Image sources: VariousAlice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.New games for the Nintendo Switch usually cost $59.99, but Woot is discounting a substantial collection of must-haves through Oct. 31. Many of these titles match their lowest prices ever, which we expect to see during Black Friday, not in October. Included in this sale are discounts on essential titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, plus new releases like Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.Woot notes that some of the Switch games on sale aren’t the U.S. versions, but since the Switch is region-free (meaning games from any region work …

Graphic: Alice Newcome-Beill/Polygon | Source images: 8Bitdo, Corsair, BaseusThe Asus ROG Ally X is currently one of the most powerful handheld PCs currently available (the standard ROG Ally is no slouch, either). Compared to the Steam Deck, Asus’ handhelds are a better fit for gamers who want Windows OS on their handheld for superb game compatibility — especially those who like using non-Steam launchers like GOG and Xbox — as well as for those who want faster specs and high refresh rate screen tech.The accessory ecosystem has blossomed since the ROG Ally’s debut, more or less equaling the selection for the Steam Deck, which is great to see. And, thanks to the ROG Ally’s port location and design similarities to the Steam Deck, some accessories work just fine with either handheld.…