The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to launch later this year, potentially starting another revolution in portable gaming. The first Switch was a huge success, but it didn’t spark an industry-wide shift to handhelds as many predicted. So, what’s holding back the adoption of handheld consoles?
According to Sean Hollister from The Verge, the Steam Deck’s sales numbers are revealing. While they suggest an exciting new market is emerging, they also indicate that the console market may not be changing as quickly as expected. Hollister joins a panel to discuss the state of handheld console wars and why Sony and Microsoft have avoided creating their own equivalents to the Steam Deck.
Meanwhile, David Sweeney shares his experience visiting TGL, a golf league featuring high-tech sporting gear. The combination of video games, augmented reality, and live action is generating excitement, but also raises questions about trust and scale. He spoke with Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and other big names in the industry.
The Vergecast also answered a question from the Hotline: why some students prefer an iPad Air over a regular iPad due to extra stylus support and power-hungry apps. With links to resources for more information on the Steam Deck, Windows handhelds, and the TGL golf league, listeners can dive deeper into the discussions.
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Source: https://www.theverge.com/the-vergecast/631619/switch-2-steam-deck-handheld-consoles-vergecast