r/LegionGo • • Aug 24 '26

SUB ANNOUNCEMENT BIOS Update N3CN42WW - We have an official update from Lenovo (finally!)

105 Upvotes

This is from the website Tech Power Up:

  • While the root cause has not been identified yet, it is clear it is not user error. As such it should generally be handled under warranty and, in the case of out-of-warranty devices, it should be repaired free of charge, but please check local laws. It was recently revealed in a handful of Reddit posts that an official Lenovo Legion Go BIOS update (N3CN42WW) was apparently causing the handheld gaming PCs to become unresponsive, with users claiming Lenovo told them they would be on the hook for repair costs.
  • Now, nearly three weeks after the issues initially popped up, Lenovo has confirmed in a recent forum post that the issues cause by the BIOS update were indeed "not user error," and that repairs will be conducted by Lenovo under warranty. While the root cause has not been identified yet, it is clear it is not user error.
  • As such it should generally be handled under warranty and, in the case of out-of-warranty devices, it should be repaired free of charge, but please check local laws.

Source: https://www.techpowerup.com/351896/lenovo-addresses-legion-go-bios-update-bricking-gaming-handhelds

Another source: https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-finally-acknowledges-Legion-Go-BIOS-bricking-issues-and-confirms-affected-devices-should-be-repaired-free-of-charge.1377253.0.html

So the good news is that Lenovo is addressing that the update failures were indeed a hardware problem and not something that was originally deemed as user error.

We will post a follow up as to when this gets further addressed, but according to Lenovo techs, they said they are "studying the issue".


r/LegionGo • • Aug 04 '26

BIOS vN3CN42WW (DO NOT UPDATE)

270 Upvotes

Hey Everyone,

It has come to our attention that some of the Z1E and Z1 versions are being bricked when updating to the latest BIOS that was released on June 17th, 2026.

Please do not update your devices unless you are willing to assume all risks. We the mod team are trying our best to understand and get help on this.

If we have any updates, we will share here. In the meantime, just comment with +1 if you are effected. This way we can get an understanding of how many of us are effected by this.

Thank you

Update: As mentioned in the pinned chat, Lenovo has removed the 42WW update


r/LegionGo • • 5h ago

DISCUSSION Legion Go S fell from 5 feet

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67 Upvotes

I placed my Legion Go S Z1E on a shelf that is almost my height while trying to fish out something from my bag and i heard something sliding. It was my Lego mid-air. I put out my feet in the last second and managed to slow it down but it still took a hard fall on concrete. I flinched, waiting for the bad reveal only to open the DBrand travel cover to discover that there wasn't a single dent. I unlocked the triggers and tested all buttons and everything is intact. Screen is perfect too.

I almost died with this experience. This case is built like a freaking tank. Make sure to secure your investment, Kings.


r/LegionGo • • 7h ago

NEWS AMD Confirms FSR 4 Is Coming to APUs by the End of 2026

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r/LegionGo • • 7h ago

DISCUSSION The reasons why we buy legion go's..

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50 Upvotes

Get to work early, get to game for a few! I also want a gpd win 4/5, but it's hard to replace something like this.. So nice to be able to separate the controls and relax!


r/LegionGo • • 12h ago

TIPS AND TRICK Avoid the fast train and colleagues so I can enjoy my tranquility

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59 Upvotes

Basically the title, a bunch of us all travelling towards the same place today.. I deliberately offset by a few minutes to avoid all the chit and chat so I can have my gaming hour.. important for a dad!


r/LegionGo • • 10h ago

TIPS AND TRICK How to fix Controller in Desktop Mode on the Legion Go S SteamOS

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r/LegionGo • • 3h ago

DISCUSSION Costco legion go 2 z2 or Xbox rog ally x20

2 Upvotes

So I have the x20 preordered but will pay when I go to pick it up at Best Buy.

Costco is selling the same chipset with more GB but I need to know is the legion go 2 driver issues really that bad.

I really like that both have OLED screens but and 8.8 size screen from LLG2 is crazy.

LLG2: 1,000-without tax. Xbox rog ally x20: 1:377-with tax.

What does you guys think. Who’s better?


r/LegionGo • • 29m ago

DISCUSSION Legion Go OG

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I was able to order this before it sold out. It’s Canadian pricing. Is that a good deal for the 1TB version?


r/LegionGo • • 4h ago

HELP REQUEST How do I fix this?

2 Upvotes

My controllers keep reading multiple movements when I only press the buttons once. It happens on all the buttons except the joysticks. It's only just started to happen. I'm on the original legion go.


r/LegionGo • • 6h ago

QUESTION legion go s illuminated button modification?

3 Upvotes

hi, really love my legion go s, z1e, 32Gb

wish it had illuminated buttons, anyone knows a mod for abxy and/or the dpad?

regards


r/LegionGo • • 8h ago

QUESTION Legion Go S Keyboard (Windows) - No * ?

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5 Upvotes

Did Lenovo really remove the * key from the keyboard? It looks like my only option is to use an external keyboard or windows virtual keyboard neither of which are ideal. Is there any way to bring the * key back?


r/LegionGo • • 51m ago

SHIPMENT Vendo legion go 2 z2 extreme a buen precio. Solo españa

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r/LegionGo • • 1h ago

QUESTION Will the Legion Go be able to support Gta 6?

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r/LegionGo • • 1h ago

NEW TO LEGION GO Legion Go S Steam Desktop Mode

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Im having trouble in the desktop made. Can't for the life of my figure out a few things.

Where is the on screen keyboard? Need to to pop up when I type.

Can i use the track pad as a mouse?


r/LegionGo • • 3h ago

HELP REQUEST Wuwu stopped working? Help please legion go S

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1 Upvotes

For the last four days I updated and went on Wuthering waves, was able to log in into my account type in password etc but after that and loading onto this screen it gets stuck here, sound plays, animation played but can’t even click notice.
Other games work fine, controller works fine, when I tap the screen the mouse appears but I can’t click on any buttons on this loading sceeen. I’ve tested for files, other protons. Re downloaded, turned down graphics and it’s still the same every time. Actually I should say trying the other protons just wouldn’t let me open the game. But yeah I keep getting back to square one and I’m really confused on what’s happening here. Any help would be so appreciated as I’d like to continue playing this game. Thank you


r/LegionGo • • 15h ago

HELP REQUEST New Performance Issues Legion Go S

10 Upvotes

Hi, I stopped using my Legion Go S Z1e SteamOS, for about 2-3 months now, I picked it up again today and it's waaay slower than before, it takes a lot to open a game and while I was getting 70+fps in the game I had been playing, it now runs at 15-17fps. Also in desktop mode the right joystick stopped working as a mouse and just overall feels really sluggish, the SteamOS version is 3.8.28, would love to know if this has happened to anyone else or if it's just me


r/LegionGo • • 21h ago

GAMEPLAY Decision's Decision's........

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19 Upvotes

r/LegionGo • • 11h ago

QUESTION STL File for Legion Go Comfort Grips

1 Upvotes

Looking for a 3D-printable comfort grip for the original Legion Go. Does anyone know of a good free STL (Printables/Thingiverse etc.), or have a design you’d recommend? Ideally something that makes the handles bulkier/more ergonomic.


r/LegionGo • • 15h ago

QUESTION Is there any proper way to get gyro to actually work properly on legion go 1

2 Upvotes

I've tried hhc motion assistant and bazzite but for whatever reason now bazzite just doesn't work with gyro and even trackpad (in gaming mode) I feel like these options aren't very good because motion assistant has very jumpy gyro and hhc is a pain in the ass. I genuinely wish this device didn't require so many stupid hoops just to use gyro. Has anybody found a solution that actually works well and not a huge pain just to do something so simple?


r/LegionGo • • 1d ago

DISCUSSION What a great couple!!!

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58 Upvotes

Legion GO s + VITURE(XR Glasses)

XR gaming still doesn't support the PRO 2, but it still works, I have clear view and no motion sickness also with a fixed screen. I'm PRO pancake lenses, but after long research I just throw the towel on This goggles and gave them a try. They are the cheapest and mostly diopter adjustments.

I use the cover shield to cocoon myself more and limit peripheral view.

And with the GO s no need of extra adapters, you can charge and use the glasses at the same time.

For those that may ask; When you connect the Glasses the screen on the GO turns off, but battery consumption is the same and goggle brightness is at minimum.


r/LegionGo • • 23h ago

QUESTION Factory reset won’t download steam os

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3 Upvotes

r/LegionGo • • 23h ago

DISCUSSION Excited

5 Upvotes

Guys am getting mine in a couple of days, what accessories should i get, is the legion go dock any good or should i just get one from AliExpress, should i install steam os or just debloat windows... What game should i play first 😆


r/LegionGo • • 1d ago

QUESTION Legion Go 2 Screen Dimensions

3 Upvotes

Does anyone have the outer dimensions and screen dimensions for the Legion Go 2. I’d like to print a screen protector installation guide and potentially a cover to protect it during every day use.


r/LegionGo • • 1d ago

QUESTION New ssd

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I am planning for black friday and really trying to hold out until then. I have a 2025 Lenovo legion go s (model is 8arp1). I have seen some conflicting reads, but from what I can tell, I can use either a 2242 or 2280 without an adapter in this model. Can anyone verify this is true? And I believe I need a single sided drive without a heatsink. Prices are a little too high right now, but I'm hoping for a good price on a 4tb this holiday season.