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Is Lenovo's new SteamOS handheld worth the hype? I tested it, here's my verdict

Lenovo's latest gaming handheld foregoes Windows 11 for Steam's gaming-centric OS. It's a strong start, but I have a few concerns.

Back in January, Valve (the developer of Steam) announced it would begin licensing the operating system to third-party companies, with Lenovo being the first (and at the time of this writing, only) partner. Textured grips on the side stop slipping, hall-effect analog sticks maintain accuracy and prevent drifting, and the switches on the back affect the travel distance for the rear triggers. AAA games like Monster Hunter Wilds have a harder time running on the Legion Go S. Graphics are blurry, and performance slows down when there's a lot on screen.

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