CES 2025 Showcases Handheld Gaming Advancements and New Accessories
CES 2025 highlighted significant developments in handheld gaming, featuring new consoles and accessories alongside rumors of a potential Nintendo Switch successor. Let's delve into the key announcements.
Sony's Midnight Black PS5 Accessory Expansion
Sony unveiled a stylish expansion to its Midnight Black PS5 collection. Building on the existing DualSense controller and console covers, the new lineup includes:
- 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 general availability set for February 20th, 2025. Regional variations in release dates may apply.
Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on a Handheld
Lenovo introduced the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Boasting an 8-inch VRR1-supported screen, adjustable triggers, hall-effect joysticks, and cloud save functionality, the device offers seamless integration with the Steam ecosystem.
Priced at $499.99 USD (SteamOS version, available May 2025), a Windows-based variant will launch earlier in January 2025, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed ongoing efforts to expand SteamOS compatibility to other handheld devices.
Beyond the Headliners: Other CES 2025 Highlights
Other notable announcements included Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. The show also saw persistent, yet unconfirmed, rumors surrounding a Nintendo Switch 2 prototype, generating considerable buzz. However, Nintendo remains officially silent on the matter.
