Logitech’s Stance on Future Gaming Handhelds
Logitech has put a freeze on plans for new gaming handhelds, including a potential Logitech G Cloud 2. Robin Piispanen, the new head of Logitech’s gaming division, confirmed this decision.
Rationale Behind Halting G Cloud 2 Development
Speaking to The Verge, Piispanen expressed an appreciation for the concept of gaming handhelds, calling it a “charming value proposition.” However, he clarified that the company is not actively developing a successor to the original Logitech G Cloud streaming console at this time. He stated, “Right now, at this moment, we have more important things to do than to create a second G Cloud.” This move comes after the original G Cloud’s somewhat underwhelming market performance and reception.
- Underwhelming Predecessor: The initial G Cloud experiment did not meet company expectations.
- Current Priorities: Logitech’s immediate focus is directed towards other strategic initiatives within its gaming hardware portfolio.
- Uncertain Future: There is no clear timeline or indication of when, or if, Logitech will revisit the handheld gaming market.
Consequently, consumers hoping for a new portable gaming device from Logitech will need to temper their expectations for the foreseeable future.
It’s interesting to hear Logitech isn’t pursuing a G Cloud 2 right now. I wonder if their “more important things” involve leaning into cloud gaming accessories for other platforms, or if they’re rethinking their entire approach to the handheld market. What do others think about the long-term viability of dedicated cloud streaming handhelds versus something like the Switch or Steam Deck that offers local processing? Could a different pricing strategy have saved the original G Cloud?