CES 2025 Showcases Handheld Gaming Advancements and New Accessories
CES 2025 featured exciting new consoles and accessories, including a glimpse of a potential Nintendo Switch successor (though unofficially confirmed), alongside official announcements from Sony and Lenovo.
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 additions offer a sleek, dark aesthetic. 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 on February 20th, 2025. Regional variations in availability may apply.
Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on a Handheld
Lenovo's highlight was the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Boasting an 8-inch VRR1-supported screen, adjustable triggers, and hall-effect joysticks, the device offers seamless integration with the Steam ecosystem, including cloud saves and remote play functionality.
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 compatibility to other handheld devices.
Beyond Sony and Lenovo: Other CES 2025 Highlights
Numerous other companies showcased innovations at CES 2025. Nvidia revealed the RTX 50-series graphics cards, and Acer unveiled the eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. The continued success of the Nintendo Switch fueled speculation about a Switch 2, although official confirmation remains elusive.
