In gaming, Asus reportedly joins forces with Xbox to make an interesting new device that merges the best of both modes regarding gaming: Windows and Xbox. If this new device is released in 2025 like it intends to, then portable gaming will be redefined. Here are all the details we know about this highly promising partnership.
Today in this article we will discuss the new era of handheld gaming, its design and performance, and when it will be released.
A New Era for Handheld Gaming
Gaming has become very, very popular, and devices like the Nintendo Switch and Valve’s Steam Deck reign supreme. A well-known name in gaming laptops and gadgets, Asus is on debut with an ambitious product. It has been reported Asus is working on an Xbox-branded Windows handheld console.
The combination of portability and gaming experience of the Xbox ecosystem, together with its flexibility and power of Windows, this device will provide gamers with an exceptional gaming on-the-go experience.
What Will It Offer?
The handheld device is expected to be a hybrid: It will have Windows features and it will have Xbox features. With this in hand, players won’t just get the use of those Xbox games, as they will also be able to use Windows apps on this device, which is much wider in spectrum compared to any other handheld console.
Xbox Game Pass integration is expected on the console for streaming and downloading a variety of games including new releases, right into the device. With Game Pass, players will have access to practically an infinite number of Xbox games to play.
Additionally, the device is probably going to play well with cloud gaming via Xbox Cloud Gaming (formerly known as Project xCloud) and allow players to stream their favorite Xbox game without the need for powerful hardware.
Among the interesting aspects of this handheld device will be that it will somehow have a full Windows experience.
Design and Performance
Asus’ expertise in hardware should be used to bring a premium experience. But the company has a good reputation for creating high-performance gaming laptops and accessories and therefore it is likely the handheld will feature accordingly. You will be expecting a sleek, ergonomic design with comfortable long gaming session controls.
The high-resolution display, with possibly high refresh rates, will contribute to making the display very smooth. Also, most likely, it will have perfect specs like a strong processor, a big battery that will play for hours and now, and it should be said, it should be field proven.
The Power of Xbox and Windows Together
The biggest thing about this handheld is that not only is it integrated with Xbox, but also has Windows features. It’s well known that Xbox is a platform with a distinct gaming ecosystem that includes exclusive titles, multiplayer features, and a seamless connection to Game Pass.
However, Windows has been a venerable operating system for decades with support for gamers and professionals looking for an array of software and games. Asus and Xbox are bringing both of these ecosystems together in a single device because it can be used as a handheld that appeals to both console and PC gamers.
When Will It Be Released?
Although there is no definite release date for the device, reports suggest that Asus and Xbox will launch the handheld device in 2025. Thus, the companies have more than enough time to refine the product to match the high expectations of the gamers. It will come soon in the market
