Microsoft and Asus Collaborate on Xbox-Branded Handheld, but Launch Timeline Uncertain

The rumored 'Project Kennan' aims to unify Xbox and Windows gaming, with Asus leading the hardware development.

Microsoft is reportedly working with Asus on 'Project Kennan,' an Xbox-branded handheld gaming device featuring a Windows-based platform with an Xbox-focused user interface.
The handheld is part of Microsoft's broader 'Project Bayside' initiative to unify Xbox and Windows gaming under a shared ecosystem and interface.
While some reports suggest a possible launch in 2025, sources indicate the timeline is subject to change as platform development is ongoing.
The device is expected to offer a universal library of Xbox and PC games, potentially competing with Valve's SteamOS and handheld offerings like the Steam Deck.
Microsoft is also planning for next-generation Xbox consoles, anticipated by 2027, which may adopt a more PC-like design influenced by the 'Project Bayside' framework.