The rumor mill is churning: A recently published teaser from Asus hints at the development of a new gaming handheld that could be created in collaboration with Microsoft. This potential partnership could have a lasting impact on the market for portable gaming consoles.
Key points:
- Asus teaser: a video shows the fusion of the ROG Ally and Xbox controller, hinting at a new handheld device.
- Microsoft’s reaction: A meaningful meme increases speculation about a cooperation.
- Project Kennan: Rumors of a joint handheld project between Asus and Microsoft are intensifying.
Asus’ meaningful teaser causes a stir
In a recently published video, Asus presents a robot that improves itself in a chamber. Remarkably, both the ROG Ally and an Xbox controller are inserted into this chamber, seemingly merging into a new device. Although the final product remains obscure, this staging strongly hints at the development of a joint gaming handheld.
Our little robot friend is cooking something up…#ROG #ROGALLY #PlayALLYourGames #NextLevelGaming pic.twitter.com/nDG7rlEIhH
– ROG Global (@ASUS_ROG) March 31, 2025
Microsoft’s subtle confirmation
Shortly after the Asus teaser was released , Microsoft responded with the well-known “Awkward Look Monkey Puppet” meme. This shows an unsettled looking monkey and is often used to indicate an unexpected revelation or secret. This reaction is interpreted by many as an indirect confirmation of a collaboration between the two technology giants.
Project Kennan: A joint handheld in the pipeline?
Rumors about a handheld device developed under the code name “Project Kennan” began circulating a few weeks ago. This is to be developed in cooperation between Microsoft and an OEM partner, with Asus now considered the most likely candidate. The device is said to adopt the design language of Xbox and be equipped with a full Windows operating system, which would bring both the Microsoft Store and the PC Game Pass to the fore.
Conclusion
There are growing indications that Asus and Microsoft are working together on a new gaming handheld. While official details are still pending, the latest teasers and reactions suggest an exciting development in the field of portable gaming consoles. The price and availability of the potential device are currently unknown.
