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 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 complement the existing DualSense controller and console covers, offering a cohesive and sophisticated aesthetic. 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 general availability on 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. This device boasts an 8-inch screen with VRR1 support, TrueStrike controllers with adjustable triggers and hall-effect joysticks. Key features include cloud saves and remote play functionality for seamless PC integration.

Full access to the Steam ecosystem—library, cloud, chat, recording, and more—is provided through SteamOS. System updates are handled directly through SteamOS. The SteamOS version launches in May 2025 at $499.99 USD, while a Windows version will be available earlier in January 2025, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed ongoing efforts to bring SteamOS to other handheld devices.

Beyond the Headlines: Other CES 2025 Announcements

Numerous other companies unveiled new products at CES 2025. Nvidia showcased the RTX 50-series graphics card, and Acer presented the Aspire Vero 16, an eco-friendly laptop crafted from recycled materials. While rumors circulated about a private showing of a Nintendo Switch 2 prototype, official confirmation from Nintendo remains pending. The handheld gaming sector continues to be a key area of innovation and competition.