If you've recently gotten yourself a PC gaming handheld and are excited to play some games that run well on it, then I've got you covered. I've looked for Cyber Monday deals for games that we at Windows Central have played on Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, or Legion Go and made a list of the top 7 titles to play on handhelds.
For instance, Ghost of Tsushima came to PC earlier this year, and I really enjoyed playing it on my ROG Ally. It usually sells for $59.99, but it's currently only $39.49 at CDKeys (Steam code). Time is running out to get these discounted Cyber Monday game deals, so let's dive in and discuss the other game deals that are still available and play well on gaming handhelds.
UPDATE Dec. 3 at 8:26 a.m. PT: Some of the prices have changed slightly, but all of the games that I previously selected are still on sale for better prices than you'd find at Steam. I made a few updates to the page and deleted the deals listed for gaming handhelds since they're back to full price.
Deal quick list
- Hogwarts Legacy was
$59.99now $15.89 at CDKeys - Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut was
$59.99now $39.49 at CDKeys - Elden Ring was
$63.69now $36.29 at CDKeys - Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered was
$59.99now $24.89 at CDKeys - Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden was
$49.99now $22.89 at CDKeys - Star Wars Outlaws was
$69.99now $30.59 at CDKeys - Balatro was
$14.99now $9.59 at CDKeys - BONUS: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months): was
$49.99now $29.29 at CD Keys
Cyber Monday game deals for handhelds
Note: Some games can be played on the more powerful ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, or Legion Go, but not on Steam Deck. I'll be sure to note if Steam Deck can handle a game. If you're playing on ROG Ally, I highly recommend you increase VRAM to 6G and then go through the steps to enable AFMF for the smoothest playing experience.
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Grab some discounted games to play on your handheld this Cyber Monday
Ever since I got my gaming handhelds, I've done most of my PC gaming on my couch or in bed. I also love that I can travel with these devices to entertain myself during flights, car trips, or in my hotel room.
Recently, I had to travel for work, and I was able to play Ghost of Tsushima (which came to PC this year) on my ROG Ally X while on the plane. The game runs really well on ROG Ally, Steam Deck, and Legion Go. You play as Jin Sakai, a former samurai whose home has been invaded by Mongols, and he has to choose whether to adopt new stealth tactics or stick to his more honorable ones while trying to protect his people. Right now, this game costs only $39.49 on CDKeys (Steam code).
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Now, if you're looking for more of a challenge, then I cannot recommend Elden Ring enough. This single-player RPG took the world by storm last year, and this year the new Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has also been incredibly well received. The base game is selling for $35.39 at CDKeys (Steam code). Meanwhile, the DLC is also on sale for just $36.79 at CDKeys (Steam code).
Anyone looking for a more light-hearted game should check out Hogwarts Legacy. It beautifully captures student life at the magical school of witchcraft and wizardry that Harry Potter attends (in later years). This magical adventure was a huge hit when it was released, and it's currently just $15.89 at CDKeys (Steam code).
Superhero games can be really hit or miss, but arguably the best one in recent years is Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered. Playing as Peter Parker, you have to balance your work, school, and personal life while taking down New York City's supervillains. You can get this game for $24.89 at CDKeys (Steam code).
More of a sci-fi person than a superhero person? Then you might want to check out Star Wars Outlaws. In this adventure, you play scoundrel Kay Vess as she interacts with leaders of the criminal underworld on various planets. Your goal is to prep for a big heist and break into various fortresses along the way. It's currently only $30.59 at CDKeys (Steam code)
Of course, if you're more interested in a more spooky story, I recommend you check out Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden. This game has you playing as a pair of lovers who come to a town in New England in order to rid it of evil specters. It's rather artsy at times, and you'll have to make tough decisions that affect the story. Grab it for $22.89 at CDKeys (Steam code) while it's on sale.
Finally, I'll end on the card game that the majority of the Windows Central gaming team has become obsessed with this year — Balatro. As my colleague Jen said, it's like playing poker, but instead of playing against others, you're playing in an attempt to score higher against yourself. The mechanics are extremely fun. Best of all, it's only a mere $9.59 at CDKeys (Steam code).
What are the best games to play on PC gaming handhelds?
This really depends on your gaming preferences and which handheld you have. There are thousands of games that play well on Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Legion Go. Typically, games with simple graphics run the smoothest. However, these devices can also handle some more graphically intensive games that have good lower settings options. The ROG Ally and Legion Go have more powerful processors than the Steam Deck, so they tend to handle more graphically demanding games better than Steam Deck unless a game has specifically been optimized for Valve's handheld.
I've played dozens of games on my handhelds, and I've found that several of them are fun to play on these portable devices, including Elden Ring, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Hogwarts Legacy, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, Balatro, and more.
If you have a Steam Deck, keep an eye out for games that are marked "Steam Deck Verified," as they are more likely to run smoothly.
What is the best PC gaming handheld?
I've spent a lot of time with Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go and so I've been able to tell that they each have different pros and cons.
Steam Deck is the most affordable and has the simplest interface, but it isn't powerful enough to run all PC games.
ROG Ally costs more than Steam Deck, but less than Legion Go. It has a powerful AMD Z1 Extreme processor that can handle more games than Steam Deck can. It's often found on sale during Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. This is the handheld I recommend to people who will be playing more graphically demanding games.
Finally, the Legion Go is more expensive than Steam Deck and ROG Ally. However, it has a gorgeous, massive screen and detachable controllers. If you'd like to use your handheld in tablet mode than this is the one to get.
Can gaming handhelds play all PC games?
It depends on the PC gaming handheld. Steam Deck has the lowest specs of the three main devices so unless a game has been optimized for it, it might not run well. Plus, Steam Deck is designed to only play games from your Steam library out of the box.
Meanwhile, Legion Go and ROG Ally both run Windows 11 and so they can access various gaming services including Steam, Battle.net, Epic Games, and much more. They also have a more powerful processor than Steam Deck, so more games can be played on ROG Ally or Legion Go.
When does Cyber Monday start?
Technically, Cyber Monday starts on the Monday after Thanksgiving and Black Friday. This year, it's on Dec. 2. However, some retailers already start pushing Cyber Monday deals starting late Saturday or the Sunday before Cyber Monday.
When does Cyber Monday end?
The actual end of Cyber Monday is technically on the Tuesday after Cyber Monday. At that Cinderella moment, many retailers will pull the plug on their best deals. However, some retailers will also keep Cyber Monday deals going until Christmas. If you see a Cyber Monday deal that is really good, you might wan to grab it right away in case the discount ends.
