Asus Unveils Teaser for Xbox ‘Kennan’ Handheld Ahead of Switch 2 Release

Whispers about a potential Xbox handheld device have been swirling, and Asus just added fuel to the fire by dropping an intriguing teaser on its X account, formerly known as Twitter.

In the video, we see a quirky animated robot busy enhancing itself with some code. Just before it can execute the upgrade, a gadget that looks suspiciously like an ROG Ally X gaming console, accompanied by what appears to be an ROG Raikiri Pro controller, tumbles into view. Once the dust settles, the robot morphs into a gaming console with a resemblance to Asus’s current high-end handheld device.

The plot thickened when the official Xbox account jumped in with a cheeky side-eye meme in response. There’s been no official confirmation, but this exchange likely nods towards Project Kennan — Microsoft’s next big thing with Asus, aiming to bridge Xbox and Windows into a seamless gaming platform.

Although we’re still in the dark regarding specifics from either company, the video hints at a promising future for this Xbox handheld. It teases enhancements like extended battery life, improved performance, and increased storage, all wrapped in a fresh design.

Asus strategically released the video on March 31, 2025, at 2 pm EST, likely to sidestep the usual April Fool’s shenanigans that other tech companies indulge in. Their timing suggests legitimacy, reminiscent of the April 1 announcement of the ROG Ally a couple of years back.

Adding to the excitement, an image showcased via ROG Global reveals potential expectations for Project Kennan. Right around the corner, Nintendo is set to unveil the much-awaited Switch 2 on April 2, making Asus’s move seem like a clever ploy to capture some of that spotlight. While it might have stirred PC gamers and handheld aficionados, die-hard Nintendo fans may remain unfazed.

Even though a new Xbox console isn’t anticipated until 2027, the prospect of an ‘Xbox handheld’ is undeniably thrilling. Our fingers are crossed that it will support native Xbox games, rather than just act as a Windows 11 gadget with an Xbox-themed interface.