Will the Next Console War Be Fought on Handhelds?

With Sony's PS Portal success and Microsoft's plans for a handheld Xbox, the next console generation could see a shift to mobile gaming dominance.
Will the Next Console War Be Fought on Handhelds?
As the current console generation winds down, with the PlayStation 5 Pro marking Sony's last major hardware release and Microsoft sticking with the Xbox Series X, attention turns to the next generation. But this time, the rivalry between PlayStation and Xbox might take a different form. The Rise of Mobile Gaming Microsoft has openly stated its intention to release a handheld Xbox device, focusing on its "ecosystem" strategy to expand gaming accessibility. Their goal is to reach players everywhere, diversifying platforms and expanding game availability beyond traditional consoles. Game Pass and cloud gaming are central to this strategy, providing access to a vast library of games on various devices, including smart TVs and streaming devices. A cloud-powered handheld Xbox is the next logical step. Sony entered the handheld market cautiously with the PS Portal, primarily designed for streaming games from a PS5. However, a recent update introduced cloud gaming support, allowing…

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