MSI Gaming has showed aspects of a Steam Deck-design and style handheld, through a temporary teaser movie on its Instagram account.

The initial element of the video clip reveals the entrance of the device in a dark place, with only the offset sticks encircled by RGB mild noticeable. It carries on by demonstrating particulars of the device’s again, a pink and black color plan emblazoned with the MSI logo. The video’s remaining body exhibits a logo showcasing multicolored claws and the textual content “#MSIxCES2024.” The caption reads “A total new breed of MSI dragon is coming. Get a grip and remain tuned.” Presumably far more aspects will release through CES from Jan 9-12. Price point and specs are now unfamiliar.

This is considerably from the first Steam Deck competitor to emerge. The ROG Ally produced in June 2023 for $700 and was inevitably joined by a more cost-effective $600 variation. The Ally also has native Recreation Move support, as it operates Windows. The Lenovo Legion Go works by using the similar AMD chip established as the Ally and has a very similar rate issue at $700. However, it also has a even larger display screen and detachable controllers (a la the Switch’s Pleasure-Downsides).

The Steam Deck itself acquired an OLED upgrade last 12 months. When they are however in inventory, initial Lcd versions of the Steam Deck are on low cost.