We're all familiar with handheld game systems, namely ones like the DS and PSP. Now with the Switch 2 and Steam Deck, the gap between handhelds and home consoles is so thin it might as well not exist.

I’ve loved gaming, and particularly gaming handhelds, all of my life. I grew up with every variation of the Game Boy and Sega Game Gear, and more. At CNET, I’ve reviewed mobile gaming and handhelds ...

I’ve been using nearly all of the current consoles since they were first shipped to reviewers. Read on for my take on each.