Hands-on Impressions of the Logitech G Cloud Gaming Console

It seems like portable gaming is all the rage at the moment. The popularity of the Nintendo Switch has yet to die down and you still can’t get your hands on a Steam Deck. There are a lot of new competitors entering the handheld market and they all have their unique gimmicks and features, but Logitech is entering the game with something a little different. During Twitchcon, Logitech had a ton of different hardware on display, but you know we had to get our hands on their new Logitech G Cloud gaming console.

As the name alludes to, the Logitech G Cloud is a cloud gaming device. It sports a Snapdragon processor, 64 gigs of internal storage, and a large 1080p display. This is built on top of the Android OS so you will be able to download apps and games from the app store. It feels great in the hand and is exceptionally light since it doesn’t have the same internals and cooling as something like the Steam Deck.

There are some pluses and minuses to a device like this. As I stated before, the Cloud is light because this is mainly a cloud device. The trade-off is you have limited cloud services like G Force Now and Xbox Cloud Gaming. When you are not connected to Wi-Fi, you can use the Cloud as a tablet and utilize the apps you are able to download. 5G is built into the device but you are limited to tethering through your phone. You will be able to upgrade the storage via a microSD slot but again, this is a cloud-focused device so you won’t be able to run too many large games.

The Logitech G Cloud felt really really good in my hands and Xbox Cloud Gaming was the perfect companion. I love my Backbone controller for my iPhone but the larger controller and screen combo gives a totally different experience. The triggers and thumbstick feel great but if you are a competitive player, you may still want to play with a controller and/or play on a console.

The Logitech G Cloud gaming console is going to be for a person with specific needs. This is the perfect device for someone who is in a space where access to a console while in the home is not always available. Even though the device is ultra-portable and light, the need for a hotspot or tethering can make this a bit restrictive to some. I had a great time checking out the Logitech G Cloud and everything felt great in that controlled environment but similar to playing the Nintendo Switch undocked, it won’t make sense for everyone. This is an accessory for your other devices and at $349.99 ($299.99 if you are/were able to preorder), the pricing is not as prohibitive as some of its competitors.

Overall, this is a great product and if it makes sense to add to your collection, I’d say it’s a definite buy. I look forward to seeing what features will be added to future iterations.

Share this article:

Share on facebook
Facebook
Share on twitter
Twitter
Share on linkedin
LinkedIn
Share on tumblr
Tumblr
Share on email
Email
Share on whatsapp
WhatsApp

Recent Posts

Halo Project Foundry Gaming News

What Is The Future of Halo?

https://youtu.be/a2CCRgycbLI?si=3juhSUwirUTpKWoJ There have been rumors for years about what is next for Halo. Today during the Halo World Championships, we got our answers. 343 Industries will now be known as …

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind Gaming News

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind | Developer Interview

It may surprise many, but there has never been a Power Rangers arcade beat ’em up game. (I know right!?!?!) Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind is a passion project …

Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch Gaming News

Jay and Silent Bob: The Chronic Blunt Punch | PAX West 2024

Going into PAX West 2024, I knew that I was going to enjoy ‘Jay and Silent Bob: The Chronic Blunt Punch’, but I did not know it was going to be …

Gaming News

Undisputed at PAX West 2024

Ash Habib has a true passion for boxing and Undisputed is his love letter to the sport. ‪@PlayUndisputed‬ aims to be both a technical and fun boxing game. The game …

Game Reviews

Is Star Wars Outlaws Any Good? – Review In Progress

Star Wars games have been around for longer than many gamers have been alive at this point. You have played as clone troopers, Jedi, fighter pilots, and now in Star …

Gaming News

Where Is The PS5 Pro

There has been some rumor and speculation that we would be getting a PS5 Pro as soon as this year. We are halfway through the year and past ‘E3’ season …