Top 5 games to play on your ROG Ally this summer
Written by Asus Accessories – the only store stocking 100% OEM parts and upgrades for the ROG Ally and Ally X.
Why the ROG Ally still rules handheld gaming in 2025
Republic of Gamers has spent nearly two decades chasing one goal: achieve desktop‑class performance out of portable hardware. The original ROG Ally proved that philosophy by pairing an AMD Z1 Extreme APU with a 120 Hz 1080p panel, then backing it with Armory Crate’s on‑the‑fly wattage profiles. The newer Ally X refines that formula—bigger 80 Wh battery, hall‑effect sticks, more comfortable grips—without changing the game compatibility list.
In other words, if a title runs on Windows, it runs on Ally. The trick is dialing in the right balance of resolution, FSR/DLSS upscaling, and wattage so you keep frame times smooth and thermals in check. The paragraphs below tell you what to set, what FPS to expect, and which accessory upgrades shave degrees off the GPU or squeeze an extra hour out of the battery!
1. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Why you should play – FromSoftware’s massive new expansion brings an entirely new area to explore, along with powerful Ash-Knight abilities. The lush environments can slow down less powerful handhelds, but the Ally handles it smoothly—especially when you turn on FSR 2 to boost performance.
Settings & performance
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Performance mode (15 W): set resolution to 1080p with FSR 2 Balanced, graphics preset “Medium,” and disable motion blur. You can average 46 fps in the most demanding boss arena.
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Turbo mode (30 W): bump to 1200p, swap FSR to Quality, and raise everything except Grass to High. Frame rate climbs to about 62 fps yet still stays under 85 °C with a decent fan curve.
Accessories that improve the run
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65 W OEM charger: the original power supply included with the Ally—compact, reliable, and fully optimized for safe fast charging on the go.
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Replacement joystick module: fresh, drift‑free precision for Malenia rematches.
2. Helldivers 2
Why you should play – This fast-paced co-op shooter is all about teamwork, big explosions, and defending the galaxy. With full cross-platform play and new updates rolling out this summer, it’s a perfect pick for playing with friends—whether you’re sharing a screen or linking up across multiple devices.
Settings & performance
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Drop resolution to 900p, flip FSR 3 to Performance and pick the Low preset for a rock‑solid ~55 fps at the 15 W profile.
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Switch to 30 W, lift resolution to 1080p with FSR 3 Balanced and Medium preset; you’ll hover near 70 fps even when mortar shells carpet the map.
Official Gear
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iBroz ROG Docking Station: one‑cable plug‑in to 144 Hz display, keyboard, LAN.
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Pro Raikiri controller: The extra rear paddles make complex commands easier to access, so you can react faster without moving your thumbs off the sticks.
3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Why you should play – Just released in April 2025, Oblivion revitalizes the classic with beautifully enhanced visuals, of course improved performance, and all the beloved content from the original game. If you missed it the first time around or have fond memories of exploring Cyrodiil, now is the perfect opportunity to jump in on your ROG Ally.
Recommended Performance Settings
- Start with 1280x720 (720p) for a noticeable performance boost while still maintaining decent visual clarity on the Ally's screen. You can experiment with 1600x900 (900p) if you prioritize sharpness, but expect lower frame rates, especially in demanding areas.
- Shadows: Set this to "Low" as shadows can be performance-intensive.
- Texture Quality: You can often push this to "Medium" without a significant performance impact.
With these settings, you can generally expect frame rates in the 30-50 FPS range in open-world areas, with potentially higher and more stable frame rates in dungeons and interior locations.
4. Tales of the Shire
Why you should play – If you’re looking for something slower-paced and cozy between epic battles, Tales of the Shire delivers. Set in the heart of Hobbiton, this peaceful life sim lets you garden, decorate your burrow, cook meals, and bond with your neighbors—all in a beautifully hand-drawn world. It’s a relaxing break from high-stakes combat, and it runs wonderfully on the ROG Ally, even at lower power profiles. Scheduled release: July 29, 2025.
Recommended settings
The game isn’t graphically intense, so even Performance mode (15 W) handles it with ease. Set the resolution to 1080p, use the “High” preset, and you’ll enjoy a smooth 60 fps consistently. This also means the Ally’s fan runs quieter and battery life stretches well beyond 3 hours.
5. Dragon’s Dogma 2
Why you should play – Capcom’s ambitious sequel is still one of the most sprawling open‑world adventures on PC, and even though it remains CPU‑heavy, each update chips away at the rough edges. The April 2025 title update (version 03.002.000) fixed quest‑block bugs and improved menu performance, making the game far more playable on handheld hardware—even if the big “CPU bottleneck” patch fans are hoping for hasn’t landed yet.
Smooth‑world stroll recipe
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Resolution: 900 p
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Upscaling: FSR 3 Balanced
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Preset: High, but drop Shadows to Low and turn Motion Blur Off
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Performance mode (15 W): ~45–48 fps in grassy field zones
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Turbo mode (30 W): skims 58–62 fps in the same spots
If you’re sensitive to micro‑stutter, set an in‑game limit of 50 fps and enable Half‑Rate V‑Sync in Armoury Crate; pacing becomes much smoother without taxing the battery.
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Rigid hardshell travel case: keeps the Ally safe when you’re not fighting ogres.
Thanks for reading!
Whether you’re slaying tree‑gods at 62 fps, defending Super‑Earth at 70 fps, or speed‑running Hades on a single charge, the Ally line still sets the bar for handheld Windows gaming in 2025. Every upgrade—fans, batteries, buttons, docks—comes straight from Asus, so fit and firmware are never in doubt.
Ready to game harder, cooler, and longer? Browse our complete ROG Ally X parts catalog for cooling solutions, charging gear, storage expansions, and every replaceable component from joysticks to back shells. Let Asus Accessories supply the parts that make the difference!