The portable gaming scene is surprised by the emergence of a new competitor that merges features of two widely recognized devices. Images have been leaked of what is believed to be the Lenovo Legion Goa device that combines elements of Valve’s popular Steam Deck and the iconic Nintendo Switch.
News about the Legion Go broke last month via Windows Central (via The Verge), revealing that Lenovo was in the process of developing a Windows-based portable video game console. However, the excitement grew even more this week when Windows Report shared a series of photos that appear to be the first glimpses of this highly anticipated device.
Looking at the images, you can see that the Legion Go design brings together the best of two worlds: Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch. The eight-inch screen and the ability to detach two Joy-Con-style controllers are reminiscent of Nintendo’s approach.allowing for a versatile gaming experience both in handheld mode and in a tabletop configuration.
Controls that bridge two gaming universes
Legion Go controllers feature a unique combination: the removable Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons and ergonomic Steam Deck grips. One cool feature is the touchpad present on the right controller, which adds an extra level of interaction.
Although Steam Deck incorporates touch panels on both sides, the Legion Go’s right-hand controller also appears to feature a wheel at the rear. The ability to detach the controllers suggests that the display could be touchscreen, an assumption that is gaining traction among enthusiasts.
One of the key takeaways from these leaked images is that Lenovo isn’t afraid to introduce a device with a beefier profile. This choice could be aimed at incorporating larger and more durable batteries, thus addressing one of the common concerns in portable gaming devices.
It is speculated that the Legion Go will work with Windows 11 and will have AMD Phoenix processorsfound in other recent handheld gaming devices.
While Lenovo has previously explored portable gaming devices, such as the “LaVie Mini” concept in partnership with NEC and the Android-based device called the Legion Play, the Legion Go appears to be a more ambitious attempt.