Rumors circulate about the potential development of Steam Deck 2, which could come equipped with a significant AMD APU enhancement.
In the world of gaming, excitement is building as some of the biggest names in the industry prepare to release their next-generation hardware. Here's a roundup of the latest rumours and leaks about upcoming devices from Valve, Microsoft, Sony, and Lenovo.
Valve, the creators of Steam, are reportedly working on a next-generation gaming device, believed to be the Steam Deck 2. While it's speculated that 2026 may be the year for its release, Valve's SteamOS designer, Pierre-Loup Griffais, mentioned that the company isn't planning on new hardware until at least next year [5]. However, the codename "Mero" has been found in leaked documents, which is believed to be an unused codename for the Steam Deck's APU [1][2].
Meanwhile, Microsoft's upcoming ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X are set to launch this fall, marking Microsoft's entry into the handheld gaming market [6]. Leaked documents also hint at a long-overdue fix for Windows 11 gaming handheld UI ahead of the ROG Xbox Ally launch [3].
Sony, too, is rumoured to be working on the PlayStation 6 (PS6), with the AMD "Magnus" Zen 6 APU also rumoured to power this next-generation console, along with the next Xbox [7][8]. The AMD "Magnus" APU, featuring 11 CPU cores and a large 264mm² graphics die, is more aligned with the needs of next-generation gaming consoles rather than hand-held devices like the Steam Deck [3][4].
Elsewhere, there are rumours of a possible partnership between Valve and Sony regarding future plans [9]. The Valve Deckard VR headset is also tipped to be arriving soon [10].
Lastly, the leaked Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS suggests a possible September launch [11]. A first look at a leaked Nintendo Switch 2 OLED prototype has also just leaked [12].
As we await official announcements, the gaming community eagerly anticipates the performance boosts and innovative features these new devices are rumoured to deliver. Stay tuned for more updates on the exciting world of gaming hardware!
[1] https://www.pcgamer.com/steam-deck-2-codename-mero-leaks-out-in-latest-valve-hardware-rumours/ [2] https://www.windowscentral.com/steam-deck-2-codename-mero-suggests-valves-next-handheld-could-use-different-apu [3] https://www.pcgamer.com/amd-zen-6-apu-details-revealed-by-leaked-windows-11-ui-for-gaming-handhelds/ [4] https://www.tomshardware.com/news/amd-zen-6-apu-details-leaked-windows-11-gaming-handhelds [5] https://www.pcgamer.com/valve-wont-be-releasing-new-hardware-until-at-least-next-year-griffais-says/ [6] https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-working-xbox-handheld-device-called-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x [7] https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/ps6-playstation-6-release-date-specs-rumors-news/ [8] https://www.gamespot.com/articles/next-xbox-console-could-use-amd-zen-3-plus-cpu-and-/1100-6498357/ [9] https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/rumour-valve-and-sony-are-working-together-on-future-plans/ [10] https://www.pcgamer.com/valve-deckard-vr-headset-tipped-to-be-arriving-soon/ [11] https://www.windowscentral.com/lenovo-legion-go-2-prototype-leaked-suggests-possible-september-launch [12] https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-switch-2-oled-prototype-leaked-online/1100-6498362/
Technology and gadgets in the world of gaming are awaited with excitement, as prominent industry names like Valve, Microsoft, and Sony are rumored to release their next-generation hardware. For instance, Valve's Steam Deck 2, Sony's PlayStation 6, and Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally are speculated to feature innovative technology that could significantly enhance gaming experiences.
