Microsoft Delays ROG Xbox Ally Pricing Reveal Amid Economic Uncertainty
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Microsoft and ASUS have confirmed an October 16 release date for the ROG Xbox Ally lineup, but delayed the pricing and pre-order details by a few weeks to assess current economic conditions.
Microsoft and ASUS made a splash at Gamescom by confirming that the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X will officially launch on October 16. Fans eager to lock in their pre-orders hit a roadblock when the companies announced that the pricing reveal is being delayed for a few weeks. According to reports from IGN, Microsoft and ASUS representatives stated that they need more time to evaluate the macroeconomic impact on the handhelds before finalizing a price point.
Previous leaks pointed to a potential release of pre-orders right alongside the Gamescom announcement, but ongoing economic instability has clearly thrown a wrench into those plans. Industry watchers have floated European price points ranging around €599 for the base model and €899 for the higher-end X version, which translates to roughly $700 and $1,050 USD. Given that Microsoft has already adjusted hardware and game prices across the ecosystem in response to recent market pressures, players are watching closely to see how competitive these new handheld devices will be against established rivals like the Steam Deck.
Both models are currently playable on the Gamescom show floor, giving attendees a chance to test the hardware even if the final cost remains a mystery. Microsoft has promised that pricing and pre-order details will arrive in the coming weeks, leaving prospective buyers waiting just a little longer to see how much room they need to clear in their budgets. As always, players navigating the ever-shifting hardware market should keep expectations measured until official numbers drop.
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Tags: Handheld Gaming, Xbox, ASUS, Hardware, PC Gaming
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