CES 2025 Showcases Handheld Gaming Advancements and More

CES 2025 highlighted significant developments in handheld gaming, with new consoles and accessories taking center stage. A purported Nintendo Switch 2 also made private appearances, generating considerable buzz.

Sony Unveils Midnight Black PS5 Accessories

Sony expanded its popular Midnight Black PS5 collection with a range of stylish new accessories. These complement the existing DualSense controller and console covers, all featuring a sophisticated dark 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 general availability set for February 20th, 2025. Regional variations in release dates may apply.

Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on a Handheld

Lenovo introduced the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Launched January 7th, 2025, this device boasts an 8-inch VRR1 display, ergonomic TrueStrike controllers with adjustable triggers and hall-effect joysticks. Seamless cloud saves and remote play functionality enhance cross-platform gaming.

Full Steam integration provides access to the entire Steam library, cloud, chat, and recording features. System updates are handled directly through SteamOS. The SteamOS version will be available in May 2025 for $499.99 USD, while a Windows version launches in January 2025 at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed plans to expand SteamOS support to other handheld devices.

Beyond Gaming: Other CES 2025 Highlights

Beyond handheld gaming, CES 2025 featured a wide array of innovations. Nvidia showcased its new RTX 50-series graphics cards, and Acer unveiled the eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop, constructed using recycled materials. While rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 circulated, official confirmation remains pending.