CES 2025 Showcases Handheld Gaming Advancements and New Accessories
CES 2025 highlighted significant developments in handheld gaming, featuring new consoles and accessories alongside whispers of a potential Nintendo Switch successor. The event showcased innovations from major players like Sony and Lenovo.
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 additions offer a sophisticated black aesthetic with refined detailing. The 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 availability may apply.
Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on a Handheld
Lenovo's contribution was the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Announced January 7th, 2025, this device boasts an 8-inch VRR1-supported screen, TrueStrike controllers with adjustable triggers and hall-effect joysticks, and seamless integration with Steam's ecosystem, including cloud saves and remote play.
The SteamOS version launches in May 2025 at $499.99 USD, while a Windows-based variant will be available earlier in January 2025, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed ongoing efforts to bring SteamOS compatibility to other handheld devices.
Beyond Sony and Lenovo: Other CES 2025 Highlights
Other noteworthy announcements included Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. The continued success of the Nintendo Switch fueled speculation about a potential Switch 2 unveiling at CES 2025, though Nintendo remained silent on the matter. The presence of a Switch 2 replica at private showcases adds to the intrigue, but its authenticity remains unconfirmed.
