The Vergecast

Handheld gaming, scooter subscriptions, and a Techtober preview

Sep 28, 2022
Tom Warren, Senior Editor at The Verge, dives into the resurgence of handheld gaming, highlighting the Steam Deck and Logitech's G Cloud device. The conversation examines the challenges of cloud gaming and the evolving market for handhelds. Additionally, they explore the intriguing concept of scooter subscriptions, questioning traditional vehicle ownership. Warren also discusses upcoming tech events in October, providing insights into what's on the horizon from major companies like Google and Amazon.
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ANECDOTE

Logitech's G Cloud

  • Logitech's G Cloud Gaming Handheld is an Android tablet marketed for cloud gaming.
  • It runs Android games, connects to services like NVIDIA GeForce Now, but only has Wi-Fi.
INSIGHT

Cloud Gaming's Timing

  • Cloud gaming makes sense in theory, but the infrastructure isn't ready.
  • The Logitech G Cloud's pricing and Wi-Fi-only limitation highlight this issue.
INSIGHT

Input Lag in Cloud Gaming

  • Input lag in cloud gaming depends on the game and player expectations.
  • PC gamers used to low latency might struggle, while console gamers may not notice.
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