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[–] lvxferre@mander.xyz 175 points 3 weeks ago (20 children)

Microsoft is already responding to the potential shift. The upcoming ROG Xbox Ally X handheld from Microsoft and ASUS will reportedly ship with a gaming-optimized version of Windows 11 with a dedicated Xbox UI and interface that aims to streamline the experience while boosting in-game performance and overall handheld efficiency.

Given how much Microsoft wants to shove AI tools every where in Windows, I don't think this optimisation will make much of a difference.

[–] DebatableRaccoon@lemmy.ca 22 points 3 weeks ago (4 children)

Given the popularity of the Steam Deck, the Xbox handheld would have to come free with the purchase of any Xbox exclusive game to stand a chance in that sphere, I think. The fact that it's Win11 immediately turns me off and I say this as someone who still uses Windows.

[–] sp3ctr4l@lemmy.dbzer0.com 7 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

lol, what is this 'Xbox Exclusive Game' you speak of, in 2025?

[–] DebatableRaccoon@lemmy.ca 10 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

A hypothetical one, of course

[–] woelkchen@lemmy.world 1 points 3 weeks ago

Microsoft has plenty of console exclusives, so they are on PlayStation and Switch but not Windows for whatever reason. Crash Team Racing Nitro Fueled is one I'm confused why they don't trust their own platform with.

That said, they don't trust their own Windows on ARM devices either and those should definitely be capable enough to run games that come to Switch.

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