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How to Play Half Sword on Your ROG Ally

How to Install and Play Half Sword on Your ROG Ally

April 19, 2025
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Gaming on handheld devices like the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X has never been easier, especially when it comes to accessing exciting new titles like Half Sword.

If you've been wondering how to play Half Sword on ROG Ally, look no further!

This simple guide walks you through the installation process step by step.

What You'll Need

  • A ROG Ally or ROG Ally X device
  • Steam installed on your device
  • Internet connection

Installation Steps

  1. Launch Steam on your ROG Ally or ROG Ally X
  2. Search for "Half Sword" in the Steam search bar
  3. Locate the game in the search results
  4. Click the download button for the Halfsword Demo (only available way to play right now)
  5. Choose your installation location when prompted
  6. Wait for the download and installation to complete
  7. Launch the game from your Steam library

It's really that simple to get Half Sword on your ROG Ally - especially since its a free demo right now.

Final Thoughts

This installation method may change when the full version or early access release becomes available.

If you're interested in medieval combat games, this title is definitely worth checking out on your ROG Ally.

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FAQs

Some frequently asked question ROG Ally users have.

Can I play Xbox games on ROG Ally?

While the main attraction of the ROG Ally lies in its capacity to download and play games directly on the device, its Windows platform opens up even more possibilities.

With Xbox Cloud Gaming, you can effortlessly access a vast library of games.

Simply launch the Xbox app or navigate to Xbox.com/play using the pre-installed Edge browser, and you'll be streaming your favorite games in just a few moments.

When did the ROG Ally come out?

The ROG Ally came out in July 13th 2023.

Can you connect a controller to ASUS ROG Ally?

Yes

You can connect a controller to the ASUS ROG Ally

Does the ROG Ally have a touch screen?

Yes

The ROG Ally has a 7-inch 120hz 1080p screen that is also a touch screen.

What are the different versions of ROG Ally?

There is a Z1 Extreme ROG Ally & a base Z1 ROG Ally.

We have a guide telling you the differences between the ROG Allys.

What systems can ROG Ally emulate?

The ROG Ally can emulate the PS2, PS3, Xbox Series X, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PS Vita, PS5, & more.

Can I use ROG Ally as a computer?

Yup, it is pretty much a PC.

Just connect your dock of choice or connect to the ROG Ally via bluetooth with all your accessories and start doing work or gaming!

How do you make ROG Ally faster?

A few simple steps will let you.

With some caveats...

Use the control center button on the left side of the ASUS ROG Ally and change the operating mode to Turbo when your ROG Ally is plugged in.