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Asus Reportedly Developing Xbox-Branded Handheld Gaming PC for 2025

The handheld, codenamed 'Project Kennan,' is part of Microsoft's effort to unify Xbox and Windows gaming experiences.

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Overview

  • The Xbox-branded handheld is reportedly being developed by Asus, not directly by Microsoft, under the codename 'Project Kennan.'
  • The device will run on Windows with a modified Xbox-like interface as part of Microsoft's 'Project Bayside' initiative to unify gaming libraries across platforms.
  • The handheld will support Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and other storefronts like Steam and Epic Games Store, offering broad compatibility.
  • Speculated pricing for the device ranges from $499 to $599, with potential hardware configurations using AMD's Z2 chipsets.
  • Microsoft and Asus have not officially announced the device, but reports suggest a reveal could take place this summer ahead of a possible late 2025 launch.