I tried Windows 11's new handheld gaming mode on the Xbox Ally — will this save gaming on Windows handhelds?

We take our first look at how Microsoft is improving and optimizing Windows 11 for small handheld gaming PCs like the upcoming Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. There's some interesting stuff here!

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/i-tried-windows-11s-new-handheld-gaming-mode-on-the-xbox-ally-will-this-save-gaming-on-windows-handhelds

Created 9h | Aug 21, 2025, 3:20:29 PM


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