Logitech announced a new partnership with Tencent whereby the two companies will collaborate on the 'Logitech G Gaming' handheld gaming console. While the companies did not yet release exact details on the console, they did outline that the Logitech G Gaming is designed and optimized for cloud gaming. This includes streaming services such as Xbox GamePass, PS Play, Google Stadia, and GeForce Now.
In order to ensure that these streaming services play smoothly and reliably on the Logitech G Gaming, Logitech and Tencent are working with Microsoft and Nvidia on the hardware of the device. This will ensure that the handheld has powerful enough specifications to enjoy each of these gaming services on the go.
Customers are able to register with their email on the dedicated website for the handheld in order to stay up to date on new information.
Cloud Gaming Handhelds
Logitech Partnered up with Tencent on the 'Logitech G Gaming'
Trend Themes
1. Cloud Gaming Handhelds - The collaboration between Logitech and Tencent on the 'Logitech G Gaming' handheld gaming console points to a growing trend of cloud gaming on portable devices.
2. Collaborative Gaming Hardware Development - Partnering with multiple hardware and software companies to optimize cloud gaming on the Logitech G Gaming offers opportunities for disruption in the development of future gaming console technology.
3. Mobile Cloud Gaming Services - The Logitech G Gaming's optimized compatibility with cloud gaming services like Xbox GamePass, PS Play, Google Stadia, and GeForce Now could lead to a trend of mobile cloud gaming services becoming more mainstream.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The Logitech G Gaming could disrupt the gaming industry by offering a handheld console designed specifically for cloud gaming and optimized in collaboration with top hardware and software companies.
2. Mobile Technology - As cloud gaming becomes more popular, the Logitech G Gaming could lead to opportunities for disruption in the mobile technology industry by providing a more portable and accessible way to play games on the go.
3. Streaming Services - The Logitech G Gaming's compatibility with popular cloud gaming streaming services like Xbox GamePass, PS Play, Google Stadia, and GeForce Now could disrupt the streaming services industry by increasing demand for mobile cloud gaming services.