Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?

You can use either the numeric ID 2070 or the full path string. The ID is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Does this category influence which customers see my ads?

No, the google_product_category attribute does not limit your ad visibility. It primarily helps Google understand your products to apply correct policies and feed requirements.

Can I use product_type instead of google_product_category?

No, product_type is a free-form field for your own internal organization. Google still requires the official taxonomy classification to properly categorize your items.

Google product category

Portable Game Console Accessories

Category ID2070

Full path for the feedElectronics > Video Game Console Accessories > Portable Game Console Accessories

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

tomtoc FancyCase Steam Deck Case
PDP Nintendo Switch Travel Case Glow
Skull & Co. MaxCarry Hard Carrying Case for Steam Deck
ASUS ROG Ally Travel Case
PowerA Protection Case for Nintendo Switch
HORI Compact Carry All Nintendo Switch
dbrand Steam Deck Killswitch Travel Kit Console Case
WaterField Designs Steam Deck Magnetic Case
MSI Claw Travel Case
Belkin Gaming Charging Case Pro for Nintendo Switch
Venom Universal Carry Case for Handheld PC and Gaming Consoles
Analogue Pocket Case WaterField Designs
Spigen Rugged Armor Pro Sony Playstation Portal
Syntech Hard Carrying Case for Asus ROG Ally
AYN Thor Ergonomic Grip Case

Portable Game Console Accessories (ID 2070)

The Portable Game Console Accessories category, identified by numeric ID 2070, is a specific segment within the Electronics taxonomy. It is designed to capture peripheral items and protective equipment specifically engineered for handheld gaming hardware.

This category contains gear designed to support mobile play and device safety. Based on products found in the US market, this includes items such as:

Hard and soft carrying cases for handheld PCs and Nintendo Switch systems.
Protective travel kits and impact-resistant skins.
Ergonomic grip cases that improve handling for portable consoles.
Magnetic cases and compact storage solutions for dedicated handheld gaming devices.

This category excludes accessories for stationary gaming hardware. Items such as controllers, docks, or cooling stands meant for consoles connected to television sets do not belong here; they should be classified under the Home Game Console Accessories category instead. Ensure you are not misplacing desktop gaming peripherals or non-portable device mounts into this specific classification.

Since there are no subcategories below this level, you should always map your portable handheld accessories directly to 2070. This ensures the most granular categorization possible within the Google product taxonomy structure.

To include this in your feed, use the numeric ID 2070 or the full path: Electronics > Video Game Console Accessories > Portable Game Console Accessories. While the attribute is optional, providing it prevents Google from misclassifying your products using their automated system. Remember that product_type remains a separate, merchant-defined field that does not replace this required taxonomy mapping.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?: You can use either the numeric ID 2070 or the full path string. The ID is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Does this category influence which customers see my ads?: No, the google_product_category attribute does not limit your ad visibility. It primarily helps Google understand your products to apply correct policies and feed requirements.
Can I use product_type instead of google_product_category?: No, product_type is a free-form field for your own internal organization. Google still requires the official taxonomy classification to properly categorize your items.

This category in other languages

ru: Электроника > Принадлежности для консолей видеоигр > Принадлежности для портативных игровых консолей
uk: Електроніка > Приладдя для консолей відеоігор > Приладдя для портативних ігрових консолей