
The reveal video only mentioned that the device will be powered by a custom AMD chip and be compatible with ASUS’ lineup of external GPU/PSUs used in laptops. Then restart the Steam Deck and install Windows 10 OS on the flash drive. Select USB as the Boot Device by using the D-pad on Steam Deck. You can also use a USB to Type-C adapter Enter the Boot menu by pressing the Volume Down + Power buttons. The ROG Ally was revealed via a three-minute video but unfortunately, we did not get any specs for the new handheld. First, you’ll have to plug the Type-C USB flash drive into the Steam Deck. The new handheld console is called the ROG Ally, under the Republic of Gamers label. However, the new handheld is not an April Fool’s joke. Many didn’t believe the announcement at first since it was done on the 1st of April, when everything you read online should be taken with a grain of salt. The new handheld promises twice the performance of the Steam Deck.Īt the start of April ASUS announced that it is developing a new handheld console to rival the Steam Deck. Games That Are Not Compatible With SteamOS: Secondly, Steam Deck will not be able to run.


Rival companies looking to enter the handheld market must compare themselves to Valve’s handheld as a benchmark - and it seems Asus is one of the first to enter the ring. Valve’s Steam Deck has been one of the truly successful handheld consoles in the market.
