NPC: Next Portable Console
A Portal Surprise, ONEXSUGAR Chaos, and A Steam Deck Miracle
Mar 24, 2025
Discover early impressions of the Ayn Odin Portal and the buzz around Nintendo Switch 2 pricing rumors. Delve into performance issues with Assassin’s Creed on M4 Macs, despite its Steam Deck verification. The chaotic OneXPlayer ONEXSUGAR handheld gets its moment in the spotlight, along with innovative new devices from AYANEO. Plus, hear about the exciting DLSS plugin for Steam Deck, turning blurry gameplay into a high-definition dream for titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth!
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- Brendan's impressions of the Ayn Odin Portal reveal a contrast between beautiful screen performance and disappointing ergonomics for handheld gaming.
- The anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 pricing and potential bundles highlight the importance of consumer perception in competitive gaming markets.
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First Impressions of the Odin 2 Portal
The Odin 2 Portal is discussed as Brendan shares his initial impressions after unboxing it. While he acknowledges the beautiful screen and enhanced performance, he expresses disappointment with its size, feeling that it is too large for his preference. He mentions the ergonomics and the feel of the controls but questions the overall enjoyment factor compared to the smaller Odin models. Despite putting it through its paces with various games, Brendan notes that he hasn't been as excited to use the Portal as he has been with the Odin 2 Mini Pro.
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