Lenovo Legion Go leak suggest Switch style controllers, but is that what we really need?

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Another Lenovo Legion Go leak has landed, and the handheld PC is posing for the camera. Shared images reveal something that looks pretty close to a Nintendo Switch in terms of design, as its controllers appear to detach. However, I’m not entirely convinced that’s what the portable scene needs right now, removable Joycon style gamepads might be a blessing and a curse.

The Legion Go is anything but short of competition, as portable gaming PCs like the Steam Deck, Asus ROG Ally, and Ayaneo 2S are already occupying the growing market. When word first emerged that Lenovo is cooking up a handheld gaming PC, I outlined why it could find success targeting the budget side of things, as there’s a distinct lack of competitors that cost under $300. Sadly, the newly leaked images imply that the Legion Go won’t be that cheap, even if it brings something unique to the table.

The leaked Lenovo Legion Go images come courtesy of Windowsreport, with each photo providing a glimpse at different angles. The product snaps also reveal its detachable controllers, which appear to push fit onto the sides. In addition to the usually array of face buttons and thumb sticks, the right hand controller seems to have a touchpad, while also boasting side and back buttons alongside standard shoulder buttons. 

The main body of the Levovo handheld effectively looks like a chonkier version of the Switch OLED, as it even uses the same wide kickstand as Nintendo’s portable console. That’s not remotely a bad thing, as it should mean it’ll subtly blend into any setup, whether you use the best Steam Deck docks with your handhelds or a mishmash of dongles. Naturally, it also means you won’t need a separate PC controller when playing on a gaming monitor or TV, but