Xbox has unveiled its Gamescom 2025 plans, showcasing 20+ titles and offering attendees early access to test the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds. According to Dealabs’ Billbil-kun, reservations for both devices will open on August 20, coinciding with the event’s start date. The leak also reaffirms European pricing at €599 (Ally) and €899 (Ally X), though global rates remain unconfirmed.

Xbox’s August 20–21 livestreams may formally disclose regional pricing and pre-order details. Alternatively, announcements could arrive earlier during the Gamescom ONL showcase on August 19, potentially paired with a launch date reveal for the handhelds.

Speculation around the ROG Xbox Ally’s release ties into discussions about Hollow Knight Silksong’s launch. The device’s reveal trailer featured Silksong gameplay, and Xbox’s Gamescom lineup includes a playable demo of the title on the Ally. Fans theorize the handheld’s launch timing aligns with Silksong’s debut, as the event precedes The Game Awards—a likely window for the game’s arrival.

With Gamescom 2025 poised to highlight hardware and software updates, industry watchers await confirmation on how Xbox’s handheld strategy unfolds alongside anticipated game releases.