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. The event showcased a strong continuation of handheld gaming trends.

Sony's Midnight Black PS5 Accessory Lineup

Sony expanded its popular Midnight Black PS5 collection with a range of stylish new accessories. These additions maintain the sleek, dark aesthetic of the original 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 slated for February 20th, 2025. Regional availability may vary.

Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on a Handheld

Lenovo unveiled the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Announced on January 7th, 2025, this device boasts an 8-inch screen with VRR1 support and features integrated TrueStrike controllers. Key features include cloud saves and remote play functionality for seamless PC integration.

The SteamOS version will launch 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 its ongoing efforts to optimize SteamOS for other handheld devices.

Beyond the Headliners

Other notable announcements at CES 2025 included Nvidia's new RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. Speculation surrounding a Nintendo Switch 2 also circulated, though Nintendo has yet to officially confirm any details. The continued buzz around handheld gaming underscores its enduring popularity and the ongoing innovation within the market.