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Xbox's everyday glow: a 2026 fan’s take on the console's momentum
gaming19 days ago

Xbox's everyday glow: a 2026 fan’s take on the console's momentum

Despite persistent online negativity about Xbox's long-term prospects, Jez Corden argues that the current day-to-day Xbox experience in 2026 is thriving: a richer ecosystem with regular console updates, strong Xbox Ally handhelds, Play Anywhere integration, and Game Pass value, plus ongoing updates to legacy games. With a robust lineup of upcoming titles (Fable, Gears: E-Day, Halo Campaign Evolved, Forza Horizon 6) and retroactive improvements, the platform feels vibrant now even if future challenges remain.

via Windows Central|
#backward-compatibility#game-pass#gaming
Xbox Ally expands Default Game Profiles with two dozen new titles to boost performance and battery life
hardware21 days ago

Xbox Ally expands Default Game Profiles with two dozen new titles to boost performance and battery life

Xbox is expanding Default Game Profiles for the Xbox Ally and Ally X, adding over two dozen titles that apply per-game tweaks (power use, TDP, and frame-rate targets) to improve performance and extend battery life when games run through the Xbox app; notable additions include Forza Horizon 6 and Halo: Spartan Assault, though not all games support both devices yet (e.g., Invincible VS and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II), and the feature remains limited to Xbox app titles on handhelds with more titles expected to follow.

via Windows Central|
#default-game-profiles#forza-horizon-6#handheld-gaming-pc
Xbox mobile app adds Wishlist alerts; Ally handhelds gain dock-to-TV features
gaming24 days ago

Xbox mobile app adds Wishlist alerts; Ally handhelds gain dock-to-TV features

Microsoft launches a May 2026 update wave: the Xbox mobile app on iOS/Android gets Wishlist Alerts to notify you of game launches, pre-installs, DLCs, or sales, while the Asus ROG Xbox Ally handhelds gain docked features that send gameplay to a TV, auto-enable low-latency modes on compatible smart TVs, and introduce a display widget, easier controller pairing, and PC-style cursor navigation—building on prior updates like Automatic Super Resolution Boost and a PC app interface revamp.

via TrueAchievements|
#auto-low-latency#dock-to-tv#gaming
technology1 month ago

Xbox's Open Platform Vision: Creators, Customization, and Affordability

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlines an open, creator-friendly future for Xbox, emphasizing personalization and broader creation on the platform. The plan pairs openness with affordability, including adjustments like lowering the Ultimate tier price for Game Pass, and marks branding shifts away from Microsoft Gaming. She also notes that storefront choices (e.g., any potential Epic storefronts on Xbox) will be revisited with partners as plans evolve, and the discussions around the Xbox Ally handheld will be reevaluated with teams and partners.

via Insider Gaming|
#asha-sharma#game-pass#open-platform
Xbox’s February Update Unlocks 1440p Cloud Gaming and More QoL Tweaks
gaming2 months ago

Xbox’s February Update Unlocks 1440p Cloud Gaming and More QoL Tweaks

Microsoft’s February Xbox update adds 1440p cloud streaming to Series X|S, One X, and One S, improves shader handling with an Advanced Shader Delivery Indicator, and enhances storage formatting for Xbox Ally. It also brings console-like audio cues to the Xbox PC app and previews new cloud gaming UI alongside the Postgame Recaps feature for Insiders, delivering across-console, PC, and cloud improvements without major feature overhauls.

via Windows Central|
#1440p#cloud-gaming#gaming
Resident Evil Village lands on Xbox PC and Xbox Ally but PC side is currently broken
gaming4 months ago

Resident Evil Village lands on Xbox PC and Xbox Ally but PC side is currently broken

Resident Evil Village arrived on Xbox Game Pass and is playable on Xbox PC and Xbox Ally with Xbox Play Anywhere support, but the PC version is currently unusable: the Xbox PC app installs only a 10 MB container with no game, saves can sync from Series X|S, and attempting to launch gives a “This game has crashed” message, highlighting ongoing Xbox PC store/Play Anywhere inconsistencies as the rollout continues.

via Windows Central|
#gaming#resident-evil-village#xbox-ally
Ultimate Guide to the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally: Tips, Reviews, and Top Games
technology5 months ago

Ultimate Guide to the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally: Tips, Reviews, and Top Games

The article provides a comprehensive starter guide for the Xbox Ally handheld gaming device, emphasizing the importance of updating all software, understanding button functions, enabling offline permissions, adjusting operating modes for optimal performance, activating Battery Care mode, installing useful apps, and considering accessories to enhance the gaming experience.

via Windows Central|
#gaming#handheld-pc#settings
Improve Xbox/ROG Ally Performance by Disabling CPU Boost
technology5 months ago

Improve Xbox/ROG Ally Performance by Disabling CPU Boost

Disabling CPU Boost on handheld gaming PCs like Xbox Ally and ASUS ROG Ally can improve game performance, reduce heat, and extend battery life by preventing thermal throttling and inconsistent frame rates, especially in GPU-heavy titles. The process is simple through Armoury Crate SE, allowing users to toggle between raw speed and cooler, smoother gameplay based on their needs.

via Windows Central|
#cpu-boost#handheld-gaming-pcs#performance-optimization
Amazon and Retailers Offer Major Discounts on Xbox Ally and Handheld Consoles for the Holidays
technology5 months ago

Amazon and Retailers Offer Major Discounts on Xbox Ally and Handheld Consoles for the Holidays

The Xbox Ally, a competitive handheld gaming device for Xbox and PC games, is now available at a discounted price of $489, down from $599.99, offering reliable performance, a 7-inch display, and support for cloud gaming services, making it a strong alternative to the Steam Deck, especially for cloud gaming enthusiasts.

via Windows Central|
#cloud-gaming#gaming-console#handheld-gaming
Microsoft's Xbox Ally Handheld Gains Trust and Promises Future Innovation
technology5 months ago

Microsoft's Xbox Ally Handheld Gains Trust and Promises Future Innovation

The author reports improved trust in Microsoft's Xbox Ally handheld after recent updates, especially regarding sleep mode reliability, which is crucial for portable gaming. While the Xbox Ally X shows promising sleep performance, the vanilla Xbox Ally still faces issues like spontaneous wake-ups and charging problems, likely due to its AMD Z2 A chip. Overall, Microsoft appears to be making progress, and the device may become a more viable option for handheld gaming, especially if sleep issues are fully resolved.

via The Verge|
#battery-life#handheld-gaming#software-updates