Microsoft and ASUS Reportedly Collaborating on Xbox-Branded Handheld

The rumored Project Kennan could launch in 2025, featuring a Windows-based Xbox interface and aiming to unify Xbox and PC gaming platforms.

Project Kennan is the reported codename for an Xbox-branded handheld being developed by ASUS in collaboration with Microsoft, with a potential release in 2025.
The device is expected to run Windows but will feature an Xbox-style user interface as part of Microsoft's broader effort to unify Xbox and PC gaming under a single platform, known as Project Bayside.
The handheld could support a universal library of Xbox and PC games, potentially offering access to services like Xbox Game Pass and third-party platforms such as Steam.
Speculated pricing for the device ranges between $499 and $599, with reports suggesting it may use AMD's Z2 Go chipset, offering mid-tier performance compared to competitors like the Steam Deck.
Microsoft has not officially confirmed the handheld, and reports indicate its release timeline could shift as platform development progresses.