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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.

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Overview

  • 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.