CES Handheld Greatness, SteamOS Beta, & More | OTC EP 12 @FanTheDeck

In this week’s episode, we dive deep into the gaming industry’s hottest developments, from Microsoft’s bold handheld gaming plans to Lenovo Legion Go’s challenge to the Steam Deck. Discover the exciting potential of new SteamOS devices, cutting-edge features, and the hurdles of compatibility and software. We also explore the latest CES tech from AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA, speculate on the Nintendo Switch 2, and discuss Tencent’s new designation as a military company. Stick around as we tackle innovations in gaming controllers, the rise of AI in gaming, and what it means for speedrunning, voice acting, and copyright. With insights into the future of immersive gaming and the role of Linux in gaming, this episode is packed with the tech and gaming news you don’t want to miss.
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Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Off the Console
00:28 Special Guest: Rich Joins the Show
01:53 Gaming Talk: Marvel Rivals and Steam Deck
07:12 Microsoft’s Handheld Gaming Ambitions
20:27 CES Highlights: AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA
40:56 Lenovo Legion Go: A New SteamOS Contender
44:30 Excitement for SteamOS Devices
47:09 Performance and Features of New Devices
48:27 SteamOS Beta and Future Prospects
50:21 Concerns About Software and Compatibility
57:01 NVIDIA Support and GameScope
01:08:57 Tencent Designated as a Military Company
01:20:04 Nintendo Switch 2 Speculations
01:28:49 Innovations in Gaming Controllers
01:29:45 The Future of Cross-Platform Gaming
01:30:33 Microsoft’s Strategy and Acquisitions
01:39:40 Voice Actors and AI in Gaming
01:41:28 AI and Copyright Issues
01:53:08 Speedrunning and AI
02:00:07 Immersive Gaming Experiences
02:07:09 The Future of Gaming and Technology
02:10:55 Linux and Gaming
02:14:33 Closing Thoughts and Farewell