In the days after Christmas Eve, Ayaneo is rolling out more information The biggest revelation yet about the upcoming Ayaneo 3 handheld device is the addition of swappable control mods to the Ayaneo 3, allowing for an unprecedented level of customization for handheld gaming. Outside the handheld space, BFG Winner The controller shares a similar design ethos, but it’s a real treat to see it come to a handheld device (especially the inclusion of durable Hall-effect sensors on the analog sticks and triggers).
In addition to tweets and Discord posts showcasing the new Ayaneo 3 handheld device, the company also released a video showing off various angles of the device and control mods that will be used. this The last time we discussed Ayaneo 3 was in Novemberwe have learned that the device will feature Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Ryzen 7 8840U configurations. Unfortunately, we still don’t know any pricing information or further technical specifications beyond the APU used and LCD and OLED screen options, but this information will probably become clear sometime in January, as it is expected to An official launch event will be held at the end of January.
In addition to the control modules being interchangeable, they can also be reversed at will, and individual buttons can even be completely interchanged. This ultra-modular design should make the Ayaneo 3 suitable for any type of game that requires a controller to run. Fans of six-button fighting games will like it street fighter For example, fans of retro Sega console games will likely appreciate the six-sided button mod. Mods that take advantage of trackpads will better provide a more desktop-centric gaming experience, especially with the help of Steam Input.
Without pricing or further details, it’s unclear whether the Ayaneo 3 is worth buying. However, the early offerings appear to be quite flexible, and even a bit budget-conscious for users who end up opting for the Ryzen 7 8840U and 7-inch LCD over OLED – though whether the trade-off is truly worth it won’t be a call until we see the price. it Do Still, it looks set to compete with other high-end handhelds we expect next year, especially given its unique focus on fine-grained, modular input controls.