Ayaneo is calling the Ayaneo 3 “the world’s first modular handheld,” because there’ll be other modular options too. An extra $139 buys a set of six modules that let you swap out your joysticks for analog sticks, a six-button microswitch pad for fighting games, or even D-pads and face buttons with conductive silicone underneath for a different feel.

Instead of carrying around all these swappable modules that I can lose, why don't I just use a controller of my choice plugged into the USB port? That's what I do now with the Steam deck.

Are people forgetting that these things are basically PCs? You could plug an office printer into them and use it if you wanted to for some reason.

[–] Alexstarfire@lemmy.world 5 points 4 days ago

It's more integrated. Also, I don't think the expectation is to carry them around. You'd pick what you want for your trip and leave the rest at home. I expect this to be more like DS and less like Switch. I.e. A single person per device.