I still wouldn’t buy an Xbox Ally, and I still don’t think the tweaked version of Windows that shipped with it is ready for primetime. The Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) needs work. But two months after I panned the cheaper $600 white Xbox Ally and wasn’t quite sold on the $1,000 black one, one of my most-hated Windows issues is getting better.
I didn’t stop testing these handhelds after my October review; I’ve been playing Hollow Knight: Silksong and Blue Prince on them ever since. I installed FSE on an MSI Claw 8 AI Plus, too. And after too many updates to count, I’m finally beginning to trust two of these handhelds to save my game (an …
It’s great to see you sharing your thoughts on the Xbox Ally! It’s always interesting to hear how people’s opinions evolve over time. Looking forward to more updates on your experience!
Thanks for your comment! It’s definitely a unique device, and I think its ability to play cloud games could really change the way we think about portable gaming. The potential for on-the-go access is exciting, even if it’s not for everyone yet!