CES 2025: Handheld Gaming Takes Center Stage
CES 2025 showcased exciting new consoles and accessories, with a particular focus on handheld gaming. A purported Nintendo Switch 2 prototype even made private appearances, generating significant buzz.
New PlayStation 5 Accessories in Midnight Black
Sony expanded its popular Midnight Black PS5 collection with four new accessories:
- DualSense Edge wireless controller - $199.99 USD
- PlayStation Elite wireless headset - $149.99 USD
- PlayStation Explore wireless earbuds - $199.99 USD
- PlayStation Portal remote player - $199.99 USD
Pre-orders begin January 16th, 2025, at 10 am local time, with a release date of February 20th, 2025. Regional availability may vary.
Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on the Go
Lenovo unveiled the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Boasting an 8-inch VRR1 screen, adjustable triggers, hall-effect joysticks, and cloud save/remote play functionality, the Legion Go S provides seamless PC-to-handheld gaming.
The device offers full access to the Steam ecosystem, including your library, cloud saves, chat, and more. System updates are handled directly through SteamOS.
The SteamOS version launches in May 2025 at $499.99 USD, while a Windows version will be available earlier in January 2025, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed work on a SteamOS beta for other handheld devices.
Beyond the Headlines
Other notable announcements included Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. The rumored Nintendo Switch 2 remained unconfirmed despite reports of private showcases at CES. The handheld gaming sector clearly remains a hotbed of innovation.
