CES 2025 Handheld Trends Continue Strong

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 a range of innovative products, solidifying the continued strength of the handheld gaming market.

Sony's Midnight Black PS5 Accessory Expansion

Sony unveiled a stylish expansion to its Midnight Black PS5 collection. Building upon 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 availability may vary; check with your local retailer.

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 screen, adjustable controllers, and hall-effect joysticks, the device offers seamless integration with the Steam ecosystem, including cloud saves and remote play.

Launching in May 2025 at $499.99 USD, the SteamOS version follows a January 2025 release of a Windows-based variant priced 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 continued success of the Nintendo Switch fueled speculation about a Switch 2 reveal at CES 2025, although Nintendo itself hasn't confirmed any such announcement. The buzz surrounding a potential Switch successor, however, underscores the enduring appeal and innovation within the handheld gaming sector.