Nov 7, 2025 · To help you narrow things down, we’ve spent months researching the best handheld gaming consoles and testing several top contenders. Here are the ones we like the most right now.

With the best handheld gaming consoles, you can play excellent games anywhere, whether you’re looking for action, puzzle or strategy games.

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Nov 20, 2025 · We’ve spent more than three years researching almost 20 gaming handhelds from manufacturers including Valve, Asus, Lenovo, and MSI. After spending hundreds of hours testing the …

6 days ago · Handheld gaming has been popular since Nintendo launched the Game Boy in 1989, but we’re currently living through a golden era. After several false dawns, companies are finally …

What are the best handheld gaming consoles of 2025? Portable gaming has come a long way since its original inception decades ago. From the pioneering Merlin gaming device and Nintendo’s original …

Nov 25, 2025 · At CNET, I’ve reviewed mobile gaming and handhelds going back to the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita, through the launch of the iPhone and iPad, and up to the Switch 2 and Steam …

Sep 30, 2025 · That doesn't mean that there aren't still plenty of alternatives, however, be that PC handhelds like the Steam Deck OLED or retro favorites such as the Super Pocket. I've put together …

Aug 3, 2025 · Whether you are pinching pennies or have Tony Stark levels of cash, we have got the perfect handheld for your budget. So, if you are looking to kill time on your daily commute or play …

Aug 4, 2025 · The second golden age of portable gaming is here. These are the top gadgets for taking your video games on the go. All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors.