G Cloud

Adding a third (and final, until a Steam Deck 2) handheld to my collection—the Logitech G Cloud. I use a Nintendo Switch 2 for Switch stuff and an Ayaneo Pocket ACE for all emulation/Android gaming needs. The last piece I ~~needed~~ wanted was for streaming PC/PS5/Xbox Cloud Gaming titles. As a WFHer, I don’t like to continue sitting at my desk for gaming after work is done. Enter: Logitech G Cloud, a device with the purpose of doing just that—streaming to a device with a big ol’, crisp 1080p panel, full analog sticks and triggers, comfortable ergonomics, and a battery that would let me do it for hours on end. The $300 price tag on Logitech’s site seemed steep, but $172 second-hand felt like a good deal. I was pleasantly surprised with the condition and that the device serial number matched the box it came with. Working on getting ConsolePort setup for WoW today so I can play it on the G Cloud, and I’ve also been wanting to restart E33. Never finished the game when I was 33. Now I’m 34, just gommaged with Sophie, and my beef with the Paintress feels personal. Response times with dodges and parries feel wonderful. I can’t believe we’re in an age where those inputs communicate THAT fast over the internet. Also REALLY want to play Metaphor Refantazio on Game Pass, but I’m debating if I should hold out for a Switch 2 release. Anyway, if you’re looking for a solid streaming device without spending on a high-end Android or handheld PC, check eBay for one of these! I’ve heard it can emulate up to PS2/GC, but don’t think I’d recommend getting it for that purpose. But for streaming, it’s really incredible. Happy Friday and happy gaming good people!

I own a PS5 and a gaming PC, and I used the PlayStation Portal for about six months. Overall, I actually liked it a lot, it does PS5 Remote Play really well, and it feels like a “premium” accessory for the PS5 experience. The Portal was smooth for Remote Play on my setup, and the haptics/vibration were a big plus. It’s also super comfortable to hold for longer sessions. Ergonomics-wise, Sony nailed it, and it genuinely feels better in-hand. But I sold it because it only streamed PS5. I wanted one handheld that could stream both my PS5 and my PC, and the Portal just isn’t built for that. So I started looking at handheld gaming PCs. I considered the Steam Deck, but for my needs in 2026, especially with newer AAA games, it began to feel a bit old. I also looked at the ROG Xbox Ally (X), and I was tempted because it can do everything. The problem is the price and practicality. Spending around $1,000 on a handheld when I already have a powerful PC felt hard to justify, especially since my main goal wasn’t “play everything natively,” it was “stream my existing library.” On top of that, those handheld PCs are heavier, and battery life can be pretty meh if you’re doing anything demanding. For me, it didn’t feel like the right move. That’s when I found the Logitech G Cloud. New, it’s about $300, which I still think is overpriced for what it is. But I grabbed a refurbished one from Walmart for $195, and at that price it finally made sense as a dedicated streaming handheld. So far, the experience has been really good. I’ve used Steam Link for PC streaming and PS Play for PS5 streaming, and both have worked great. The software also feels clean and modern, and the device is lightweight and comfortable, which matters a lot if you’re using it for long sessions in bed or on the couch. I did try Moonlight + Sunshine since everyone recommends it over Steam Link, but honestly, Steam Link was just way more straightforward for me. It was easy to set up, easy to launch, and it does what I need without any extra tweaking, so that’s what I mostly use for PC streaming. I haven’t tried emulation because I didn't buy this to play retro games. My whole goal was simple: a handheld that can stream my PS5 and my PC reliably. With Wi-Fi 6 on my network, streaming has been smooth with no noticeable lag on my setup, and the battery life is solid too (Logitech claims around 12 hours). If you’re looking for a handheld specifically for streaming, not as a full PC replacement, I’d honestly recommend the Logitech G Cloud.

Atari Gamestation Go Logitech G Cloud Playstation Portal ... all very disappointing

Because the G Cloud is overpriced for the specs. You can spend the same amount for the Ayn Odin 2 Pro and emulate console systems up to the Nintendo Switch and do some GameHub/GameNative with PC games. Then you have the Retroid Pocket G2 at $200 which makes the G Cloud not an option at all anymore. Even if your main focus was just a large screen then you can easily buy a 10in or 11in Android tablet like the Alldocube iPlay 70 for around $150 and slap the 8bitdo Mobile or GameSir G8+ controller and call it a day.

I own a Logitech g cloud and yes. I mostly use it for remote play or GFN. I mostly play next to my wife in our bed in the evening. But I'm planning to upgrade to a steam deck oled or something like tablet+controller for a bigger screen.