8BitDo's New $30 Wireless PC Controller Has Anti-Drift Sticks And Remappable Buttons
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C launches July 15 and is available to order in four different colors from Amazon
The Ultimate 2C supports 2.4GHz wireless with Windows 10/11, Android 9.0 and above (with a USB-A adapter), Steam Deck (with a dock), and other handheld PCs with a USB-C hub or dock, including the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go. Though it's not confirmed, we'd expect it to work with the Analogue Pocket, just as the other Ultimate controllers do. It has an impressive 1,000Hz polling rate, so input lag shouldn't be an issue. However, you can also establish a wired connection with the detachable USB-C cable.
While the Ultimate 2C retains the same form factor as the other Ultimate controllers, its low cost means some notable features aren't present. Most importantly, you can't use 8BitDo's Ultimate software to create profiles, adjust trigger and rumble sensitivity, set up analog stick dead zones, and more.
If you'd like to have those features in your PC controller, you should opt for the standard 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4GHz model, which boasts all of the customization features and comes with a matching charging dock.
Alternatively, if you have a Nintendo Switch or simply like the flexibility of Bluetooth, you should pick up the priciest model, which is arguably still a "budget" controller considering the features. The Bluetooth model has the Nintendo Switch button labels, while the 2.4GHz mirrors Microsoft's Xbox controller. 8BitDo also recently released a 3-mode model for Xbox, PC, and Android, though it only works wirelessly with PC and mobile, whereas the Xbox connection is wired.
Beyond the Ultimate lineup, the 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller gets you a great retro design and works with iOS, Switch, PC, and Android. Multiple colors are available (including a gorgeous Crystal Purple), and at $50, it's a nice alternative to anything listed above. The 8BitDo SN30 Pro is another retro-styled gamepad, though it's a bit more compact than the Pro 2. But if you're a fan of the original SNES gamepad, you'll find much to love about the SN30.
Below, we've listed deals on the 8BitDo controllers mentioned above. Xbox users can also take advantage of some great deals on official wireless controllers at Walmart right now.
8BitDo Controller Deals
- 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4GHz Wireless Controller (PC, Android) -- $45 (
$50) with coupon - 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller (Switch, PC, mobile) -- $54 (
$70) - 8BitDo Ultimate Wireless Controller (PC, mobile, wired for Xbox) -- $70
- 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller (Switch, PC) -- $45 (
$50) with coupon - 8BitDo SN30 Pro -- $40.49 (
$45) with coupon
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