Lenovo Legion Go 2 First Look: Is the Upgrade Worth the Hype?
Picture this. You’ve finally gotten your hands on Lenovo’s new shiny handheld gaming PC, the Legion Go 2, and within minutes, you’re ready to show it off to the world (or at least to your co-op squad on Discord). Why? Because this thing is finally checking off the wishlist we had for the original Legion Go. But is it really as fantastic as the internet buzz makes it out to be? That’s what we’re here to discuss.
Better Grips, Because Who Enjoys Cramps?
Look, handheld gaming is awesome until your hands start begging for mercy after hours of intense play. Lenovo must’ve heard the collective cries of gamers everywhere because the Legion Go 2 now boasts better grips that genuinely feel like they were molded by the gods of ergonomics themselves.
Gone are the days when you wrapped your hands around your device only to lose your soul (and circulation) in the process. With the improved grip design, longer gaming sessions won’t feel like you’ve been sentenced to some medieval punishment device. It’s about time they nailed this part down, don’t you think?
OLED Screen? Yes, Please!
If there’s one thing that screams “next level,” it’s an OLED screen. Lenovo has finally stepped up, gifting the Legion Go 2 with a crisp OLED display that makes every pixel pop. Whether you’re slicing through hordes of enemies or chillin’ with some Stardew Valley, the colors and clarity on this thing are just pure joy.
Seriously, this is the upgrade that should have been there from day one. It’s like putting on glasses for the first time and realizing, “Hey, trees have individual leaves!” If you played a late-night round of Elden Ring on this and didn’t audibly gasp at the visuals, are you even gaming correctly?
More Memory = More Freedom
You know the agony of trying to juggle game installations like some sort of circus act because your handheld is yelling, “Storage full!”? Yeah, Lenovo heard about that too. The Legion Go 2 addresses this pain by packing more memory, meaning you can add more games, stashes of mods, or even that one game you swear you’ll get back to…eventually. (Cough Cyberpunk 2077 DLC Cough).
And for those who’ve been burned by the dreaded “low memory lag,” it sounds like this upgrade is ready to make that a thing of the past. Finally, a machine that remembers we’re not here for sacrifices—we’re here for maximum gaming mayhem.
Does This Mean It’s Perfect? Spoiler Alert…Of Course Not
Sure, we’re all geeking out about these improvements, but is the Legion Go 2 going to dethrone other handheld gaming legends like the Steam Deck or the ASUS ROG Ally? Ehhhhhh, jury’s still out. It’s better, absolutely. But “the absolute best”? That’s a title still up for grabs. Lenovo’s updates are solid, but as the saying goes, “Great power comes with great…” Well, you know.
Battery life still might become a topic of tears (because who has time to remember to charge yet another device?), and Lenovo hasn’t been crystal clear about its long-term reliability either. Plus, for all its shiny features, it won’t matter if it drops an “unexpected restart” bomb in the middle of your dungeon raid. Fighting the boss is exciting. Fighting a laggy gaming device? Nope.
Should You Buy the Legion Go 2?
If you’re hoping the Legion Go 2 is going to reinvent the handheld wheel, slow your hype train just a little. That said, if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for a genuinely fun, beautiful, and ergonomic gaming upgrade, this bad boy is worth a look. It seems like Lenovo has taken chunky criticism and turned it into manageable praise.
Would I buy it? Maybe. Would I use someone else’s saved-up cash to buy it? Definitely.
The Final Takeaway
Lenovo took some big swings with the Legion Go 2, and while it doesn’t quite scorch the competition, it does deliver enough enhancements that most handheld enthusiasts will want to take notice. From its cozy grips to its lush OLED screen and boosted memory, there’s plenty here to satisfy serious gamers. Just keep an eye out for any hiccups (and maybe pack an external battery).
Now, why not take it for a spin yourself and see if it’s as good as the renders make it look?
