CES 2025 saw a strong showing for handheld gaming, with new consoles and accessories grabbing headlines. A purported Nintendo Switch 2 made private appearances, while Sony and Lenovo unveiled exciting new products.
New Consoles and Accessories at CES 2025
Sony's Midnight Black PS5 Accessory Collection Expands
Sony expanded its stylish Midnight Black PS5 accessory line, adding to the existing DualSense controller and console covers. The new collection boasts a deep black finish with sleek detailing. The additions include:
- 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. Availability may vary by region; check your local retailer.
Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on the Go
Lenovo unveiled the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld (as of January 7th, 2025). This 8-inch device boasts VRR support, adjustable triggers, hall-effect joysticks, and cloud saves for seamless PC integration. Remote Play lets you stream games from your PC.
Access the full Steam ecosystem – your library, cloud, chat, and more – all managed through SteamOS's built-in updates.
The SteamOS version launches in May 2025 at $499.99 USD. A Windows version will be available earlier in January 2025, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also announced plans to bring SteamOS to other handhelds.
Beyond the Handhelds: Other CES 2025 Highlights
While handhelds stole the show, other significant announcements included Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop, made partially from recycled materials. Rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 circulating at CES 2025 remain unconfirmed by Nintendo.
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