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🎮 Switch 2 Struggles with Third-Party Titles
According to Polygon, the Nintendo Switch 2 is seeing strong hardware sales but a notable lack of success for third-party games. Most users are flocking to first-party releases, with Cyberpunk 2077 standing out as one of the few external titles performing well. The system’s powerful hardware hasn’t translated into a welcoming ecosystem for developers outside of Nintendo. Analysts warn that without stronger support, the Switch 2’s software library could remain narrow in scope.
📚 Citation:
Carpenter, N. (2025, June 14). Switch 2’s non-Nintendo games are flopping for so many reasons. Polygon. https://www.polygon.com/608015/nintendo-switch-2-third-party-game-sales
📱 The Anbernic RG Slide: Heavy on Nostalgia and Weight
The Verge previews Anbernic’s new RG Slide, a retro-styled handheld emulator launching June 20. With a sliding screen reminiscent of the PSP Go, it combines a 4.7″ 120 Hz display, Unisoc processor, and 8 GB RAM. While its power and style appeal to retro enthusiasts, its hefty 380-gram body raises concerns about comfort and portability. Fans of classic handhelds may love the form factor, but modern mobile gamers might find it too bulky.
📚 Citation:
Bishop, R. (2025, June 17). Anbernic’s sliding screen handheld might be too chunky and heavy for your pockets. The Verge. https://www.theverge.com/news/686862/anbernic-rg-slide-handheld-emulator-console-psp-go
💻 Microsoft Kills Xbox Handheld Plans — Partners with ASUS Instead
LaptopMag reports that Microsoft has officially ended development on its internal Xbox handheld project. Instead, the company is partnering with ASUS to release two new ROG Xbox Ally models running Windows 11. This strategic shift allows Microsoft to leverage existing PC gaming ecosystems while still targeting portable gamers. Experts call the move bold, avoiding costly hardware development while embracing third-party innovation.
📚 Citation:
Palumbo, J. (2025, June 14). Microsoft cancels Xbox handheld, focuses on Asus partnership instead. LaptopMag. https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-cancels-xbox-handheld
🚀 Xbox Ally X: A Premium Portable Experience
Polygon and Lifewire provide early impressions of the Xbox Ally X, the more powerful of the two ASUS-made handhelds. It features AMD’s Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, Xbox-style impulse triggers, and a user interface that mimics the Xbox console experience. Designed for high-end mobile gaming, it’s expected to launch by holiday 2025. While praised for performance and build, some reviewers lament the use of an LCD instead of OLED.
📚 Citations:
Webster, A. (2025, June 16). Xbox Ally X: A powerful new competitor in handheld gaming. Polygon. https://www.polygon.com/gaming/605341/xbox-handheld-asus-rog-ally-2-reveal-specs
Price, M. (2025, June 15). Xbox Ally: Microsoft and Asus partner on powerful handhelds. Lifewire. https://www.lifewire.com/xbox-ally-handheld-gaming-11750529