: 16GB RAM + 512GB storage - CNY 5,999 - 16GB RAM + 256GB storage - CNY 6,299 - 24GB RAM + 1TB storage - CNY 7,499 Both models feature a 6.85-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 2,000 nits, and a touch sampling rate of up to 960Hz. The RedMagic 10S Pro has a 7050mAh battery with 80W fast charging, while the Pro+ has a 7500mAh battery with 120W fast charging. All models are available for order in China, with the Mingchao Limited Edition launching in June 2025.