CES 2025 Handheld Trends Continue Strong

CES 2025: Handheld Gaming Takes Center Stage

CES 2025 saw a flurry of exciting announcements, particularly in the handheld gaming arena. New consoles and accessories dominated the show floor, with whispers of a potential Nintendo Switch successor adding to the buzz.

Sony's Midnight Black PS5 Accessory Lineup

Sony expanded its popular Midnight Black PS5 collection with a range of stylish new accessories. These complement the existing DualSense controller and console covers, boasting a sophisticated matte black finish and subtle PlayStation branding.

The new 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.

Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on the Go

Lenovo unveiled the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. This 8-inch device boasts VRR support, ergonomic TrueStrike controllers with adjustable triggers and hall-effect joysticks. Cloud saves and Remote Play functionality ensure seamless transitions between PC and handheld gaming.

The SteamOS version launches in May 2025 for $499.99 USD, while a Windows version will be available earlier in January, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed plans to bring SteamOS to other handheld devices.

Beyond the Handheld Hype

Other notable announcements included Nvidia's new RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. While rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 prototype circulating at CES generated considerable excitement, official confirmation remains elusive. The handheld gaming sector, however, clearly demonstrated its continued strength and innovation at CES 2025.