There could be an official Xbox-branded handheld out by the end of this year. A new report states that Microsoft is partnering with a PC gaming company, like ASUS or Lenovo, on the device, with a targeted launch in 2025.
According to WindowsCentral, the handheld is codenamed Kennan and will be similar in nature to the upcoming Lenovo Legion Go S–which will be the first device outside the Steam Deck family to run on Valve’s SteamOS. So, the Xbox-branded handheld will likely run on Windows, featuring the Microsoft Store and PC Game Pass. The report also states the system will likely sport an Xbox guide button and aesthetics that fit the Xbox ethos.
A report from The Verge said Kennan is the codename for the handheld in the works from Asus. The report said it’s part of a
Xbox-Branded Handheld Planned For Later This Year – Report
