<div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Handheld gaming has been around for decades, from the Game Boy to the </span><a href="http://9news.com.au/playstation" rel="" target="" title="PlayStation"><span>PlayStation</span></a><span> Portable, but it's never been more competitive — or more in demand — than it is right now. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>After years of relying on couch-bound consoles and </span><a href="http://9news.com.au/pc-gaming" rel="" target="" title="PCs"><span>PCs</span></a><span> for power and quality, it's clear players want the freedom to dive into AAA blockbusters or indie gems from their beds, the train, and everywhere in between. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>I personally love the freedom of being able to grab my PlayStation Portal and play the PS5 while the kids have taken over the loungeroom TV to watch </span><em><span>Bluey</span></em><span>. </span></div></div><div><div id="adspot-mobile-medium"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/technology/donkey-kong-bananza-review-nintendo-switch-2/6adc5a7c-bfd6-4084-988d-9ddb9848af04"><strong><span>Donkey Kong's newest adventure: 'An imperfect masterpiece'</span></strong></a><span></span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The modern handheld boom kicked off with the </span><a href="http://9news.com.au/nintendo-switch" rel="" target="" title="Nintendo Switch"><span>Nintendo Switch</span></a><span>, which proved that hybrid gaming had mass appeal. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Now, with a Switch successor finally in our hands, the market is more crowded than ever. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Valve's Steam Deck continues to thrive. </span></div></div><div><div class="OUTBRAIN" data-reactroot="" data-src="//www.9news.com.au/technology/hands-on-with-the-lenovo-legion-s-go-as-the-handheld-competition-heats-up/774c2236-cfbc-4a6a-9824-27be9ba070bd" data-widget-id="AR_5"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>ASUS has doubled down with the ROG Ally line. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>MSI joined the race with the Claw — now Xbox is gearing up to release its own handheld system.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Then there's the PlayStation Portal, which utilises console streaming to game.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/technology/nintendo-switch-2-becomes-the-fastestselling-game-console-ever-review/2baf2388-eea0-4e32-a031-2c5e3b862277"><strong><span>Nintendo Switch 2 becomes the fastest-selling game console ever</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>I recently spent a few weeks with Lenovo's latest entry, the Legion Go S — a stripped-back, more affordable version of the original Legion Go. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The Go S is a Windows-based handheld with an 8-inch screen and solid build. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Compared to rivals like the ROG Ally or Steam Deck, it's less powerful under the hood — and that shows in more demanding games. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Though I think of it as the Legion's version of the Switch Lite. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>With something like </span><em><span>Clair Obscur: Expedition 33</span></em><span>, the Legion Go S can launch and play the game, but you'll need to drop settings and accept some stutters. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>But for less graphically intense titles — think </span><em><span>Dave the Diver</span></em><span>, </span><em><span>Hades</span></em><span>, or your favourite indie on PC Game Pass — it runs well and feels great in the hand.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/technology/xbox-unveils-new-handheld-gaming-console/1d0036ba-497a-4df7-8e8f-0ba84130368c"><strong><span>Xbox set to release new handheld console</span></strong></a><span></span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Its real strength lies in comfort and versatility. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>It's a cosy gamer's dream — and for those not chasing the highest specs or latest AAA titles, it hits a sweet spot between affordability and function.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>My partner spent many hours in bed, recovering from illness, exploring the cutesy world of </span><em><span>Cozy Caravan</span></em><span>. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>All that said, the Legion Go S is a solid entry point in the handheld PC gaming market.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>With a new Nintendo Switch just released, and an Xbox handheld on the horizon, it's clear that handheld gaming isn't just back - it's booming.</span></div></div><div class="styles__Wrapper-sc-2o34ro-0 cmwkBV"><div class="styles__Column-sc-2o34ro-3 jJDKrX"><a href="/content/2025/02/04/11/41/most-anticipated-video-games-releasing-in-2025"><img alt="Grand Theft Auto VI" sizes="(min-width: 1024px) 636px, (min-width: 768px) 396px, 100vw" src="https://imageresizer.static9.net.au/jHw05v24XBtkRdWpKopP-N1AdgA=/396x223/https%3A%2F%2Fprod.static9.net.au%2Ffs%2F04fe5421-e2f2-43e7-a8be-36aa3e025fc3" srcset="https://imageresizer.static9.net.au/jHw05v24XBtkRdWpKopP-N1AdgA=/396x223/https%3A%2F%2Fprod.static9.net.au%2Ffs%2F04fe5421-e2f2-43e7-a8be-36aa3e025fc3 396w, 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