@Elder - I have the ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, and am very happy with it. In fact, I use it more than my PS5.
However, if battery life is something you're concerned about, then the ROG Ally X would be the way to go.
To add to what Tea said, the Ally is a Windows-based device... So, you'll be dealing with Win 11, which may or may not be a good thing depending on how you feel about Windows.
There's also quite a lot of initial setup. Apps need installing and updating, Windows needs updating, etc...
In terms of compatibility with other platforms, as well as hardware capability, then the Ally would be good for you: Gamepass, EA Play, Ubisoft Connect, GOG, Steam... Being a Windows-based device, it can run them all! Hope this helps. Sorry for the essay...
Look Steamdeck is highly optimised and great if you have an expanded steam library that would be your choice but for game pass and other platforms you want to use, ASUS is the winner, just may not be as optimsed a gaming handheld experience
Help a veteran here because I don’t which way to lean. I’m very interested in getting a handheld PC. There is an endless selection and after doing some research it seems that the Steam Deck is an obvious choice, but seeing that it doesn’t support Game Pass PC, which handheld will deliver better and or equal to Steam’s device and running Game Pass PC without all the tedious setups and modding. From the box, I want to remove the device and start playing.
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A sports collection to get the whole family moving!
Get moving with Soccer, Volleyball, Bowling, Tennis, Badminton, and Chambara (swordplay) using Joy-Con™ controllers!
Controls are intuitive, so you can hit the court (or lanes, or field, or arena) and get started. With controlled motions you can curve your bowling ball, add spin to a tennis shot, or even use a Joy-Con with the included Leg Strap accessory to kick the ball in a Soccer Shoot-Out. Family and friends can join in on the fun on the same system* or online**. Plus a seventh sport is planned to be added via a free update this fall; get ready to Golf!
FEATURES
Swing, kick, spike, and bowl your way to victory in six sports.
Play Soccer, Volleyball, Bowling, Tennis, Badminton, and Chambara (swordplay).
Motion controls will get you moving and help turn your real-world actions into in-game movements.
Use the Leg Strap accessory to kick the ball in a Soccer Shoot-Out or, after a free update this summer, in Soccer matches as well.
Play online** and challenge random opponents to earn in-game rewards like clothing, gear and much more or reach the Pro League.
Play with friends and family locally* or online**—in some sports, you and a friend can even team up on the same system to take on other teams online.
Golf is planned to be added via a free update this fall.
Party with friends and family in the same room or across the world
Bowl, spike, and duel with friends in all six sports!
Pass a Joy-Con controller to a friend* for some 1v1, 2v2, or a free-for-all that will get everyone moving. In Bowling, all players can bowl simultaneously—no waiting for your turn. Play each sport online**, or team up with a friend on the same system to take on opponents near and far in team sports like Volleyball and Tennis.
Play online and face opponents near and far to earn in-game rewards or aim for the Pro League
Face off against opponents worldwide and strive to reach the Pro League in every sport.
As you play online** in random matchmaking, redeem points you earn for in-game rewards like outfits, sports accessories, gear, and much more for your avatar. The selection of items will rotate each week, so check back and see what’s in stock!
SPECIFICATIONS
System: Nintendo Switch
Anticipated Release date: 29 April 2022
Age rating: TBC
Genre: Sports, Multiplayer, Party
Players: 1-4
Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Dutch,
Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese
Publisher: Nintendo
Developer: Nintendo
Controllers: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Supported Play Modes: Handheld mode, Tabletop mode, TV mode*****
*Be aware of your surroundings. Wear wrist straps and allow adequate room around you during
game play.
**Additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Sold separately.
***Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for
online features. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features.
****Software update required
*****The Nintendo Switch console supports all 3 modes of play; the Nintendo Switch Lite console
only supports Handheld mode.